Treloar
- + Treloar Bar and Grill is open. Not sure why it isn't on the amenities list. The food was great and the staff/owners were friendly. A really nice place to stop.
Discussion started 04/26/2019 09:04 AM by Bill in Houston - 2 replies (last reply by Bill in Houston at 04/29/2019 09:54 PM)Bill in Houston from Houston on 04/26/2019 09:04 AM
Treloar Bar and Grill is open. Not sure why it isn't on the amenities list. The food was great and the staff/owners were friendly. A really nice place to stop.
Ray (webmaster) on 04/26/2019 09:20 AM
Thanks for the heads-up; it's listed now.
Happy trails!
Bill in Houston from Houston on 04/29/2019 09:54 PM
Ray, thanks so much for this amazing resource. We used it to help plan our trip, and would have been lost without it. Keep up the good work!
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Clark Street Lodge in Rocheport
- + The Clark Street Lodge was the PERFECT place for our ladies getaway or “board meeting” as we like to tell our husbands. The lodge was spotless with up to date furnishings and beautiful wooden spiral s...
Discussion started 04/29/2019 12:02 PM by Carol - 0 repliesCarol from Jefferson City on 04/29/2019 12:02 PM
The Clark Street Lodge was the PERFECT place for our ladies getaway or “board meeting” as we like to tell our husbands. The lodge was spotless with up to date furnishings and beautiful wooden spiral staircase which led to comfy queen bed. Plenty of towels and bedding. Lots of outlets and mirrors to get ready in the morning. We just loved the big open space with nice furnishings to relax together! Lots of windows to allow natural light in, if you choose. We spent one evening on the large covered front porch just taking in the beautiful scenery. I would give it 5 stars!
Missing family member on MKT Trail 4/26
- + My brother Rob left for a bike ride at 1pm on Friday, April 26, from Columbia, and he has not yet returned. If there is anyone who was on the trail today or tonight who may have seen any type of incid...
Discussion started 04/27/2019 12:38 AM by Ben - 2 replies (last reply by Kim at 04/28/2019 04:57 PM)Ben from Columbia MO on 04/27/2019 12:38 AM
My brother Rob left for a bike ride at 1pm on Friday, April 26, from Columbia, and he has not yet returned. If there is anyone who was on the trail today or tonight who may have seen any type of incident, please reply here. His cell phone was ringing for a while when we called earlier, but it is now going right to voicemail. Any information would be helpful, as we are obviously worried.
Lynn from St. Louis on 04/28/2019 04:23 PM
Ben, do you have an update on your brother? Certainly hope he returned safely.
Kim from Henderson, NV on 04/28/2019 04:57 PM
I was thinking about this morning. Please keep us posted.
Shuttle
- + Looking at taking a shuttle from St. Charles to Clinton. Does anyone know what time they leave and what time we would arrive in Clinton?
Discussion started 04/26/2019 01:22 PM by Alan - 1 reply (last reply by anonymous at 04/26/2019 03:08 PM)Alan from Florissant, MO on 04/26/2019 01:22 PM
Looking at taking a shuttle from St. Charles to Clinton. Does anyone know what time they leave and what time we would arrive in Clinton?
Anonymous on 04/26/2019 03:08 PM
Probably best for you to contact them directly, whoever they are, instead of on an open forum.
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New route through Sedalia?
- + Anyone seen any maps showing where the new route through Sedalia will run? I saw that there would be a groundbreaking ceremony for the new part of the trail in May (I think). As I understand it, thi...
Discussion started 04/26/2019 01:26 PM by Sharon - 0 repliesSharon from Kansas City on 04/26/2019 01:26 PM
Anyone seen any maps showing where the new route through Sedalia will run? I saw that there would be a groundbreaking ceremony for the new part of the trail in May (I think). As I understand it, this will be the connector from the Depot to the trail on the north side of Sedalia. Can't wait for it to open - I am not a fan of the road route you have to use now.
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Terry & Kathy's Tavern in Defiance
- + We just swung through to put on ponchos on a rainy day. Looked like a fun place to hang out. Open at 10am on a Thursday, so I expect they are open lots of hours.
Discussion started 04/26/2019 09:14 AM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/26/2019 09:14 AM
We just swung through to put on ponchos on a rainy day. Looked like a fun place to hang out. Open at 10am on a Thursday, so I expect they are open lots of hours.
Augusta
- + Silly Goose restaurant was very good. Not cheap, but good.
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Silly Goose restaurant was very good. Not cheap, but good.
