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 ActivityMoth Night
Sunday, July 19, 2026
8:30 pm
Monte Bello Preserve0
Guided ActivityRamble at Rancho
Monday, July 20, 2026
9:00 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve5.5
Guided ActivityStay Cool! Discover the Redwoods
Friday, July 24, 2026
9:00 am
Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve5.5
Guided ActivityMoonrise from Borel Hill
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
6:00 pm
Russian Ridge Preserve4
Guided ActivityTrail Trek Thursday
Thursday, July 30, 2026
9:00 am
Windy Hill Preserve8
Guided ActivityStumps & Survivors
Friday, July 31, 2026
9:00 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve6
Guided ActivitySunset at Mindego Hill
Friday, July 31, 2026
5:30 pm
Russian Ridge Preserve3.5
Guided ActivityExplorer Hike: Upper Purisima Creek Sampler
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
10:30 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityNature & The Gift Economy
Friday, August 7, 2026
9:30 am
Long Ridge Preserve4.75
Guided ActivityBat-tastic Evening
Friday, August 7, 2026
7:00 pm
Skyline Ridge Preserve1.5

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