most scenic section of trail?
- + We are planning a one day bike ride on the Katy on our way up from Texas to Ontario in July. Any suggestions on which section of the trail is the most scenic in regard to river views, bluffs, shade/t...
Discussion started 06/17/2007 12:23 PM by riverdogdan - 7 replies (last reply by RAT at 06/25/2007 04:29 PM)riverdogdan from Grapevine, Tx on 06/17/2007 12:23 PM
We are planning a one day bike ride on the Katy on our way up from Texas to Ontario in July. Any suggestions on which section of the trail is the most scenic in regard to river views, bluffs, shade/trees, and beautiful landscape? So much Katy, so little time! Thanks.
Paulie from Knoxville TN on 06/17/2007 03:15 PM
If I only had one day on the Katy, I'd start in Rocheport, ride east until I felt I was at a halfway point. Then turn around and go back. Its a shame you only have one day.
Paulie
missouri resident on 06/17/2007 05:38 PM
what paulie said. have fun, be safe
Norm from Raymore, MO on 06/17/2007 09:21 PM
I've ridden several segments of the Katy trail in one-day trips myself and have been back to the Rocheport trailhead many times because of its scenic attraction, especially southeast towards Jefferson City. It won't disapoint you, have fun.
riverdogdan on 06/21/2007 11:37 AM
Thanks for the information, guys. It seems to be fairly unanimous at this point! I appreciate your time and opinions.
El Toro on 06/23/2007 11:10 PM
Add one more vote to the Rocheport - east idea. The bluffs and the river along there are really pretty. Make sure to read the signs about Lewis and Clark campsites and their cave, etc.
Enjoy!
PJA from St. Louis on 06/25/2007 12:54 PM
Just rode the whole trail from Clinton to St. Charles in two days. I think I liked the section from Clinton to Boonville the best. The trail was in much better condition than east of New Franklin. I liked the rolling farm land and more small towns to visit. The bluffs are nice near Rocheport, but you have to stop to look up at them, where as the rolling hills can be viewed as you ride.
RAT from Overland Park, KS on 06/25/2007 04:29 PM
Augusta to St. Charles is just beautiful... (the Rocheport stretch is great, I think I'm just tired of it). I have to add that the Pilot Grove to Boonville ( a small stretch) is just great - it's beautiful and a wonderful downhill grade into Boonville. Maybe it stands out because of the uphill grade into Pilot Grove, and the hot, barren stretch from Boonville to just before Rocheport.
Glenn's Cafe at the Frederick (Boonville)
- + I was dining at your Restaurant last week. The service was great & the food was wonderful. But while we were eating a hostess-I later found was Lauren Winters, was correcting Tommy Howard in the dinin...
Discussion started 06/25/2007 11:28 AM by Gary Gose - 1 reply (last reply by Trek Biker at 06/25/2007 02:34 PM)Gary Gose from Rocheport on 06/25/2007 11:28 AM
I was dining at your Restaurant last week. The service was great & the food was wonderful. But while we were eating a hostess-I later found was Lauren Winters, was correcting Tommy Howard in the dining hall, in front of all of the guests. It made me and I'm sure many of the others very unconfortable. This appeared very unprofessional & could have been handled very differently. I'm not sure, but I suspect that Howard was merely saying hi to a guest. Tommy Howard is welcome at my table any time & I would invite a friendly greeting.
Gary Gose from Rocheport on 06/25/2007 11:28 AM
I was dining at your Restaurant last week. The service was great & the food was wonderful. But while we were eating a hostess-I later found was Lauren Winters, was correcting Tommy Howard in the dining hall, in front of all of the guests. It made me and I'm sure many of the others very unconfortable. This appeared very unprofessional & could have been handled very differently. I'm not sure, but I suspect that Howard was merely saying hi to a guest. Tommy Howard is welcome at my table any time & I would invite a friendly greeting.
Trek Biker from St. Joseph, MO on 06/25/2007 02:34 PM
A post here concerning this issue seems unprofessional as well. I would think it more appropriate to call the establishment if you thought an employee was unfairly chastised in front of paying customers.