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Lindenhof Bed & Breakfast in Augusta
- + Kathy is great. Place is comfortable and looks great. Good food. The hot tub was really nice after a day on the trail. The two previous reviews covered it all. :)
Discussion started 04/26/2019 09:10 AM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/26/2019 09:10 AM
Kathy is great. Place is comfortable and looks great. Good food. The hot tub was really nice after a day on the trail. The two previous reviews covered it all. :)
Augusta Brewing Co. in Augusta
- + Call ahead to see if they will be open. They evaluate the possible business volume from week to week to decide on hours.
Discussion started 04/26/2019 09:07 AM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/26/2019 09:07 AM
Call ahead to see if they will be open. They evaluate the possible business volume from week to week to decide on hours.
Rock Island Trail Windsor to Pleasant Hill
- + We are planning on the Rock Island Trail next week, any tips on where to find water along the trail?
Discussion started 04/24/2019 08:51 PM by Carol - 2 replies (last reply by Carol at 04/25/2019 08:04 PM)Carol from Rogersville on 04/24/2019 08:51 PM
We are planning on the Rock Island Trail next week, any tips on where to find water along the trail?
Kim Henderson - Kim's Cabins, Windsor from Windsor on 04/25/2019 03:02 PM
Chilhowee Corner Store only 2 blocks off the trail. They are great about filling water bottles and have food and drinks. In Leeton water now at the trailhead I believe. Casey's General Store and restaurant depending on time.
Carol from Rogersville on 04/25/2019 08:04 PM
Thanks!
Spirit in the Sky B&B in Hermann
- + Charlotte could you give me a call at 314 327 4881 or email tmck1793@gmail.com
Thank You Tim McKinney.
Discussion started 04/25/2019 04:34 AM by Tim Mckinneycharlotte - 0 repliesTim Mckinneycharlotte from Robertsville on 04/25/2019 04:34 AM
Charlotte could you give me a call at 314 327 4881 or email tmck1793@gmail.com
Thank You Tim McKinney.
Trail Riding
- + Four of us are planning a trail ride next Sunday through Wednesday. (April 28-30) We are staying in O'Fallon and heading toward St. Charles. Are there any closures due to flooding on the trail?
Discussion started 04/22/2019 04:12 PM by D. P. - 1 reply (last reply by Just Joe at 04/24/2019 05:16 PM)D. P. from Davenport, Iowa on 04/22/2019 04:12 PM
Four of us are planning a trail ride next Sunday through Wednesday. (April 28-30) We are staying in O'Fallon and heading toward St. Charles. Are there any closures due to flooding on the trail?
Just Joe from Oakville, MO on 04/24/2019 05:16 PM
Just road Weldon Springs to Augusta on 4/23. Bridge out around MP 65, west of Matson/east of Augusta. Have to detour up a hill through Klondike park. I walked my bike. Bridge is completely gone over creek. About 10-20 feet wide so don't think about jumping the creek like I had hoped.
Also, just read that there is a detour just west of Augusta over a creek. So that's 2 detours in less than 5 miles.
You didn't say how far you are going, but sounds like end to end if over 4 days. Another detour apparently way out west at the only tunnel on the trail.
Shuttle service
- + Hoping to get 2 riders and bikes from St Charles to Sadalia on 6/2/2019 any advice. And will the trail be open for the ride back.
Thank you
Discussion started 04/24/2019 03:14 PM by Chris - 0 repliesChris from Cuyyahoga falls ohio on 04/24/2019 03:14 PM
Hoping to get 2 riders and bikes from St Charles to Sadalia on 6/2/2019 any advice. And will the trail be open for the ride back.
Thank you
Camping along the katy
- + Not to beat a dead "horse" but has anyone done the trail from sedalia to st. charles and camped the whole way? Looking to do 30 to 50 miles per day maybe a b&b in the middle. I've ridden the trail twi...
Discussion started 01/04/2009 09:36 PM by Greg - 9 replies (last reply by mike shepherd at 04/24/2019 02:36 PM)Greg from Galatia, IL. on 01/04/2009 09:36 PM
Not to beat a dead "horse" but has anyone done the trail from sedalia to st. charles and camped the whole way? Looking to do 30 to 50 miles per day maybe a b&b in the middle. I've ridden the trail twice and have not noticed places to camp at the major stops/trailheads. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
DougK from Troy on 01/05/2009 06:43 AM
I believe you can do it by bike as long as you don't have your heart set on an official "campground". There are towns like Windsor, Pilot Grove, Hartsburg, Marthasville, etc. along the way that permit camping in their city parks. Most have water/facilities available if you count gas stations and so on. You shouldn't have a problem if you use these in conjunction with "official" campgrounds such as the Katy Roundhouse, Steamboat Junction, etc. Use your imagination and you can put it together.
