Guided Public Hikes

Free Guided Public Hikes with John Muir Land Trust

Ready to (re)connect with nature? Join us for a series of free, guided hikes through stunning local landscapes. Our stewardship guides will lead you up, down and all around some of our favorite properties, pointing out fascinating flora, fauna, and geological wonders. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a casual nature lover, these hikes offer a perfect opportunity to unwind, exercise, and appreciate the beauty of the outdoors.

You do not need to register to participate in JMLT’s guided hikes. Just show up the morning of your scheduled hike with your hat, boots, and sense of wonder!

Summering at Pacheco Marsh: Saturday, June 13

Summer changes everything at Pacheco Marsh. Join us for an easy 2.5-mile walk to see how heat and dry season transform this wetland — what’s blooming, what’s receding, and which birds are making themselves at home a full year after the marsh opened to the public.

The walk is flat and unhurried, with plenty of stops to look closely at plants and scan the water’s edge for wildlife. Come curious.

When: Saturday, June 13, 8am-11am

Where: Meet at Pacheco Marsh, 2501 Waterfront Rd, Martinez, CA 94553

What to bring/wear: Comfortable clothing and shoes, hat, water, sunscreen.

Come prepared: No shade, no running water, no dogs, no registration needed. Restrooms available at the main parking lot. 

Map the Wildflowers at Fernandez Ranch: Saturday, July 11

Join us for a hilly 4.5-mile hike through Fernandez Ranch to catalog native summer wildflowers — identifying what’s blooming, noting where, and building a list that will directly inform future seed sourcing and restoration work. It’s citizen science meets community hike, with plenty of room for curiosity along the way.

When: Saturday, July 11, 8am – 11am

Where: Fernandez Ranch, 1081 Christie Rd, Martinez, CA 94553

What to bring/wear: Refillable water bottle, sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection (hat, sunscreen, long sleeves). Dogs welcome on leash. Restrooms at main parking lot. No registration needed.

Come prepared: Dogs welcome on leash. Restrooms available at the main parking lot. No registration needed