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 ActivitySense and Sensibility
Thursday, July 31, 2025
9:30 am
Long Ridge Preserve4
Guided ActivityLizards & Clarkia
Saturday, August 2, 2025
9:30 am
2
Guided ActivityTectonic Mountain Bike Ride
Saturday, August 2, 2025
10:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve8
Guided ActivitySunrise Hike: Every Day is a New Day
Sunday, August 3, 2025
5:30 am
Sierra Azul Preserve1.5
Guided ActivityExplorer Hike: Redwood Ramble
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
10:30 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve5
Guided ActivitySoaking in the Quiet
Thursday, August 7, 2025
9:00 am
Thornewood Preserve3.5
Guided ActivitySigns of Late Summer
Friday, August 8, 2025
9:00 am
Pulgas Ridge Preserve4
Guided ActivityBat Night
Friday, August 8, 2025
7:30 pm
Skyline Ridge Preserve2.5
Guided ActivitySentinel in the Sky
Sunday, August 10, 2025
1:00 pm
Sierra Azul Preserve0.25
Guided ActivityRamble at Rancho
Monday, August 11, 2025
9:00 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve5.5

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