Trek on 01/05/2009 09:17 AM
Nope....we haven't camped the trail between Sedalia to St. Chuck, but there are camping opportunities. From Sedalia to New Franklin (40 miles) the Katy Roundhouse campground is right on the trail. It's a nice stop and is clean and quiet.
On to Hartsburg (34 or so) there is a train caboose that you can stay in...make arrangements at Doty's Cafe across the street. And I've seen people camped in the city park here too...they may have been comando camping so you might ask first.
On to Hermann (52) you can camp in the city park. Hermann is always worth the trip for wine and good food.
On to Augusta (34) you can camp at Klondike Park....nice park but haven't camped there.
Don't forget the hostel in Tebbetts....kind of camping there, its shelter anyway. There are also numerous B&B's along the way from quiet country settings that are inexpensive to more pricey with all the extras.
ss5 from Saint Louis on 01/05/2009 11:01 AM
FYI, I was in Klondike Park about a week ago, and they have a big sign up that you need to bring your own firewood (if you want a campfire). They do not sell it there, and apparently, previously they had supplied it for free. In addition, they do not allow you to gather wood from the surrounding woods. They do have a small camp kitchen by the shower house, which is nice feature. The camping sites are nice, even the basic sites had a nice picnic table and fire ring, but having to bring your own wood is a negative for me.
LInda Hunter from Sedalia on 01/06/2009 09:26 AM
There is camping in Sedalia at the State Fairgrounds. It is just up the road ( roughly 1/4
mile) from the trailhead mile marker 229.9. For more information contact the State
Fairgrounds at 660-827-8150 or www.mostatefair.com
Linda
aev from memphis on 01/09/2009 09:10 AM
just a note on the Hermann City Park. It is a nice campground but right next to the main drag through town which is quite loud. Also seems to be the local cruising spot so there were cars drving through by the site at all hours of the night. The campground is quite a ways into town and if you take the main road it is extremely hilly with no shoulder. I would recommend calling the tourist office to find an alternate flatter/less car-filled route.
Bicycleguy from St. Clair on 01/10/2009 05:01 PM
This is how I biked the entire trail from St. Charles to Clinton last year in 5 days. I pulled a bike trailer with my equipment including a tent. The first night I stayed in Marthasville at the city park. I was the only one camping there. I pitched my tent next to a log cabin and was able to use the showers next to the ball park. Cost: $5. Next day, I rode to Tebbets and stayed at the Turner Hostile. You will want to pay your $5 fee ahead of time. Not a bad place and you are indoors. The next day I rode to New Franklin and I planned on staying at the Katy Roundhouse campground. However, a thunderstorm was moving in, so I rode into Boonevile and stayed at the Holiday Inn Express. The campground looked okay though. The next day I rode to Sedalia and stayed at the Fairgrounds. There are also showers there. The cost of that was $7, I believe. Then I rode the rest of the way to Clinton.
Baboo from Shawnee, KS on 03/16/2009 08:12 PM
I have done this several times New Franklin (katy roundhouse) 1st night Hartsburg city park second night, Tebbets hostel 3rd night, Blufton 4 th night or go 10 miles further and use city park In Herman. Marthasville 5 night, Klondike park 6 th night. No days were over 40 miles.
Anonymous from Hawkpoint Mo on 04/18/2019 11:56 PM
Just wanted to know if there is any camping allowed along the katty trail anywhere,?,
For longer trips,?,
mike shepherd from Springfield Mo on 04/24/2019 02:36 PM
Has anyone compiled a list of Campsites that allow campfires along the trail?
Trailside Bar & Grill in Rhineland
- + Has been renamed "The Corner". Hours are Mon-Sat 6A to about 8P, Sunday 7:30A-2P.
It's nice inside. Doesn't seem to be smoking inside. Food was good. Server was nice.
Discussion started 04/23/2019 07:32 PM by Bill in Houston - 1 reply (last reply by francesty at 04/24/2019 06:55 AM)Bill in Houston from Houston on 04/23/2019 07:32 PM
Has been renamed "The Corner". Hours are Mon-Sat 6A to about 8P, Sunday 7:30A-2P.
It's nice inside. Doesn't seem to be smoking inside. Food was good. Server was nice.
francesty from Detroit on 04/24/2019 06:55 AM
That's good to know about The Corner. I passed by it last week but didn't stop in because when I looked it up on Google, it was still named as Trailside and that it was closed.
Lee's Summit
- + We biked the 61/2 miles from Lee's summit to brickyard road. We parked at David Hartman park. The trail was awesome, so was vale tunnel.
