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 ActivityEarly Morning Meanderings
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
7:30 am
Thornewood Preserve3
Guided ActivityScenic Aerobic Hike
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
10:00 am
El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve5.5
Guided ActivityWhat's That Weed?
Friday, August 15, 2025
9:00 am
Picchetti Ranch Preserve2.5
Guided ActivityFraming the Foothills
Sunday, August 17, 2025
9:00 am
El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve5
Guided ActivityHike by the Old Mill Stream
Monday, August 18, 2025
10:00 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve6
Guided ActivityGeocaching Hike
Saturday, August 23, 2025
9:30 am
Picchetti Ranch Preserve2
Guided ActivityCloverdale Ranch: Midpen's Newest Preserve
Saturday, August 23, 2025
10:30 am
Cloverdale Ranch Preserve4
Guided ActivityAerobic Views
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
8:45 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve6
Guided ActivityNature’s Bounty: Berries & Galls
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
9:30 am
Windy Hill Preserve2
Guided ActivityTrail Trek Thursday
Thursday, August 28, 2025
9:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve7

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