Riding Katy trail
- + How many miles a day do you think someone can ride in a day? I ride my stationary bike 8 to 15 miles at 14 to 20 resistance every other day or so. I also jog from 4 miles a couple times a week. Does a...
Discussion started 05/30/2011 03:50 PM by Cheri - 3 replies (last reply by Pistolero45 at 05/31/2011 05:32 PM)Cheri from Richland on 05/30/2011 03:50 PM
How many miles a day do you think someone can ride in a day? I ride my stationary bike 8 to 15 miles at 14 to 20 resistance every other day or so. I also jog from 4 miles a couple times a week. Does a person need to book rooms a head of time? Thanks for any information, Cheri
MidSouth from Rogersville, MO on 05/30/2011 07:23 PM
It would be hard for someone to answer that for you. We normally do 30-50 in a day. This past weekend we saw 6 and 7 year olds doing 30 a day during the Pedaler's Jamboree. There are some that can do the entire 225 miles in a day. But, for some only 5-10 is plenty in a day. If you are going to be riding on weekends I would make reservations, in the smaller towns there are only a few rooms to choose from.
Anonymous on 05/30/2011 08:11 PM
30-50 miles a day seems to make sense to me. If you ride a lot, higher mileage is clearly possible.
My experience is that the trail surface "costs" me about 2-3 MPH over what I would normally ride on the road. Remember that there is no coasting on the KATY. The good news is that there are only grades, no hills, but there are no downhills either. So...if you're moving, you're pedaling.
I would make reservations! As noted earlier, some of the towns have very few options and they can fill up quickly...especially on weekends.
Enjoy!!
Pistolero45 from Columbia on 05/31/2011 05:32 PM
It's not your lungs or legs which will have problems - it is your butt. Even a 30 mile ride is about three hours of sitting on a bike seat. I think you would want your first day to be 30 to 40 miles, then work up to 50 to 60 miles per day. Remember, there is a lot to check out along the way.
Best Western Inn in Sedalia
- + The ground floor outside entrance rooms are great...easy access for bikes. They also have an excellent tornado emergency plan that they had to use last Wednesday. Our thoughts and prayers are with t...
Discussion started 05/28/2011 09:04 AM by Deb & Randy - 2 replies (last reply by Pistolero45 at 05/31/2011 05:24 PM)Deb & Randy from Wichita on 05/28/2011 09:04 AM
The ground floor outside entrance rooms are great...easy access for bikes. They also have an excellent tornado emergency plan that they had to use last Wednesday. Our thoughts and prayers are with the folks in Sedalia as the tornado touched down only 1/2 south of this hotel.
gene from Indiana on 05/30/2011 11:51 PM
The Best Western is a good place to stay. I would have camped at the Fairgrounds but a huge storm was coming through Missouri when I was there in October 2009. They put me in back although I didn't need to take my bicycle off my truck. The breakfast is included the next morning.
Pistolero45 from Columbia on 05/31/2011 05:24 PM
A friend and I stayed there last year while riding the trail. It was a first rate experience. They put us and our bikes up in a ground level room. The hot tub and pool felt great. And I have never seen such an awesome continental breakfast!
Cruce's Cabooses in Calhoun
- + We stayed at the green caboose last week and it was a great way to end the trip. The owner, Damon, was extremely hospitable and we spent the evening sitting at the lake and talking over a campfire. De...
Discussion started 05/31/2011 04:49 PM by Gwynn & Dave - 1 reply (last reply by MAH at 05/31/2011 05:23 PM)Gwynn & Dave from St. Louis on 05/31/2011 04:49 PM
We stayed at the green caboose last week and it was a great way to end the trip. The owner, Damon, was extremely hospitable and we spent the evening sitting at the lake and talking over a campfire. Definately recommend and we will stay again...
MAH on 05/31/2011 05:23 PM
We stayed there with our grandson (4 y/o) while riding the Katy fall of 09. Also had a wonderful stay and our grandson absolutely love it! Looking forward to doing it again when the next grandson turns 4!
Rode the Trail
- + We started in St. Charles and rode out to Defiance, then started again the next day in defiance to Dutlow where we enjoyed wine at Blumenhof during a tornado warning. The hosts were great giving us sh...