Discussion started 04/24/2019 06:19 AM by Chris Gates - 0 repliesChris Gates from Concordia on 04/24/2019 06:19 AM
We biked the 61/2 miles from Lee's summit to brickyard road. We parked at David Hartman park. The trail was awesome, so was vale tunnel.
Mokane Bar and Grill in Mokane
- + Best fried pickles in the world. Great burger and tots, too. Friendly staff - helped us plug in wifey's cell phone charger. There was a guy at the bar who wanted to talk and we sat close to the bar...
Discussion started 04/23/2019 05:51 PM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/23/2019 05:51 PM
Best fried pickles in the world. Great burger and tots, too. Friendly staff - helped us plug in wifey's cell phone charger. There was a guy at the bar who wanted to talk and we sat close to the bar and he told us lots about the trail and the area. We had a great time. Would def visit again.
Mokane Market in Mokane
- + Bought some small grocery items here. Prices were reasonable, and the staff was nice. They have a wide selection of stuff. A good stop on a fairly abandoned stretch of trail.
Discussion started 04/23/2019 05:48 PM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/23/2019 05:48 PM
Bought some small grocery items here. Prices were reasonable, and the staff was nice. They have a wide selection of stuff. A good stop on a fairly abandoned stretch of trail.
Turner Katy Trail Shelter Hostel in Tebbetts
- + Walked through the hostel today. Looks like a great place to stay. The only thing is needs is guests! Next time we will stay here.
Discussion started 04/23/2019 05:45 PM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/23/2019 05:45 PM
Walked through the hostel today. Looks like a great place to stay. The only thing is needs is guests! Next time we will stay here.
Arris' Bistro in Jefferson City
- + I had a burger, and it was good. Wife had a chopped chicken salad, which was really really delicious. So close to the Baymont.
Discussion started 04/23/2019 05:42 PM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/23/2019 05:42 PM
I had a burger, and it was good. Wife had a chopped chicken salad, which was really really delicious. So close to the Baymont.
Baymont Hotel in Jefferson City
- + Cheap, easy to find, cool with bikes in the room. Walked to Arris' for dinner. Waffle and biscuits/gravy for breakfast. They had eggs, cereal, yogurt, etc as well. Would def say here again.
Discussion started 04/23/2019 05:40 PM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/23/2019 05:40 PM
Cheap, easy to find, cool with bikes in the room. Walked to Arris' for dinner. Waffle and biscuits/gravy for breakfast. They had eggs, cereal, yogurt, etc as well. Would def say here again.
Central Dairy in Jefferson City
- + Great ice cream, low prices. Been doing it for almost 100 years. You gotta go. Great afternoon treat when you first roll into town.
Discussion started 04/23/2019 05:35 PM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/23/2019 05:35 PM
Great ice cream, low prices. Been doing it for almost 100 years. You gotta go. Great afternoon treat when you first roll into town.
is the caty trail hilly from herman to saint charles?
- + Myself and some friends are biking the Katy Trail from Herman to Saint Charles. Is this hilly at all? Difficult at all? We're planning on doing the trip in one day.
Discussion started 12/30/2009 09:29 PM by andy - 4 replies (last reply by Sue at 04/23/2019 05:17 PM)andy from saint louis on 12/30/2009 09:29 PM
Myself and some friends are biking the Katy Trail from Herman to Saint Charles. Is this hilly at all? Difficult at all? We're planning on doing the trip in one day.
Chris on 12/30/2009 10:37 PM
There is an elevation map at the bottom of the mileage chart page that can be used as a reference. That map indicates a general flat level grade with a very slight downward gravity push heading eastbound (towards St. Charles).
Cathy from Jefferson City on 12/30/2009 11:23 PM
My daughter and I biked the Katy Trail from Rocheport to St. Charles last summer. It's flat. Do look at the elevation chart, but I can tell you from experience, it's flat. I don't do hills. The only hill you may encounter would be over a levee and it might be a 10 yard up hill thing over the levee. Other than that it's flat. That's one of the many things I love about the Katy Trail. It's flat
Rozinante from Raleigh NC on 01/02/2010 08:53 PM
Flat. Approximately 65 miles. Easy ride. Take sun screen and plenty of water.
Sue on 04/23/2019 05:17 PM
It is spelled Katy trail not the Caty trail.
hoe down kick off
- + Just curious, is the camping a the hoedown a good idea for out of towners to set up or is it better to go to a local hotel? crazy question.