Trek Biker from St. Joseph, MO on 06/25/2007 02:34 PM
A post here concerning this issue seems unprofessional as well. I would think it more appropriate to call the establishment if you thought an employee was unfairly chastised in front of paying customers.
Peers Store (Peers)
- + My 11 year old daughter and I just completed a Jeff City to St. Louis trip last week in two legs
and overnighted at Peers. It's a great place, and I highly recommend it! If you are looking for <...
Discussion started 06/18/2007 12:41 PM by cleeland - 1 reply (last reply by Jsample at 06/24/2007 11:25 PM)cleeland from St. Louis on 06/18/2007 12:41 PM
My 11 year old daughter and I just completed a Jeff City to St. Louis trip last week in two legs
and overnighted at Peers. It's a great place, and I highly recommend it! If you are looking for
plush pampering such as one might expect in the $100+/night B&Bs, this is not the place for
you. But, if you're looking for a clean, spacious room, filling breakfast, and wonderful
hospitality at a reasonable price, do not hesitate to book with Barb.
cleeland from St. Louis on 06/18/2007 12:41 PM
My 11 year old daughter and I just completed a Jeff City to St. Louis trip last week in two legs
and overnighted at Peers. It's a great place, and I highly recommend it! If you are looking for
plush pampering such as one might expect in the $100+/night B&Bs, this is not the place for
you. But, if you're looking for a clean, spacious room, filling breakfast, and wonderful
hospitality at a reasonable price, do not hesitate to book with Barb.
Jsample on 06/24/2007 11:25 PM
While riding the trail we accidentally left a cell phone outside the Peers store. Barb found it, went the "extra mile" to track us down and even drove to the next town to deliver the phone. She is very kind and would accept nothing in return. Please patronize this store! Thanks again.
Jsample on 06/24/2007 11:25 PM
While riding the trail we accidentally left a cell phone outside the Peers store. Barb found it, went the "extra mile" to track us down and even drove to the next town to deliver the phone. She is very kind and would accept nothing in return. Please patronize this store! Thanks again.
Treloar Bar & Grill (Treloar)
- + Had lunch there on Thursday June 21, Very busy and Very GOOD. Ate a burger & fries. Will be back again.
Discussion started 06/24/2007 09:44 PM by CC - 0 repliesCC from Wentzville Area on 06/24/2007 09:44 PM
Had lunch there on Thursday June 21, Very busy and Very GOOD. Ate a burger & fries. Will be back again.
CC from Wentzville Area on 06/24/2007 09:44 PM
Had lunch there on Thursday June 21, Very busy and Very GOOD. Ate a burger & fries. Will be back again.
Sedalia
- + Be careful riding on the main thoroughfares of Sedalia (Broadway-Rt 50, South Limit-Rt 65), they are not designed for bicycling (or walking!) If you are staying at the Super 8, Comfort Inn, or Ramada...
Discussion started 06/24/2007 01:47 PM by Linda M. - 0 repliesLinda M. from Tucson, AZ on 06/24/2007 01:47 PM
Be careful riding on the main thoroughfares of Sedalia (Broadway-Rt 50, South Limit-Rt 65), they are not designed for bicycling (or walking!) If you are staying at the Super 8, Comfort Inn, or Ramada, those are on Broadway on the west side of town out by Walmart, I suggest taking W.Main St (which parallels Broadway) to Mitchell.
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Claysville Store (Claysville)
- + This store is actually a restaurant that serves home cooked, home-made pies. The entrees are pan fried chicken and fried country ham. Each dinner is served with real mashed potatoes, slathered with cr...
Discussion started 06/23/2007 10:43 AM by Barb - 2 replies (last reply by anonymous at 06/24/2007 12:42 AM)Barb from Centralia, MO on 06/23/2007 10:43 AM
This store is actually a restaurant that serves home cooked, home-made pies. The entrees are pan fried chicken and fried country ham. Each dinner is served with real mashed potatoes, slathered with cream or brown gravy, green beans, slaw, applesauce and hot rolls. The prices are unbelievably reasonable...$7-8. Service is good and fast, if you have reservations, or a small group (2-4).