Discussion started 05/31/2011 03:21 PM by Nan - 0 repliesNan from Bay View on 05/31/2011 03:21 PM
We started in St. Charles and rode out to Defiance, then started again the next day in defiance to Dutlow where we enjoyed wine at Blumenhof during a tornado warning. The hosts were great giving us shelter. We rode out of Hermann/McKittrick but had to stop after at 103 due to wahsed out trails but they were repairing this on Tuesday I believe. We rode from Rocheport to Hartsburg, yes the tunnel is open but on Friday the trail heading to Boonville was flooded. The bike shops at Rocheport is great as is the shop in Defiance! Many things to do, bring water and have a plan in case of sudden storms and let me tell ya....we had sudden storms!! It can be kinda open and far between in certain spots of the trail, so do some planning. We loved it and plan to return. Couldn't ride to Sedalia due to the tornado, but plan to in the future. From Marthasville to McKittrick can be out in the open, so keep that in mind during hot days.
Best Food Places
- + Make Harstburg your stop on bike/foot/or in car and head straight to Dottie's Cafe! Expecting a run-of-the-mill chicken wrap, I was amazed with the first bite...a thin and lightly toasted texture w...
Discussion started 05/14/2011 06:34 PM by Kay Hoff - 7 replies (last reply by Rickford at 05/31/2011 03:04 PM)Kay Hoff from Minocqua Wisconsin on 05/14/2011 06:34 PM
Make Harstburg your stop on bike/foot/or in car and head straight to Dottie's Cafe! Expecting a run-of-the-mill chicken wrap, I was amazed with the first bite...a thin and lightly toasted texture wrap sprinkled with touches of finely grated cheese should have warned me that Dottie knows just what to do for perfection. I thought Osseo Wisconsin was the pie capital of the country and now I have to eat my words. Dottie's Coconut Creme Pie with crust from scratch and picture perfect merengue could have been on the cover of a magazine. We even returned in the afternoon for another piece. So much for burning off calories biking!
We even added a piece or two to the on-going puzzle before leaving and enjoyed a rock on the front porch while being serenaded by the local robin.
Anonymous on 05/14/2011 10:09 PM
I agree. Dotty's is a treasure. Have enjoyed several wonderful meals and snacks there.
Specialized from Blue Springs, MO on 05/15/2011 05:15 PM
We stopped in this past Wednesday and it was fantastic! Service was great and can't wait to go back! Our server snatched up our 4 water bottles, filled them and rinsed the trail dust off! That was the best! Make sure you go to Dotty's Cafe! These small towns need our business!
Bud Ditzfeld, Mayor from Hartsburg MO on 05/16/2011 11:45 AM
Thank you all for stopping in for a visit to our little town. I believe that Dotty and our other business owners are the best of the best on the Katy Trail. Just as a reminder, we also have three inns and two taverns to accomodate you during your visit, and camping is always free at Volunteer Park. We also have the American Legion Park available, and large groups aren't a problem. We no longer have a bike shop, I'm sad to say, but I live immediately West of Dotty's, and I have tools available should you find yourself with a broken bike during your stay. Thanks again for visiting our town. We always look forward to it. :)
Anonymous on 05/16/2011 01:45 PM
I always stay at a B&B in Hartsburg and eat at Dottie's.... 60 seconds off the trail for each one.. No bridge to cross, quiet little town. Yep, good place for a city boy who just wants to make the ride as pleasant and uneventful as possible.
Anonymous on 05/24/2011 04:31 PM
Hartsburg has been one of my favorite towns when riding the Katy trail. Everyone is so friendly and helpful to cyclists. I always camp in the park across the street and never have to worry about anything. If you arrive in town too late for Dottie's Cafe the scratching post bar opens and has good food. If you plan on camping in hartsburg AVOID the weekend of the pie festival at all costs. I've never seen so many people in such a small town.
Bud Ditzfeld, Mayor from Hartsburg MO on 05/26/2011 09:12 AM
Just a couple of corrections to Anon's last post: The Hitching Post only serves pizza, but it's almost always available, as they're open seven days per week. The Big Muddy Tavern serves a full menu. Pumpkin Festival does get a bit crowded, as we have up to 50,000 visitors to our little town. The usual camping spots won't be available, but I'm certain that arrangements could be made if you wanted to ask around in advance. Thanks again for making Hartsburg your stop on The Katy Trail.