Discussion started 04/23/2019 12:37 PM by David Shayani - 2 replies (last reply by David Shayani at 04/23/2019 02:48 PM)David Shayani from Warsaw Mo on 04/23/2019 12:37 PM
Just curious, is the camping a the hoedown a good idea for out of towners to set up or is it better to go to a local hotel? crazy question.
Anonymous on 04/23/2019 01:11 PM
What is camping a the hoedown?
David Shayani from Warsaw Mo on 04/23/2019 02:48 PM
oh sorry. Peddlers Jamboree Columbia Mo in May
RI & KATY Trails
- + I plan on a self supported ride in early September. I'm older and ride a class one ebike, if you don't peddle you don't go. It's not sacrilege it's an equalizer.
I have 2 questions. Does the St...
Discussion started 04/22/2019 07:38 PM by Urban Trekker - 3 replies (last reply by Gary at 04/23/2019 01:31 PM)Urban Trekker from Sparks, Nv on 04/22/2019 07:38 PM
I plan on a self supported ride in early September. I'm older and ride a class one ebike, if you don't peddle you don't go. It's not sacrilege it's an equalizer.
I have 2 questions. Does the State of Missouri allow ebike on the RI and KATY trails. Does anyone know how difficult it is to find power on the trails.
Happy Trails
Anonymous on 04/23/2019 07:49 AM
From DNR's website: Electrically assisted pedal-powered bicycles and tricycles (maximum speed of 20 mph) are allowed.
Am not sure about power sources along the way. Some of the restroom facilities may have power outlets, as well as campgrounds, hotels, B & B's.
Mark from Strafford on 04/23/2019 10:40 AM
Our group did the KT last October, Clinton to St. Charles over 5 days. Three people had Specialized Vado E-bikes, seems like same type as yours, you don't peddle, you don't go. We averaged 40-50 miles per day. They did not need to recharge during the daily ride, just recharged battery each night at the hotel. Not sure how you would recharge if primitive camping along the way, if that is what you mean by self-supported.
They found that they used 10-15% more battery riding on chat surface as opposed to pavement, however, no one depleted their battery on daily rides.
Gary from Near Tebbetts on 04/23/2019 01:31 PM
I would think several things could impact your ride:
1) How old is your battery?, they do lose power as they age.
2) How much do you rely on the assist?, keeping in mind gravel will not be like pavement.
3) Have you ridden other Rail to Trails on it and what’s the shortest mileage you have achieved before battery failed?
4) Do you have more than one battery in case you can not find power to recharge?
5) Is your charger a rapid charger or slower charger.
I would hate to be on the Clifton City to Pilot Grove section and had to pedal the heavier e-bike without the assist. That would be a bad ending for that day on the trail.
Raymonds Family Restaurant in Windsor
- + Raymond's is closed. Neither my wife nor I could read the new name on the sign. Went to Wagon Wheel instead.
Discussion started 04/19/2019 07:56 PM by Bill in Houston - 1 reply (last reply by Crystal at 04/22/2019 10:20 AM)Bill in Houston from Houston on 04/19/2019 07:56 PM
Raymond's is closed. Neither my wife nor I could read the new name on the sign. Went to Wagon Wheel instead.
Crystal from Kansas City on 04/22/2019 10:20 AM
Raymond’s is now the Houndstooth Eatery.
Mulberry Grill & Bakery in Rocheport
- + This place is no longer in business.
Discussion started 04/21/2019 08:05 PM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/21/2019 08:05 PM
This place is no longer in business.
Katy Trail Bed & Bikefest in Rocheport
- + We stayed one night at the Katy Bed and Bikefest and absolutely loved it. We had the whole cottage to ourselves - so that was an extra treat for us. The main house is super comfortable and decorate...
Discussion started 04/21/2019 07:58 PM by J&B - 0 repliesJ&B from Houston on 04/21/2019 07:58 PM
We stayed one night at the Katy Bed and Bikefest and absolutely loved it. We had the whole cottage to ourselves - so that was an extra treat for us. The main house is super comfortable and decorated perfectly. The kitchen is well equipped and everything is self service (which I totally liked). There are plenty of snacks, breakfast grab and go foods, and drinks provided. We even did our laundry. The owner, Brett, sent an email with all the directions to enter the home and was close by if we needed anything. The city of Rocheport is very charming and the people we met while we were there were super friendly. We knew ahead of time that most businesses closed early, so we made sure we arrived in plenty of time to eat an early dinner. (Meriwether’s cafe was excellent). We loved our stay at the Katy Bed and Bikefest...only wish we were staying longer.
Meriwether Cafe and Bike Shop in Rocheport
- + Hours are a little short, but they have mercy on stragglers.
