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 ActivityBrink of Summer Qigong
Friday, June 13, 2025
9:30 am
Windy Hill Preserve2.5
Guided ActivityButterflies of Sierra Azul
Friday, June 13, 2025
10:00 am
Sierra Azul Preserve5
Guided ActivityGet Crepuscular! Hike at Dusk
Saturday, June 14, 2025
5:30 pm
Skyline Ridge Preserve1.5
Guided ActivityWildcard Ramble at Rancho
Monday, June 16, 2025
8:45 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve7.5
Guided ActivityFarewell to Spring Frolic
Monday, June 16, 2025
10:00 am
El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve5
Guided ActivitySpring into Summer at Mt Umunhum
Friday, June 20, 2025
9:00 am
Sierra Azul Preserve8.5
Guided ActivityCoastside Ranching
Saturday, June 21, 2025
9:00 am
La Honda Creek Preserve6
Guided ActivityOhlone Medicine
Saturday, June 21, 2025
10:00 am
Long Ridge Preserve5
Guided ActivityTails & Twilight Trails
Saturday, June 21, 2025
7:00 pm
Fremont Older Preserve3
Guided ActivityWhat's That Weed?
Sunday, June 22, 2025
9:00 am
Thornewood Preserve3

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