Rickford from Pulaski,va on 05/31/2011 03:04 PM
Thanks to the folks at Dotties. When I came thru there I was disappointed to see a closed sign on the door. However, I saw some movement inside and they were still there after catering to a large group of riders. They invited us in as well as some other bikers who came thru and went ahead and cooked for us. Great food!
Weldon Spring
- + Highway 94 is undergoing construction between 64/40 and Defiance MO. For the next two weeks (mid and late May 2011) the road is closed, cutting off all drive-in access to the Weldon Spring trailhead....
Discussion started 05/17/2011 01:13 PM by merkin4 - 1 reply (last reply by merkin4 at 05/31/2011 02:53 PM)merkin4 from St. Peters MO on 05/17/2011 01:13 PM
Highway 94 is undergoing construction between 64/40 and Defiance MO. For the next two weeks (mid and late May 2011) the road is closed, cutting off all drive-in access to the Weldon Spring trailhead.
Alternatives in the area include access from the Business Park trail to the northeast, or Defiance to the southwest. The Business Park trailhead starts near a sewage treatment plant, and the mosquitos seem to be fierce and impervious to any repellant short of a flamethrower.
merkin4 from St. Peters MO on 05/31/2011 02:53 PM
Highway 94 is again open, and auto access to the Weldon Spring trailhead parking lot has been restored.
The Pilot Grove Bed and Breakfast in Pilot Grove
- + Thanks Delores! Stay here it's greatMy wife and I rolled in at 9:15pm to Casey's. My trip planner did not list B&B because the plan was to camp the whole way. Well things just change don't they. Ja...
Discussion started 05/31/2011 11:59 AM by Craig Parson - 0 repliesCraig Parson from Fort Madison Iowa on 05/31/2011 11:59 AM
Thanks Delores! Stay here it's great
My wife and I rolled in at 9:15pm to Casey's. My trip planner did not list B&B because the plan was to camp the whole way. Well things just change don't they. Jack at Caseys called her and Delores came, escorted us to the house, discussed a breakfast menu, gave us a quick tour and a ride back to Caseys for Pizza. I felt at home and comfortable instantly. Wonderful doing business with you, "Hi Virgil" I guess we'll see you next time.
Thanks for everything,
Craig and Heather
Briar Rose Inn Bed & Breakfast in Jefferson City
- + We cannot say enough about this bed and breakfast! The owners were so accommodating and friendly!! The house is one of the nicest B&B's we have ever stayed in; private baths for each room! Also, the ...
Discussion started 05/31/2011 08:56 AM by Mark & Lisa - 0 repliesMark & Lisa from Paducah KY on 05/31/2011 08:56 AM
We cannot say enough about this bed and breakfast! The owners were so accommodating and friendly!! The house is one of the nicest B&B's we have ever stayed in; private baths for each room! Also, the breakfast (scrambled eggs, bacon, toast, juice, coffee, danish) was out of this world! Ready at exactly the time they said it would be including candle light!! The owners even shuttled us from the trail head at Jefferson City, stopped at a convenience store for a soda fix and then took us back to the trail the next morning. We were so pleased with our stay!! Will definitely be back!! Thanks!!
Katy Trail Bed & Bikefest in Rocheport
- + We stayed one night in the home. It was absolutely adorable! Very clean and lots of goodies for breakfast. It is very convenient; right on the trail. We will definitely stay here on our next trip!!
Discussion started 05/31/2011 08:51 AM by Mark & Lisa - 0 repliesMark & Lisa from Paducah KY on 05/31/2011 08:51 AM
We stayed one night in the home. It was absolutely adorable! Very clean and lots of goodies for breakfast. It is very convenient; right on the trail. We will definitely stay here on our next trip!!
Rendleman Home B&B in Bluffton
- + We stayed at the Rendleman Home one night before our bike ride on Memorial day weekend. Doug was very accommodating and pleasant. We had a great night sleep and a scrumptious breakfast in the mornin...
Discussion started 05/31/2011 08:45 AM by Mark & Lisa - 0 repliesMark & Lisa from Paducah KY on 05/31/2011 08:45 AM
We stayed at the Rendleman Home one night before our bike ride on Memorial day weekend. Doug was very accommodating and pleasant. We had a great night sleep and a scrumptious breakfast in the morning before our long ride. He even shuttled us from Blufton to Pilot Grove and allowed us to leave our cars parked in his driveway while we rode for 3 days back. We will definitely stay with Doug again!! Thanks!