Cheeseburger, fries, fried green tomatoes, pimento cheese, and Loghead beer. We had a great early dinner, and plan to go there again fo...
Discussion started 04/21/2019 07:56 PM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/21/2019 07:56 PM
Hours are a little short, but they have mercy on stragglers.
Cheeseburger, fries, fried green tomatoes, pimento cheese, and Loghead beer. We had a great early dinner, and plan to go there again for breakfast.
Staff was friendly and helpful and had ownership in the place.
There was a social ride that rolled out while we were there, but we were already too full of miles.
Casey's General Store in Pilot Grove
- + Casey's is reliably open, and the pizza isn't bad. Got a couple of slices and a sandwich and some chips and went to the park for a nice picnic.
Discussion started 04/21/2019 07:45 PM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/21/2019 07:45 PM
Casey's is reliably open, and the pizza isn't bad. Got a couple of slices and a sandwich and some chips and went to the park for a nice picnic.
Deon's Bar & Grill in Pilot Grove
- + Great dive bar. Was in town for steak night, and it was pretty great. Very good onion rings. Didn't try the beer. Beats Casey's pizza.
Discussion started 04/21/2019 07:42 PM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/21/2019 07:42 PM
Great dive bar. Was in town for steak night, and it was pretty great. Very good onion rings. Didn't try the beer. Beats Casey's pizza.
Main Street Diner in Boonville
- + Had lunch in the Main Street Diner.
Food was great. I had a Reuben and wifey had pancakes, french toast, and bacon. Staff was great.
Looks like it is open wayyyy more than most businesses on the...
Discussion started 04/21/2019 07:37 PM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/21/2019 07:37 PM
Had lunch in the Main Street Diner.
Food was great. I had a Reuben and wifey had pancakes, french toast, and bacon. Staff was great.
Looks like it is open wayyyy more than most businesses on the trail. It's also right at the entrance to the bridge.
Would def stop here again.
Northwestern-most point?
- + Is Pleasant Hill still the northwestern-most point where I could start or has anything been constructed more northwest of that? I don't know the area and I'm confused reading about construction, phase...
Discussion started 04/21/2019 12:25 PM by Christine - 0 repliesChristine from Denver, CO on 04/21/2019 12:25 PM
Is Pleasant Hill still the northwestern-most point where I could start or has anything been constructed more northwest of that? I don't know the area and I'm confused reading about construction, phases, etc. I'm coming out there in a couple weeks, early May 2019. Thank you!
Lindenhof Bed & Breakfast in Augusta
- + We spent the night of April 16, 2019 at the Lindenhof B&B with another couple in the midst of a two day ride on the Katy Trail.
Our host, Kathy, has done a wonderful job of repainting and redecorating...
Discussion started 04/20/2019 04:45 PM by Jan and Stephen - 0 repliesJan and Stephen from Savoy, IL on 04/20/2019 04:45 PM
We spent the night of April 16, 2019 at the Lindenhof B&B with another couple in the midst of a two day ride on the Katy Trail.
Our host, Kathy, has done a wonderful job of repainting and redecorating the B&B since she bought it last September. Beds are great, rooms spacious but cozy. The covered hot tub in the backyard was a gift after many miles on the bikes. Kathy made a fabulous breakfast designed to provide energy for a day of riding. It was creative, delicious, nutritious, and beautifully presented. Kathy was the personification of great hospitality. We plan to go back again.
Hotel Bothwell in Sedalia
- + Had an excellent overnight stay at the Bothwell. Very cool old hotel. Great location to the Katy trail. There are trains located nearby and did wake me up a couple times, but the bed is so comfor...
Discussion started 04/20/2019 04:03 PM by J&B - 0 repliesJ&B from Houston on 04/20/2019 04:03 PM
Had an excellent overnight stay at the Bothwell. Very cool old hotel. Great location to the Katy trail. There are trains located nearby and did wake me up a couple times, but the bed is so comfortable. The hotel restaurant, Ivory Grill, was amazing...from appetizers to desserts
Parkfield Inn Clinton in Clinton
- + We stayed at the Parkfield before hitting the trail on April 18th. This is a fabulous family owned hotel and the rooms were big and bed was super comfy. The breakfast was great, too. Highly recomme...
Discussion started 04/20/2019 03:57 PM by J&B - 0 repliesJ&B from Houston on 04/20/2019 03:57 PM
We stayed at the Parkfield before hitting the trail on April 18th. This is a fabulous family owned hotel and the rooms were big and bed was super comfy. The breakfast was great, too. Highly recommend the Parkfield.
