36th Annual Hike the Open Spaces

Join Docent Naturalists Greg Azevedo, Bobbie Riedel, and Linda Wegner for a leisurely-paced walk through a less traveled section of this preserve on the Waterwheel Creek Trail. If the weather is clear, expect to see spectacular views of the Santa Clara Valley and portions of the Santa Cruz Mountains. This walk will include occasional stops to discuss the history of the preserve and Midpen, as well as to learn about the plants, animals, and geology of the area. This minimal elevation gain hike is well suited for children and those needing a less physically challenging outing. (Note: You’ll meet at the Picchetti Ranch Parking Area and carpool to the Waterwheel Creek trailhead.) Reservations are required and will be accepted on or after May 13 at 12:00 p.m. (Noon) and close on May 24 at 2:00 p.m.

Where to Meet:

For this activity at Monte Bello Preserve, meet at the Picchetti Ranch Preserve parking lot. From the intersection of I-280 and Foothill Expressway, go 3.5 miles southwest (toward the mountains) on Foothill Boulevard/Stevens Canyon Road.  Turn right on Montebello Road.  The preserve is 0.5 miles up Montebello Rd. on the left. Participants will carpool to the trailhead for this activity.