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 ActivityWonders of Cherry Springs
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
9:35 am
Sierra Azul Preserve2.5
Guided ActivitySpring Flower Frolic
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
10:00 am
Picchetti Ranch Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityExplorer Hike: Early Spring at the Ridge
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
10:30 am
Pulgas Ridge Preserve5
Guided ActivityRide the Wildflowers
Saturday, April 4, 2026
10:00 am
Russian Ridge Preserve7
Guided ActivityInfinite Wonders
Sunday, April 5, 2026
9:15 am
Sierra Azul Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityGeology & Earthquakes!
Sunday, April 5, 2026
11:00 am
Los Trancos Preserve2
Guided ActivityRamble from Rancho to Black Mountain
Monday, April 6, 2026
8:45 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve11
Guided ActivityScenic Aerobic Hike
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
10:00 am
Sierra Azul Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityWandering the Hawthorns Area
Thursday, April 9, 2026
10:00 am
Windy Hill Preserve2
Guided ActivitySpineless Wonders
Friday, April 10, 2026
6:30 pm
Windy Hill Preserve3

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