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 ActivityAerobic Views
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
8:45 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve6
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
Guided ActivityBats!
Friday, August 15, 2025
7:30 pm
Skyline Ridge Preserve2
Guided ActivityBehind the Gate
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
10:00 am
La Honda Creek Preserve4
Guided ActivityCalifornia Beautiful
Sunday, July 20, 2025
9:00 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve7
Guided ActivityCloverdale Ranch: Midpen's Newest Preserve
Saturday, July 26, 2025
10:30 am
Cloverdale Ranch Preserve4
Guided ActivityCloverdale Ranch: Midpen's Newest Preserve
Saturday, August 23, 2025
10:30 am
Cloverdale Ranch Preserve4

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