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Casual rider from Burlington on 6/10/2025 4:00:31 PM:
I have never ridden any part of the katy trail. We will be in St Louis soon and I am looking for advice of where to start St Charles, Defiance...? Which way is more scenic to do a 20-30 mile out and back. Is there a spot you would recommend parking, and then which direction would you recommend going for a nice scenic view?
 
Bill in Columbia (was Houston) on 6/10/2025 4:29:14 PM:
Both St Charles and Defiance have nice places to park and to grab a snack after riding. Between the two, I'd probably start in Defiance and head west.
 
Gary from Near Tebbetts on 6/10/2025 4:29:46 PM:
1) St. Charles to Dutzow and back (with a stop in at Blumenhoff winery in Dutzow explore towns along the way.

2) Dutzow to Mackittrick/Herman area and back check out restaurants in Hermann and along the way.

The adventure is in finding those unique treasures along the trail.
 
Bill in Columbia (was Houston) on 6/10/2025 4:56:01 PM:
Certain places are trail legends. Loutre Market is not to be missed if you're in the McK/Hermann metroplex. :) Hot food, cold beverages. Bikers to chat with.
 
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