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.

Title Sort descending DateCategoryPreserveMiles
Guided Activity37th Annual Hike the Open Spaces
Monday, May 26, 2025
8:15 am
Monte Bello Preserve2.5
Guided ActivityA California Story
Saturday, June 28, 2025
8:30 am
Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve3
Guided ActivityA Cool Summer Retreat
Friday, June 27, 2025
10:00 am
Long Ridge Preserve4
Guided ActivityAerobic Views
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
8:45 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve6
Guided ActivityAerobic Views
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
8:45 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve6
Guided ActivityAmong the Redwoods and Wildflowers
Monday, May 19, 2025
9:00 am
Thornewood Preserve4
Guided ActivityAmong the Trees, Bushes & Flowers
Monday, July 14, 2025
9:00 am
Thornewood Preserve3.5
Guided ActivityBanana Slugs in Summer
Saturday, July 26, 2025
9:00 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve3
Guided ActivityBat Night
Friday, August 8, 2025
7:30 pm
Skyline Ridge Preserve2.5
Guided ActivityBat Sit & Spot
Saturday, July 19, 2025
7:30 pm
Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve1

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