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 ActivityA Bench with a View
Friday, November 21, 2025
10:00 am
Long Ridge Preserve4
Guided ActivityA Road Less Traveled
Thursday, December 25, 2025
10:00 am
Skyline Ridge Preserve4
Guided ActivityA Walk in the Garden
Saturday, January 17, 2026
1:00 pm
Windy Hill Preserve2.5
Guided ActivityAerobic Views
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
8:45 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve6
Guided ActivityAn Afternoon Search for Seeds and Fruits
Saturday, November 15, 2025
1:00 pm
Long Ridge Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityBanana Slug Counting
Saturday, December 13, 2025
9:30 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve2
Guided ActivityBanana Slugs, Wildflowers & More
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
10:00 am
El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve4
Guided ActivityBoxing Day in Nature
Friday, December 26, 2025
10:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve3.5
Guided ActivityCANCELLED: Morning Meander: Meadow to Farm
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
9:00 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve2
Guided ActivityChaparral Adventure
Monday, January 26, 2026
9:30 am
St. Joseph's Hill Preserve4

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