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.

TitleDate Sort descending CategoryPreserveMiles
Guided ActivityFaultlines, Flowers and Hippies
Sunday, April 6, 2025
1:30 pm
Los Trancos Preserve2
Guided ActivityScenic Aerobic Hike
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
10:00 am
Sierra Azul Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityThe Magic of Oak Woodlands
Thursday, April 10, 2025
9:00 am
Windy Hill Preserve5.75
Guided ActivityBayside Yoga and Strength
Friday, April 11, 2025
10:00 am
Ravenswood Preserve1
Guided ActivityHow Flowers Changed the World
Saturday, April 12, 2025
9:30 am
Monte Bello Preserve2.5
Guided ActivityRide the Wildflowers
Saturday, April 12, 2025
10:00 am
Russian Ridge Preserve8
Guided ActivityRamble at Rancho (to Duveneck)
Monday, April 14, 2025
9:00 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve9
Guided ActivityQigong Celebrating Spring
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
9:30 am
Windy Hill Preserve2.5
Guided ActivitySigns of Spring
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
9:00 am
Pulgas Ridge Preserve4.25
Guided ActivityExplorer Hike: Spring Along the Woods Trail
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
10:30 am
Sierra Azul Preserve5

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