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 ActivityRedwoods: Water, Life, Resilience
Friday, July 25, 2025
9:00 am
Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve5.5
Guided ActivityBanana Slugs in Summer
Saturday, July 26, 2025
9:00 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve3
Guided ActivityCloverdale Ranch: Midpen's Newest Preserve
Saturday, July 26, 2025
10:30 am
Cloverdale Ranch Preserve4
Guided ActivityMoth Night
Saturday, July 26, 2025
8:30 pm
Monte Bello Preserve0
Guided ActivityFraming the Foothills
Sunday, July 27, 2025
9:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve4
Guided ActivityRamble at Rancho
Monday, July 28, 2025
9:00 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve7
Guided ActivityWonders of Cherry Springs
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
9:20 am
Sierra Azul Preserve2.5
Guided ActivitySense and Sensibility
Thursday, July 31, 2025
9:30 am
Long Ridge Preserve4
Guided ActivityLizards & Clarkia
Saturday, August 2, 2025
9:30 am
2
Guided ActivityTectonic Mountain Bike Ride
Saturday, August 2, 2025
10:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve8

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