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 ActivityScenic Aerobic Hike
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
10:00 am
Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve5
Guided ActivityWeird Valentine
Saturday, February 14, 2026
10:00 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve4
Guided ActivitySentinel in the Sky
Sunday, February 15, 2026
1:00 pm
Sierra Azul Preserve0.25
Guided ActivityYear of the Horse
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
9:00 am
Russian Ridge Preserve5
Guided ActivityMindful Movement
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
10:00 am
Skyline Ridge Preserve2.5
Guided ActivitySigns of Early Spring
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
9:00 am
Pulgas Ridge Preserve4
Guided ActivityExplorer Hike: The Workings of a Watershed
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
10:30 am
Picchetti Ranch Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityGet the Buzz on Manzanitas
Thursday, February 19, 2026
9:30 am
Pulgas Ridge Preserve3
Guided ActivityWinter Blooms
Friday, February 20, 2026
10:00 am
Coal Creek Preserve5
Guided ActivityGoing on a Grass Hunt
Saturday, February 21, 2026
9:00 am
Tunitas Creek3

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