Ivory Grille in Sedalia
- + Food was great. Was not cheap, but it was a nice place to have dinner after a loooong day of riding. You gotta try the gooey butter cake.
Discussion started 04/19/2019 08:04 PM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/19/2019 08:04 PM
Food was great. Was not cheap, but it was a nice place to have dinner after a loooong day of riding. You gotta try the gooey butter cake.
Wagon Wheel Cafe in Windsor
- + We just had lunch here today. People were friendly, and the food was soooo good. Amazing cheeseburger. Great prices. Highly highly recommended.
Discussion started 04/19/2019 07:58 PM by Bill in Houston - 0 repliesBill in Houston from Houston on 04/19/2019 07:58 PM
We just had lunch here today. People were friendly, and the food was soooo good. Amazing cheeseburger. Great prices. Highly highly recommended.
Shuttle
- + A buddy and I are riding the Katy Trail in July. We want to shuttle from St Charles to Clinton on July 9th. I'm looking for a couple of people to share the shuttle service. Please email your interest...
Discussion started 04/19/2019 10:44 AM by Tom C - 0 repliesTom C from Nashville Area on 04/19/2019 10:44 AM
A buddy and I are riding the Katy Trail in July. We want to shuttle from St Charles to Clinton on July 9th. I'm looking for a couple of people to share the shuttle service. Please email your interest to tcampbell5151@gmail.com
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Katy Trail in May
- + We are planning to walk the Katy trail starting in St Charles and walk 8 hours a day for 2 weeks.
I would like to know if someone have done this before , are there places to stay overnight along the...
Discussion started 03/25/2019 08:38 PM by Ale Isa - 6 replies (last reply by anonymous at 04/19/2019 09:11 AM)Ale Isa from St. Louis Mo on 03/25/2019 08:38 PM
We are planning to walk the Katy trail starting in St Charles and walk 8 hours a day for 2 weeks.
I would like to know if someone have done this before , are there places to stay overnight along the trail? Facilities? Any link we can use for better planning?
Thank you
Russell Williams from Colorado Springs on 03/25/2019 11:35 PM
The APP on KT has links for answers to all your questions. It should be fun.
Michael conley from Camdenton on 03/26/2019 07:13 AM
I hiked the entire trail last October, I finished it in 16 days with one day off. It’s a great hike and their is somewhere to stay in almost every town. Enjoy your hike!????
Kim Henderson - Kim's Cabins, Windsor from Windsor on 03/26/2019 11:29 AM
That's awesome and you'll love it! If you want to contact me by email kimh_316@yahoo.com or 660-351-0905 I'm happy to hook you up with some other ladies from St Louis area who have hiked the whole trail.
Olive from Sparta, IL on 03/26/2019 03:09 PM
I plan to walk from Sedalia East and camp along the way. Is there somewhere I can camp near Clifton City? The campground at Pilot Grove is too far for a day's walk.
Michael conley from Camdenton, mo on 04/19/2019 08:01 AM
Which direction are you hiking?... I hiked the entire trail from Clinton to Machens. Pending on your direction there are plenty of places to stay and plenty o re-supply.
Anonymous on 04/19/2019 09:11 AM
Depending on which direction you walk there are plenty of places to stay?
Strange phenomenon. I've never experienced that on a bike or in a car. Never noticed the towns changing position or anything.
I guess I have noticed hiking in the mountains, that the return distance is exponentially greater than the distance hiking in. Maybe it is a walking/hiking thing.
Shuttle from St Charles to Clinton on 6/21/19 Friday
- + Looking for a shuttle service or couple riders to add to our group of two, to shuttle back in the morning of Friday 6/21 from St Charles back to Clinton. The shuttle services are expensive. I unders...
Discussion started 04/17/2019 03:17 PM by Anne - 1 reply (last reply by Jerry Whittle at 04/19/2019 07:40 AM)Anne from Cleveland on 04/17/2019 03:17 PM
Looking for a shuttle service or couple riders to add to our group of two, to shuttle back in the morning of Friday 6/21 from St Charles back to Clinton. The shuttle services are expensive. I understand why, but hope there is a driver out there that has space for two more (2 adults, 2 bikes plus cart)or a group of one or two more riders that wants to share in the cost. Thanks!
Jerry Whittle from Belleville IL on 04/19/2019 07:40 AM
One option would be to join the Katy Trail Ride. It's scheduled to arrive in St. Charles that day and has a shuttle back to Clinton. I don't think that they will take the cart, but as it's a supported ride, you shouldn't need the cart.
https://mostateparks.com/2019ktride
RV parks near the Katy Trail
- + Looking for places to pull the travel trailer where we can easily access the trail to ride bikes.
