Hikers enjoying sunset sky at Monte Bello Preserve

Docent-Led Activities

Sunset hikers at Monte Bello Preserve (Karl Gohl)

All Midpen guided activities are developed and provided by docent naturalists who have completed an extensive training program. Our docents volunteer their time to share knowledge and enthusiasm with you about the natural and cultural history of Midpen preserves. All guided activities are FREE and only some require reservations – please click on a specific activity title to determine if reservations are needed. The system will accept reservations two weeks in advance of an activity date and allows a maximum of 4 people per reservation. Please be sure to cancel your reservation (from your confirmation email) if you are no longer able to attend so others can participate.

Heavy rain cancels hike activities unless otherwise noted in the description.

To learn more about ADA accommodations for events, or make an inquiry with the ADA coordinator, visit our Accessibility page.

TitleDate Sort descending CategoryPreserveMiles
Guided ActivityIn Search of Western Leatherwood
Monday, February 23, 2026
9:00 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve5
Guided ActivityMorning Meander: Woodlands to Grove
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
10:00 am
Russian Ridge Preserve2
Guided ActivityWild Blossoms, Local History
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
1:00 pm
Pulgas Ridge Preserve3
Guided ActivityTrail Trek Thursday
Thursday, February 26, 2026
9:30 am
Sierra Azul Preserve5
Guided ActivityWhere Curiosity Leads
Sunday, March 1, 2026
11:00 am
Picchetti Ranch Preserve2
Guided ActivityEarthquake Trivia
Sunday, March 1, 2026
1:30 pm
Los Trancos Preserve2
Guided ActivityTo the Top
Monday, March 2, 2026
10:00 am
Windy Hill Preserve8
Guided ActivityWaning Winter
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
10:30 am
La Honda Creek Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityFull Moon on Black Mountain
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
4:00 pm
Monte Bello Preserve6
Guided ActivityExplorer Hike: Lichen Eyes
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
10:30 am
El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve4.5

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