For a bit of back home atmosphere...it could get loud, or simply some great home cooked food, this restaurant is superior to most I've tried.
Featured are cobblers, cake and pie for dessert, or ice cream...also very reasonably priced...and better yet...home made.
Barb from Centralia, MO on 06/23/2007 10:43 AM
This store is actually a restaurant that serves home cooked, home-made pies. The entrees are pan fried chicken and fried country ham. Each dinner is served with real mashed potatoes, slathered with cream or brown gravy, green beans, slaw, applesauce and hot rolls. The prices are unbelievably reasonable...$7-8. Service is good and fast, if you have reservations, or a small group (2-4).
For a bit of back home atmosphere...it could get loud, or simply some great home cooked food, this restaurant is superior to most I've tried.
Featured are cobblers, cake and pie for dessert, or ice cream...also very reasonably priced...and better yet...home made.
Dave on 06/23/2007 08:03 PM
This sounds good. Where is Claysville in relation to the trail?
Dave on 06/23/2007 08:03 PM
This sounds good. Where is Claysville in relation to the trail?
Anonymous on 06/24/2007 12:42 AM
dave, claysville is about three miles east of hartsburg right on the trail.
Anonymous on 06/24/2007 12:42 AM
dave, claysville is about three miles east of hartsburg right on the trail.
Newbies to the Katy Trail -- Suggestions for 2 or 3 days Riding/Lodging
- + We are planning a trip to ride the Katy Trail (husband & I) and probably would bike between 35 and 50 miles per day on hybrids. Hopefully, we could do 3 days but it may only be 2. Where to start on ...
Discussion started 06/22/2007 11:33 AM by K. Alexsis - 2 replies (last reply by El Toro at 06/23/2007 11:13 PM)K. Alexsis from Milwaukee on 06/22/2007 11:33 AM
We are planning a trip to ride the Katy Trail (husband & I) and probably would bike between 35 and 50 miles per day on hybrids. Hopefully, we could do 3 days but it may only be 2. Where to start on the trail (we will be coming by car from Milwaukee), lodging between trails, and shuttle services would be helpful. Since everyone says Rocheport is very scenic, would like to include that leg on our trip. Any other comments or sites/maps, suggestions would be appreciated.
hookedonbiking from MO on 06/22/2007 03:37 PM
Definately need to stop at Doty's in Hartsburg to eat. Great food, bike friendly, non-smoking, wonderful pie & cobbler. They're closed Sunday afternoon & Monday. For an overnight try the Globe Hotel. Old historic hotel that's now a B&B.
El Toro on 06/23/2007 11:13 PM
While I love all of the trail - each section has it's own charms and challenges - the 25 miles from Rocheport to Hartsburg is about as pretty as it gets in my opinion. I would definitely include that section in my plans. Lots of Lewis and Clark history along this section as well.
Have a great trip.
Treloar Bar & Grill (Treloar)
- + On June 22, 2007 the special for the day was "Sloppy Joe" sandwiches.The first one was so good I had to have another. The food was fantastic, and the owner was very friendly, we could have sat there a...
Discussion started 06/23/2007 09:23 PM by PJA - 0 repliesPJA from St. Louis MO. on 06/23/2007 09:23 PM
On June 22, 2007 the special for the day was "Sloppy Joe" sandwiches.The first one was so good I had to have another. The food was fantastic, and the owner was very friendly, we could have sat there all day and shot the breeze and drank cold adult beverages, but we had another 45 miles to ride.
PJA from St. Louis MO. on 06/23/2007 09:23 PM
On June 22, 2007 the special for the day was "Sloppy Joe" sandwiches.The first one was so good I had to have another. The food was fantastic, and the owner was very friendly, we could have sat there all day and shot the breeze and drank cold adult beverages, but we had another 45 miles to ride.
Hartsburg Inn (Hartsburg)
- + Best deal on the trail. Great place to stay!
Discussion started 06/06/2007 04:32 PM by SP - 1 reply (last reply by PJA at 06/23/2007 09:13 PM)SP from Jackson, MS on 06/06/2007 04:32 PM
Best deal on the trail. Great place to stay!
