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 ActivityFootsteps Through Time
Friday, November 14, 2025
9:00 am
Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve3.5
Guided ActivityCloverdale Ranch: Midpen's Newest Preserve
Saturday, November 15, 2025
10:30 am
Cloverdale Ranch Preserve4
Guided ActivityAn Afternoon Search for Seeds and Fruits
Saturday, November 15, 2025
1:00 pm
Long Ridge Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityTo the Summit!
Sunday, November 16, 2025
8:30 am
Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve7.5
Guided ActivityDon't Look Up
Monday, November 17, 2025
9:00 am
El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve5.5
Guided ActivityMindful Movement in Nature
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
10:00 am
Skyline Ridge Preserve2
Guided ActivityExplorer Hike: Annual Turkey Trot
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
10:30 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve4
Guided ActivitySigns of Fall
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
1:00 pm
Pulgas Ridge Preserve4
Guided ActivityTrail Trek Thursday
Thursday, November 20, 2025
9:30 am
Russian Ridge Preserve5
Guided ActivityA Bench with a View
Friday, November 21, 2025
10:00 am
Long Ridge Preserve4

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