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 ActivityExplorer Hike: Looking for Leopard Lily
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
10:30 am
El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityWandering the Hawthorns Area
Thursday, July 17, 2025
10:00 am
Windy Hill Preserve2
Guided ActivitySummertime Birding on the Coastside
Friday, July 18, 2025
9:00 am
La Honda Creek Preserve2
Guided ActivityTails & Twilight Trails
Saturday, July 19, 2025
7:00 pm
Fremont Older Preserve3
Guided ActivityBat Sit & Spot
Saturday, July 19, 2025
7:30 pm
Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve1
Guided ActivityCalifornia Beautiful
Sunday, July 20, 2025
9:00 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve7
Guided ActivitySentinel in the Sky
Sunday, July 20, 2025
1:00 pm
Sierra Azul Preserve0.25
Guided ActivityBehind the Gate
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
10:00 am
La Honda Creek Preserve4
Guided ActivityMorning Meander: Follow the Creek
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
10:00 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve2
Guided ActivityTrail Trek Thursday
Thursday, July 24, 2025
9:30 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve6

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