SP from Jackson, MS on 06/06/2007 04:32 PM
Best deal on the trail. Great place to stay!
PJA from St. Louis MO. on 06/23/2007 09:13 PM
Outstanding place to stay. The price is very good and the rooms are very clean and well furnished. Cath, the owner couldn't have been more friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend the Hartsburh Inn.
PJA from St. Louis MO. on 06/23/2007 09:13 PM
Outstanding place to stay. The price is very good and the rooms are very clean and well furnished. Cath, the owner couldn't have been more friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend the Hartsburh Inn.
Lunch Box Corner Deli (Pilot Grove)
- + We ate here last week. It's a small deli type place and was pretty good. The sandwiches are just like you would make at home, but it was all fresh and they pile on the meat. Prices are pretty good ...
Discussion started 10/12/2006 11:06 AM by Jason - 5 replies (last reply by PJA at 06/23/2007 09:06 PM)Jason from Huntsville, AL on 10/12/2006 11:06 AM
We ate here last week. It's a small deli type place and was pretty good. The sandwiches are just like you would make at home, but it was all fresh and they pile on the meat. Prices are pretty good too. Just be warned that if there is a crowd, they will usually wait on the locals first.
Jason from Huntsville, AL on 10/12/2006 11:06 AM
We ate here last week. It's a small deli type place and was pretty good. The sandwiches are just like you would make at home, but it was all fresh and they pile on the meat. Prices are pretty good too. Just be warned that if there is a crowd, they will usually wait on the locals first.
Kathy Ware from Nashville, TN on 10/17/2006 08:55 PM
My children and I really appreciated the friendly attitude of the lady in charge on an unusually hot day in early October. She even let the kids fill up their camelbacks in the kitchen with ice and cool water - this is exactly the experience I was hoping for - everyone should patronize the folks!!
Kathy Ware from Nashville, TN on 10/17/2006 08:55 PM
My children and I really appreciated the friendly attitude of the lady in charge on an unusually hot day in early October. She even let the kids fill up their camelbacks in the kitchen with ice and cool water - this is exactly the experience I was hoping for - everyone should patronize the folks!!
Jason from Huntsville, AL on 10/18/2006 02:04 PM
She was very friendly indeed. I think that her daughter worked there as well. We rode the KATY trail the first week of October and could not believe how hot it was...miserable. Still had a great time though!
Jason from Huntsville, AL on 10/18/2006 02:04 PM
She was very friendly indeed. I think that her daughter worked there as well. We rode the KATY trail the first week of October and could not believe how hot it was...miserable. Still had a great time though!
Brian from Wichita, KS on 10/23/2006 12:05 PM
A very good lunch at a good price, with friendly (but not overwhelming) conversation. Last week, I stopped & had a delicious "country ham" hoagie and homemade vegetable beef soup in a real (and real BIG) bowl. It hit the spot, especially since the ride that morning was cool & rainy. Highly recommended.
Brian from Wichita, KS on 10/23/2006 12:05 PM
A very good lunch at a good price, with friendly (but not overwhelming) conversation. Last week, I stopped & had a delicious "country ham" hoagie and homemade vegetable beef soup in a real (and real BIG) bowl. It hit the spot, especially since the ride that morning was cool & rainy. Highly recommended.
Les from Topeka, KS on 06/17/2007 10:20 PM
Rode from Sedalia to Rocheport and stoped here for lunch. The sandwiches were very good and so were the home made cookies. Very friendly staff. Easy to find less than a block from the trail head. Would stop here again.
Les from Topeka, KS on 06/17/2007 10:20 PM
Rode from Sedalia to Rocheport and stoped here for lunch. The sandwiches were very good and so were the home made cookies. Very friendly staff. Easy to find less than a block from the trail head. Would stop here again.
PJA from St. Louis MO. on 06/23/2007 09:06 PM
Great place for lunch. Close to the trail, friendly counter help and the prices are good.