Machens trail extension
- + I'm not sure I understand why the state extended the trail to Machens but didn't follow the original rail right of way. There's a mile-long stretch that's currently under water. It will be under water...
Discussion started 05/28/2011 08:04 PM by BikerTN - 2 replies (last reply by Kevin at 05/31/2011 08:20 AM)BikerTN from St Louis on 05/28/2011 08:04 PM
I'm not sure I understand why the state extended the trail to Machens but didn't follow the original rail right of way. There's a mile-long stretch that's currently under water. It will be under water every time the MO River is high. What's the point of building a trail that will be flooded every year? Was there a property owner blocking the original right of way?
JPM from Hazelwood, MO on 05/28/2011 08:25 PM
My understanding is the original route in that location was washed out in the flood of 1993.
Kevin from Overland Park on 05/31/2011 08:20 AM
So is the trail from St. Charles to Machens currently accessible? I'm hoping to cover this part of the trail next weekend. Is it only accessible in dry weather? Help!
Trip 05/28/2011
- + Clinton to St Charles Thurs, Fri, & Sat. Rocheport bridge and trail is open. Very nice. Lots of downed trees and washed-out washboard areas from McKittrick to Marthasville. All can be maneuvered a...
Discussion started 05/30/2011 01:09 PM by Mike-in-KC - 1 reply (last reply by anonymous at 05/30/2011 09:20 PM)Mike-in-KC from Overland Park on 05/30/2011 01:09 PM
Clinton to St Charles Thurs, Fri, & Sat. Rocheport bridge and trail is open. Very nice. Lots of downed trees and washed-out washboard areas from McKittrick to Marthasville. All can be maneuvered around by dismounting. The train in St Charles County is in great shape - like pavement.
Anonymous on 05/30/2011 09:20 PM
Aren't most trains just like pavement though?
Leaving Tomorrow
- + Leaving tomorow from Clinton and hope to be in St. Charles in 16 days. Why so slow you ask? We are backpacking the Katy! If you see two guys walking say hi.
Discussion started 05/30/2011 03:19 PM by Steve - 0 repliesSteve on 05/30/2011 03:19 PM
Leaving tomorow from Clinton and hope to be in St. Charles in 16 days. Why so slow you ask? We are backpacking the Katy! If you see two guys walking say hi.
Quality Inn in St Charles
- + Be careful booking a room. BikeKatyTrail.com will link to an outfit called "Internet Hotel Reservations." IHS will add %19 to the rate and charge your card immediately. No changes are allowed. A c...
Discussion started 05/30/2011 01:25 PM by Mike-in-KC - 0 repliesMike-in-KC from Overland Park on 05/30/2011 01:25 PM
Be careful booking a room. BikeKatyTrail.com will link to an outfit called "Internet Hotel Reservations." IHS will add %19 to the rate and charge your card immediately. No changes are allowed. A cancellation will cost you $25.00 and you must make the cancellation through IHS an not Quality Inn. A bit of a scam, in my opinion. I learned a $99.00 lesson that I will be sure to tell others about.
St Charles
- + As of 0900 5/30, trail is flooded about 3 miles east of 370 bridge.
Discussion started 05/30/2011 10:37 AM by Lejeune Rider - 0 repliesLejeune Rider on 05/30/2011 10:37 AM
As of 0900 5/30, trail is flooded about 3 miles east of 370 bridge.
Papa Jake's Donut Shop in Sedalia
- + Stopped in on our way to Boonville. After a 630am start at Windsor and some cold temps, we'd pedaled up a bit of an appetite. Papa Jakes greeted us w/ hot coffee and fried dough. The marshmallow fluff...
