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 ActivityScenic Aerobic Hike
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
10:00 am
Russian Ridge Preserve5
Guided ActivityFabulous Flora
Friday, May 16, 2025
9:30 am
Russian Ridge Preserve3.5
Guided ActivityExploring the Hawthorns Area
Friday, May 16, 2025
10:00 am
Windy Hill Preserve2
Guided ActivityButterflies of Sierra Azul
Friday, May 16, 2025
10:00 am
Sierra Azul Preserve5
Guided ActivityThe Beauty of Stevens Creek Watershed
Saturday, May 17, 2025
10:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve4
Guided ActivityButterflies of Picchetti Ranch
Sunday, May 18, 2025
10:00 am
Picchetti Ranch Preserve2.5
Guided ActivityAmong the Redwoods and Wildflowers
Monday, May 19, 2025
9:00 am
Thornewood Preserve4
Guided ActivityWildcard Ramble at Rancho
Monday, May 19, 2025
9:00 am
Rancho San Antonio Preserve7
Guided ActivityExplorer Hike: Picchetti Wildflowers
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
10:30 am
Picchetti Ranch Preserve4.5
Guided ActivityTrail Trek Thursday
Thursday, May 22, 2025
9:30 am
Windy Hill Preserve6

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