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 ActivityFull Moon on Black Mountain
Thursday, March 13, 2025
5:30 pm
Monte Bello Preserve6
Guided ActivityFarewell to Winter
Friday, March 14, 2025
10:00 am
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve7
Guided ActivitySentinel in the Sky
Sunday, March 16, 2025
1:00 pm
Sierra Azul Preserve0.25
Guided ActivityWonders of Cherry Springs
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
9:10 am
Sierra Azul Preserve2.5
Guided ActivityExplorer Hike: Chaparral Adventure
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
10:30 am
St. Joseph's Hill Preserve4
Guided ActivityFlowers Up Close and Personal
Thursday, March 20, 2025
9:00 am
Picchetti Ranch Preserve3
Guided ActivityEquinox at Turtle Rock
Thursday, March 20, 2025
4:00 pm
Long Ridge Preserve4.5
Guided ActivitySpring Circumambulation
Saturday, March 22, 2025
9:00 am
Monte Bello Preserve7.75
Guided ActivityCoastside Ranching
Saturday, March 22, 2025
9:00 am
La Honda Creek Preserve6
Guided ActivityHistory on Two Wheels
Saturday, March 22, 2025
9:45 am
Fremont Older Preserve10

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