PJA from St. Louis MO. on 06/23/2007 09:06 PM
Great place for lunch. Close to the trail, friendly counter help and the prices are good.
B & L Shuttle (Sedalia)
- + I am happy they are available anytime. I needed a very early pick up and they were there quickly and very reasonably priced!
Discussion started 06/21/2005 09:10 PM by Happy - 1 reply (last reply by PJA at 06/23/2007 09:02 PM)Happy from Sedalia on 06/21/2005 09:10 PM
I am happy they are available anytime. I needed a very early pick up and they were there quickly and very reasonably priced!
Happy from Sedalia on 06/21/2005 09:10 PM
I am happy they are available anytime. I needed a very early pick up and they were there quickly and very reasonably priced!
PJA from St. Louis MO. on 06/23/2007 09:02 PM
We had a very pleasent experience with the B&L Shuttle service on the evening of June 20, 2007. Bob met us at the train staion in Sedalia in his van with bike rack attached. He was prompt and checked on our progress a couple of times by cell phone during our train ride from Kirkwood Mo. to Sedalia. He drove us to our hotel in Clinton and helped unload our bikes. The price was right, Bob was friendly, and most of his jokes were good.
PJA from St. Louis MO. on 06/23/2007 09:02 PM
We had a very pleasent experience with the B&L Shuttle service on the evening of June 20, 2007. Bob met us at the train staion in Sedalia in his van with bike rack attached. He was prompt and checked on our progress a couple of times by cell phone during our train ride from Kirkwood Mo. to Sedalia. He drove us to our hotel in Clinton and helped unload our bikes. The price was right, Bob was friendly, and most of his jokes were good.
Scenic Cycles (Marthasville)
- + At present, Scenic Cycles is only open on Saturdays from 8 until 5.
Discussion started 06/23/2007 11:54 AM by Caltreceft - 0 repliesCaltreceft from St.L on 06/23/2007 11:54 AM
At present, Scenic Cycles is only open on Saturdays from 8 until 5.
Caltreceft from St.L on 06/23/2007 11:54 AM
At present, Scenic Cycles is only open on Saturdays from 8 until 5.
curtsey
- + I go riding on the trail everyday but on Saturday there is a lot of groups on the trail some of the Kids have no Ideal of trail curtsey
I have had three near misses of kids not moving over to the r...
Discussion started 06/23/2007 10:41 AM by Jack Chipley - 0 repliesJack Chipley from New franklin ,mo on 06/23/2007 10:41 AM
I go riding on the trail everyday but on Saturday there is a lot of groups on the trail some of the Kids have no Ideal of trail curtsey
I have had three near misses of kids not moving over to the right side of the trail
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Hartsburg
- + If we are planning to do a portion of the Katy Trail that involves a start from Hartsburg and then a stay in Rocheport for two nights, would we be able to leave the car in the parking lot at Hartsburg...
Discussion started 06/21/2007 09:51 PM by cubluejay - 1 reply (last reply by Trek Biker at 06/22/2007 08:53 AM)cubluejay from ellisville, mo on 06/21/2007 09:51 PM
If we are planning to do a portion of the Katy Trail that involves a start from Hartsburg and then a stay in Rocheport for two nights, would we be able to leave the car in the parking lot at Hartsburg for an extended period of time (approx 3 days?). If not at the trailhead parking lot then where might we be able to leave the car? Any help would be most appreciated!
Trek Biker from St. Joseph, MO on 06/22/2007 08:53 AM
I have left my car in the city parking lot.....north side of the main drag...for several days and found it to be a safe place. I would guess that the trailhead would be safe there too.
Boonville
- + Did anyone notice that the Economy Inn and the Dimple Inn both have the same phone number and it seems to have been disconntected.
Discussion started 06/19/2007 07:13 PM by robow7 - 2 replies (last reply by sharonbikes at 06/20/2007 05:35 PM)robow7 from Danville, IL on 06/19/2007 07:13 PM
Did anyone notice that the Economy Inn and the Dimple Inn both have the same phone number and it seems to have been disconntected.