Discussion started 05/16/2011 03:46 PM by LTB - 6 replies (last reply by maggie at 05/30/2011 09:36 AM)LTB from KC on 05/16/2011 03:46 PM
Stopped in on our way to Boonville. After a 630am start at Windsor and some cold temps, we'd pedaled up a bit of an appetite. Papa Jakes greeted us w/ hot coffee and fried dough. The marshmallow fluff filled long john came recommended by a young man we rode w/ on the trail...very good choice. The white iced cake was a fine sample as well. Their plain glazed are fried a bit lighter than most shops and really leave a yeasty, dinner roll-like taste in your mouth, a nice choice as well. These old donut shops are institutions. Papa Jakes even had a table full of old men solving the world's problems on a Saturday morning and free coffee refills. A large coffee, 4 donuts, 1 long john, 1 apple fritter, and a milk came to $6. Make sure you stop in on your next pedal through Sedalia.
maggie from Kansas on 05/16/2011 04:14 PM
Where is this in Sedalia? I love donuts. I will stop if I know where to go. Coffe too! thanks!
maggie from Kansas on 05/16/2011 04:20 PM
OK I found it on the Sedalia page! It's been a while since I have been here and the site is so much easier to navigate! Thanks!
Linda from Sedalia on 05/24/2011 08:59 AM
I may have to start buying them up in the mornings and have them here at the Katy Depot for the riders who don't have the time to get off the trail (its a nice ride but about 10-12 blocks from the trail ).
Pamela from Independence MO on 05/24/2011 01:58 PM
Linda, please do.
maggie from kansas on 05/28/2011 10:21 AM
WE'll be coming through Sunday and Monday! Hope there is some waiting! That would be awesome! Motivation for me,lol!
maggie from Kansas on 05/30/2011 09:36 AM
We found it and the crowd was huge and they moved very fast! Awesome place, they got a good thing going on there! Glaze were my favorite!
memorial wkend ride
- + Is anyone riding the trail this memorial day weekend? Any word on weather? We are riding pilot grove to rhineland.
Discussion started 05/27/2011 05:18 PM by mlchan - 4 replies (last reply by mlchan at 05/29/2011 08:13 PM)mlchan from ky on 05/27/2011 05:18 PM
Is anyone riding the trail this memorial day weekend? Any word on weather? We are riding pilot grove to rhineland.
Memorial Weekend Rider on 05/28/2011 07:56 AM
Related post for you too.
I think there's a link to conditions on this website, or you can go directly to DNR's site: www.mostateparks.com/advisories and get the most recent updates. The one dated today sounds worrisome. DNR staff do a great job of cleaning up problems, but sounds like they have a lot to deal with. Also, as of 5/23 it said from mile marker 103 to 107 the trail is closed. Hopefully people who are on the trail now will probably get on here tonight and give you an update. Also try calling some of the businesses along the trail and see what they say: the Big Muddy in Hartsburg, Portland has a bar very close to the trail (they make excellent hamburgers), etc. Good luck.
posted May 26 2011 1:24PM - Cathy, Jefferson City
David+from+Kansas from Kansas on 05/28/2011 06:35 PM
We have found the noaa.gov to be just about the most reliable source of weather information out there. I would suspect from knowing the trail, right now you probably will encouunter some flooding in a number of areas east of Rocheport.
Michael Rodemeyer from Hartsburg, Missouri on 05/29/2011 12:51 PM
The Peddler's Jamboree is going on this weekend from Boonville to Huntsdale and back. I believe tonight the Ozark Mountain Daredevils will play. Last night Big Smith and the Bait Shop boys played. You will probably run into this event as you ride thru.
mlchan from ky on 05/29/2011 08:13 PM
We saw several bands. It was great! And so was the weather!
Going from Harrisonville to Machens starting 5/29
- + My buddy and I went from St. Charles to Clinton last year, we're going Harrisonville to Machens this year, starting tomorrow. We're hoping the closures will be open by the time we get there. Anyone ...
Discussion started 05/28/2011 01:22 PM by Tony Felich - 1 reply (last reply by David+from+Kansas at 05/28/2011 06:13 PM)Tony Felich from Olathe, KS on 05/28/2011 01:22 PM
My buddy and I went from St. Charles to Clinton last year, we're going Harrisonville to Machens this year, starting tomorrow. We're hoping the closures will be open by the time we get there.
Anyone know how bike friendly Hiway 7 from Harrisonville to Clinton is?
I'll keep you posted if my Android will let me.
