Midpen preserves are an ideal setting for a wide range of activities. Discover landscapes from redwood forests and chaparral-covered hillsides to sensitive wetlands along the San Francisco Bay. Visitors will find over 240 miles of trails for hiking, biking, nature study, dog walking, and more. Come enjoy the great outdoors!
Activities
Find out more about everything you can do on Midpen preserves: Docent-led activities, hiking, mountain biking, nature study, dog walking, geocaching and accessible open space.Learn more
New Visitors
New to Open Space? Here's what you'll need to know.Learn more
Kids & Education
Spending time outdoors with your children is a great way to enjoy discoveries of nature. Many of our preserves offer easy to moderate hikes and activities that are well suited to children of varying ages, enthusiasm, and energy levels.Learn more
Get Involved
In addition to heading outdoors and enjoying your preserves, you can also get involved with the District in other ways. There are many opportunities for groups of all ages and interests to get involved by everything from volunteering to participating in board meetings.Learn more
Enjoy Nature at Home
You don't need to venture far to experience nature. Check out these engaging activities to explore nature close to home, or even at home!Learn more