Ray (webmaster) on 06/19/2007 10:26 PM
You're right, the Economy Inn became Dimple Inn, and it now appears to be out of business. Now marked as closed. Thanks for pointing this out!
sharonbikes from Kansas City on 06/20/2007 05:35 PM
The Dimple Inn is CLOSED?????? That is sad. I spent many a night at the Dimple on trail rides
and, while the rooms were tiny (by current standards), the beds comfy, the owners pleasant
and very accomodating and the price was certainly right (less than $30 as I recall). But, with
all the new name brand motels that have opened in Booneville in the last few years, it is not
surprising....hard for a small business to compete.
KATY Trail Bike Tour for Camp MoVal
- + This was a great ride, well-planned and lots of fun. The accomodations were air-conditioned and the food was teriffic. An especial thanks to Clairnel and Chuck for your support.
Discussion started 06/20/2007 10:52 AM by Judith - 0 repliesJudith from Joplin on 06/20/2007 10:52 AM
This was a great ride, well-planned and lots of fun. The accomodations were air-conditioned and the food was teriffic. An especial thanks to Clairnel and Chuck for your support.
Best Value Inn Summit Plaza (N. Jefferson)
- + I have stayed at the Best Value Inn hotel several times. I ride my bike up to the hotel but you take the country like road that is a 35 mph 2 lane road with a shoulder, that parrallels the highway 54,...
Discussion started 06/19/2007 08:34 PM by John - 0 repliesJohn on 06/19/2007 08:34 PM
I have stayed at the Best Value Inn hotel several times. I ride my bike up to the hotel but you take the country like road that is a 35 mph 2 lane road with a shoulder, that parrallels the highway 54, called summit drive. You DO NOT have to ride on the actual highway 54 as the web master says. Yes they also have a shuttle for those who are to tired to go any further from the trail head.
John on 06/19/2007 08:34 PM
I have stayed at the Best Value Inn hotel several times. I ride my bike up to the hotel but you take the country like road that is a 35 mph 2 lane road with a shoulder, that parrallels the highway 54, called summit drive. You DO NOT have to ride on the actual highway 54 as the web master says. Yes they also have a shuttle for those who are to tired to go any further from the trail head.
Birk's Gasthaus (Hermann)
- + After a 53-mile day at the trail, we were welcomed at Birk's guesthaus by Rick with a brownie, ice-cream, and fudge desert from the heavens! The house was huge, our room was very charming, the jacuzz...
Discussion started 06/19/2007 11:50 AM by Janete Eaker - 0 repliesJanete Eaker from Kansas City on 06/19/2007 11:50 AM
After a 53-mile day at the trail, we were welcomed at Birk's guesthaus by Rick with a brownie, ice-cream, and fudge desert from the heavens! The house was huge, our room was very charming, the jacuzzi was very refreshing, and breakfast was filling. Rick and Dianne were wonderful hosts. We will definetely be back in the fall with relatives.
Janete Eaker from Kansas City on 06/19/2007 11:50 AM
After a 53-mile day at the trail, we were welcomed at Birk's guesthaus by Rick with a brownie, ice-cream, and fudge desert from the heavens! The house was huge, our room was very charming, the jacuzzi was very refreshing, and breakfast was filling. Rick and Dianne were wonderful hosts. We will definetely be back in the fall with relatives.
planning my trip...2 days or 3?
- + I'm going to go solo from Machens to Clinton at beginning of August. I'm trying to plan my
camping stops and since they're spaced out pretty good, I need to have them picked out in
advance. ...
Discussion started 06/16/2007 09:20 PM by arlo - 1 reply (last reply by Trek Biker at 06/18/2007 09:24 PM)arlo from Wildwood on 06/16/2007 09:20 PM
I'm going to go solo from Machens to Clinton at beginning of August. I'm trying to plan my
camping stops and since they're spaced out pretty good, I need to have them picked out in
advance. Any thoughts on doing the trail in 2 days or 3? I'm an average biker, but I'm
relatively fit. I'm usually more in a conquering mode than a philosophical "hey, look at that
scenery" mode.