David+from+Kansas from Kansas on 05/28/2011 06:13 PM
Haven't been down this yesr; going tomorrow. Unless conditions we don't know about, Hwy 7 is pretty much all new, divided highway, with nice wide shoulders, at least up to Hwy 71, & that is didvided highway as well, with wide shoulders, going all the way to Harrisonville.
Sedalia Trailhead - Depot in Sedalia
- + The lady at the Katy Depot was very informative and helpful. Being novices to the trail and to this part of Missouri, we needed much information. Thanks to her, we had a wonderful first day on the t...
Discussion started 05/28/2011 09:11 AM by Deb & Randy - 0 repliesDeb & Randy from Wichita on 05/28/2011 09:11 AM
The lady at the Katy Depot was very informative and helpful. Being novices to the trail and to this part of Missouri, we needed much information. Thanks to her, we had a wonderful first day on the trail and several great meals at local establishments.
Tornado sirens near New Franklin
- + We were on the trail between Franklin and New Franklin when the tornado sirens went off last Wednesday. We headed for New Franklin and were picked up by their EMS as we were looking for shelter in Ne...
Discussion started 05/28/2011 09:00 AM by Deb & Randy - 0 repliesDeb & Randy from Wichita on 05/28/2011 09:00 AM
We were on the trail between Franklin and New Franklin when the tornado sirens went off last Wednesday. We headed for New Franklin and were picked up by their EMS as we were looking for shelter in New Franklin. They took us to the city storm shelter. When the "all clear" was sounded they loaded our bikes and took us back to our car in Boonville. We will always be greatful to the wonderful folks in New Franklin.
Dutzow Deli & Restaurant in Dutzow
- + went in on a sunday and there was one waitress who was doing everything...running around like a chicken with it's head cut off while the owner sat at the table and smoked. Tipped the waitress well fo...
Discussion started 04/03/2011 07:13 PM - 2 replies (last reply by anonymous at 05/27/2011 08:06 PM)Anonymous on 04/03/2011 07:13 PM
went in on a sunday and there was one waitress who was doing everything...running around like a chicken with it's head cut off while the owner sat at the table and smoked. Tipped the waitress well for her excellent work but also noticed on the menu that if you order a whole sandwich to share with your other they charge you .75 cents more...what a joke. Anyway, the owner runs a sweat shop it seems and greed has gotten to them.
Anonymous on 04/06/2011 10:22 PM
Right now we are in our transitional stage between winter and spring so yes we tend to keep it tight. WE never know if we are going to have a full house or no one that evening so we have staff on call if it gets out of hand. We have been open now 10 yrs and still going. Now about the owner, i am the owner, I do not smoke, and I was not their and 2, you're one of those people who want something for nothing, I get them all the time, just deal with it. Calling my my place a sweat shop is a real joke, those girls make more in 6 hrs then you probably make all day. I'm sure the sandwich was great if you have any other complaints see me personally.
Anonymous on 05/27/2011 08:06 PM
I like this restaurant. It is very good!
Memorial Weekend Ride
- + I was planning a 2 day trip from Columbia to St. Charles this Memorial Weekend, but am prepared to cancel after this past week of storms. I am only a leisure rider in fair shape on a crossover bike. ...
Discussion started 05/26/2011 12:17 PM by Matt - 2 replies (last reply by SteveK at 05/26/2011 07:10 PM)Matt from Columbia, MO on 05/26/2011 12:17 PM
I was planning a 2 day trip from Columbia to St. Charles this Memorial Weekend, but am prepared to cancel after this past week of storms. I am only a leisure rider in fair shape on a crossover bike. Can anyone comment on conditions and possible flooding, and would you recommend I postpone this trip?
Cathy from Jefferson City on 05/26/2011 01:24 PM
Matt, I think there's a link to conditions on this website, or you can go directly to DNR's site: www.mostateparks.com/advisories and get the most recent updates. The one dated today sounds worrisome. DNR staff do a great job of cleaning up problems, but sounds like they have a lot to deal with. Also, as of 5/23 it said from mile marker 103 to 107 the trail is closed. Hopefully people who are on the trail now will probably get on here tonight and give you an update. Also try calling some of the businesses along the trail and see what they say: the Big Muddy in Hartsburg, Portland has a bar very close to the trail (they make excellent hamburgers), etc. Good luck.