Discussion started 04/08/2019 01:36 PM by GP - 2 replies (last reply by savage24 at 04/18/2019 10:45 PM)GP from Jefferson City on 04/08/2019 01:36 PM
Looking for places to pull the travel trailer where we can easily access the trail to ride bikes.
Kim Henderson - Kim's Cabins, Windsor from Windsor on 04/09/2019 12:53 AM
Windsor is the crossroads of the Katy and new 47 mile Rock Island section so you can ride 3 directions. We have beautiful Farrington Park and lake with campground, shower house and shelter house.
savage24 from KC, MO on 04/18/2019 10:45 PM
Katy Roundhouse Campground in Franklin has pull-thru RV sites and is right on the trail between Boonville and Rocheport.
2 businesses
- + I own 5 and 10 Antiques on First Street in Pleasant Hill also a new AirBnb in Pleasant Hill. How can I get these on your list?
Discussion started 04/18/2019 04:52 PM by Linda Young - 0 repliesLinda Young from Pleasant Hill on 04/18/2019 04:52 PM
I own 5 and 10 Antiques on First Street in Pleasant Hill also a new AirBnb in Pleasant Hill. How can I get these on your list?
Camping in Rochport
- + Are there any camping spots in Rocheport
Discussion started 04/16/2019 08:39 PM by Jim - 2 replies (last reply by anonymous at 04/18/2019 01:58 PM)Jim from St.Charles,Mo on 04/16/2019 08:39 PM
Are there any camping spots in Rocheport
Anonymous on 04/18/2019 07:45 AM
Jim, The City of Rocheport does not allow camping... however there are many options for overnight sleeping, from full service B&Bs to homes for rent by the day.
Anonymous on 04/18/2019 01:58 PM
There a couple of conservation areas west of town that allow camping. Click on Rocheport in the map above to get info.
Clark Street Lodge in Rocheport
- + We had a wonderful Girl's Retreat at the Clark Street Lodge Loft. It was perfect for the four of us. Very relaxing and we all felt welcome and at home.
Discussion started 04/18/2019 01:48 PM by Pam Hendrix - 0 repliesPam Hendrix from Lenexa on 04/18/2019 01:48 PM
We had a wonderful Girl's Retreat at the Clark Street Lodge Loft. It was perfect for the four of us. Very relaxing and we all felt welcome and at home.
traveling from KC train station to the Rock Island Trail - need safe direcitons
- + I need safe directions from the downtown KC train station to the Rock Island trail.
Discussion started 04/17/2019 11:09 AM by Rick - 1 reply (last reply by Bobby at 04/17/2019 12:46 PM)Rick from Ste Genevieve on 04/17/2019 11:09 AM
I need safe directions from the downtown KC train station to the Rock Island trail.
Bobby from Fort Worth on 04/17/2019 12:46 PM
That is a tall order. Can you get off the train in Lee’s Summit? Much closer and a safter trip to trail head.
RI Trail conditions
- + My brother and I are planning a trip from Pleasant Hill to Machens next month. I've heard the section from Pleasant Hill to Windsor is a little rough, and services are limited. I've checked out the RI...
Discussion started 04/16/2019 10:00 AM by Dean - 1 reply (last reply by Adam at 04/16/2019 12:13 PM)Dean from Columbia on 04/16/2019 10:00 AM
My brother and I are planning a trip from Pleasant Hill to Machens next month. I've heard the section from Pleasant Hill to Windsor is a little rough, and services are limited. I've checked out the RIT website, but it's a little short on useful information. Anybody been on it much this year?
Adam from KC on 04/16/2019 12:13 PM
Hi, I recently rode the Rock Island Spur that you're referencing and it was fine. It is short on amenities in that water is tough to come by, but there's a little local shop near a trailhead in Chillhowee called The Country Store that will fill up bottles for you provided they're open.
Otherwise it's pretty easy and open, if not a bit washed out in small areas. Careful of larger rocks as my front wheel met one last summer and I wiped out!
Mokane Bar and Grill in Mokane
- + Stopped here 2 times on an out and back trip. Today I stopped here in the morning and they are now serving breakfast! Today was their first day serving breakfast, I really got lucky. Excellent service...
Discussion started 04/16/2019 09:31 AM by Fran T. - 0 repliesFran T. from Detroit on 04/16/2019 09:31 AM
Stopped here 2 times on an out and back trip. Today I stopped here in the morning and they are now serving breakfast! Today was their first day serving breakfast, I really got lucky. Excellent service from friendly folks and the breakfast is delicious.