Trek Biker from St. Joseph, MO on 06/18/2007 09:24 PM
Sounds like you'd be better off doin it in two days beings you're fit and nonphilosophical. Hammer down Arlo!
Ride Amtrak from N. Jefferson to Sedalia
- + Would you recommend parking at N. Jefferson and taking the Amtrak from Jefferson City to Sedalia. Also, would two days be in order for the ride back, from Sedalia to N. Jefferson?? Trying to work out ...
Discussion started 06/18/2007 03:14 PM by suzanne - 2 replies (last reply by Trek Biker at 06/18/2007 09:08 PM)suzanne from columbus on 06/18/2007 03:14 PM
Would you recommend parking at N. Jefferson and taking the Amtrak from Jefferson City to Sedalia. Also, would two days be in order for the ride back, from Sedalia to N. Jefferson?? Trying to work out an "overnight stay" in Rocheport for this route. Any feedback is very much appreciated.
trinjboro from Jonesboro, AR on 06/18/2007 03:54 PM
I took the AMTRAK from Hermann to Sedalia in 2004. Rode from Sedalia to Columbia the first day and then on to Tebbetts the second. If you're in shape, Sedalia to Rocheport, then Rocheport to Jeff City should not be hard.
Trek Biker from St. Joseph, MO on 06/18/2007 09:08 PM
Most posters here don't recommend long term parking at the North Jefferson trailhead. I haven't done it and wouldn't either...not one to leave my car over nite in the middle of nowhere. If riding the Amtrak, why not leave your car at the Amtrak station? Yes....you'd have to ride across the bridge, but the Mighty MO is not so wide that it's unbearable.
That is a very doable ride....I've done it both ways Sedalia to Jeff and back, but camping at the Roundhouse in New Franklin. It's only 45 miles from North Jefferson to New Franklin and then 39 on to Sedalia. You can rent a tent and a spot to pitch it for less than $20 a nite. Not a bad deal if camping is your thing....take the thermarest to sleep on tho. When I made that trip a year ago, the campground owner let me leave the tent up for the return trip, so I only had to set the tent up and take it down once being he knew I was coming back through in couple of days.
With the low miles on this trip, you'll have plenty of time for trip to the Bistro on the bluff at Rocheport. Pasta and wine make for a good trip.
Scenic Cycles (Marthasville)
- + On our mid-June trek, we wanted to stop at Scenic Cycles, but as the information indicates,
the storefront where they originally were is quite empty. I also did not notice a shop between
Mart...
Discussion started 06/18/2007 12:47 PM by cleeland - 0 repliescleeland from St. Louis on 06/18/2007 12:47 PM
On our mid-June trek, we wanted to stop at Scenic Cycles, but as the information indicates,
the storefront where they originally were is quite empty. I also did not notice a shop between
Marthasville and Dutzow. I would advise those at Scenic Cycles to put up some signage near
the trail advertising its wares, as we definitely would have stopped.
cleeland from St. Louis on 06/18/2007 12:47 PM
On our mid-June trek, we wanted to stop at Scenic Cycles, but as the information indicates,
the storefront where they originally were is quite empty. I also did not notice a shop between
Marthasville and Dutzow. I would advise those at Scenic Cycles to put up some signage near
the trail advertising its wares, as we definitely would have stopped.
Choo Choos Frozen Custard & Camping (Marthasville)
- + I tried to book with Choo-Choos for a mid-June trek, and couldn't get any of the numbers to
connect. When we rode past Marthasville, Choo-Choos looked very closed with a "For Sale"
sign on it...
Discussion started 06/18/2007 12:43 PM by cleeland - 0 repliescleeland from St. Louis on 06/18/2007 12:43 PM
I tried to book with Choo-Choos for a mid-June trek, and couldn't get any of the numbers to
connect. When we rode past Marthasville, Choo-Choos looked very closed with a "For Sale"
sign on it.
cleeland from St. Louis on 06/18/2007 12:43 PM
I tried to book with Choo-Choos for a mid-June trek, and couldn't get any of the numbers to
connect. When we rode past Marthasville, Choo-Choos looked very closed with a "For Sale"
sign on it.