SteveK from saint louis, MO on 05/26/2011 07:10 PM
No problems Treloar to St. Charles(MM85 to MM40). I believe the closure at Rhineland(MM107 to MM 103), assuming you can't bike through that yet, can be biked via HWY 94 fairly easily. River levels will likely be high for the section McBaine to Hartsburg, but it looks like it will be passable. There supposedly is another low section around Portland, but I've never seen this flooded myself.
Katyrest Caboose in Hartsburg
- + This place is great, We had just riden for 2 hours in the rain, hail, wind lighting etc. Got to Hartsburg and found the Caboose. Hot shower, laundry, and great food at Big Muddy:)
Discussion started 05/26/2011 10:19 AM by Bob Smith - 0 repliesBob Smith from Sebastopol, California on 05/26/2011 10:19 AM
This place is great, We had just riden for 2 hours in the rain, hail, wind lighting etc. Got to Hartsburg and found the Caboose. Hot shower, laundry, and great food at Big Muddy:)
Jim's bar in Tebbetts
- + When you are in Tebbetts, stop by JIm's Bar. Jim demonstrated the best of the Missouri people. He opened up his business and his storm celler to us when we needed shelter from possible tornado May 2...
Discussion started 05/26/2011 10:15 AM by Bob Smith - 0 repliesBob Smith from Sebastopol, California on 05/26/2011 10:15 AM
When you are in Tebbetts, stop by JIm's Bar. Jim demonstrated the best of the Missouri people. He opened up his business and his storm celler to us when we needed shelter from possible tornado May 25, 2011. He is a true "Trail Angel"
RIDING KATY TRAIL FROM ST.CHARLES TO CLINTON BEGIN
- + HAS ANYONE BEEN ON THE TRAIL IN THE LAST 48 HOURS? MY HUSBAND AND I ARE RIDING THE KATY TRAIL FROM ST. CHARLES TO CLINTON STARTING ON WEDNESDAY. ANY TRAIL CONDITIONS WE SHOULD BE AWARE OF??
Discussion started 05/23/2011 08:44 PM by DANDTOD - 7 replies (last reply by DANDTOD at 05/25/2011 10:10 PM)DANDTOD from ST. LOUIS on 05/23/2011 08:44 PM
HAS ANYONE BEEN ON THE TRAIL IN THE LAST 48 HOURS? MY HUSBAND AND I ARE RIDING THE KATY TRAIL FROM ST. CHARLES TO CLINTON STARTING ON WEDNESDAY. ANY TRAIL CONDITIONS WE SHOULD BE AWARE OF??
Jack Chipley from New Franklin , mo on 05/24/2011 10:36 AM
The bridge after you come through Rocheport is being repaired have to ride the highway around it
SteveK from saint louis, MO on 05/24/2011 09:28 PM
Rode on the eastern end today, Treloar to St. Charles, several trees down, but DNR working on it. However, nothing that could not be walked through or around and no significant delays.
SteveK from saint louis, MO on 05/24/2011 09:38 PM
Just checked the river levels at Jeff City and Hermann guages, and they are projecting levels above flood stage that MAY impact the trail in the Portland, Hartsburg, and Rocheport areas Sun/Mon.
JPM from Hazelwood, MO on 05/24/2011 09:43 PM
The Mo. state park website is reporting a closure due to storm damage. Check their website for more details.
SteveK from saint louis, MO on 05/24/2011 10:01 PM
Just read the advisory on the closure in Rhineland, MM 103 to MM 107. For me, I would ride around this area on HWY 94 as I am very familiar with this area but that is not for everyone.
I would be more concerned with the river levels as it looks like more rain on the way, but some B&B's will shuttle you locally and there are other shuttle services out there that will help you if you get in a bind.
CJ5w4WD from roaming the midwest on 05/25/2011 12:30 PM
I rode Sedalia to Hermann May 21-23. Trail from the east end to Tebbetts was in xlnt cond but that was before Monday's storm. Portland to McKittrick has lots of washouts, and looked like some flash flooding with lots of debris. I was on my fat tire so I could ride through all but one area. Be careful.
DANDTOD from ST. LOUIS on 05/25/2011 10:10 PM
Thanks for all your comments. We decided to postpone our trip due to the flooding and advise from our fellow bikers. We had reservations at 5 B & B's. All cancelled our reservations without fees. See you on the trail when its a bit more dry!