OCtandem from OC, CA on 8/9/2018 10:17:45 AM:
The area between Marthasville, Augusta,and Defiance has a lot of nice scenery, places to eat, places to stay, wineries, etc. Many are right on or very close to the trail (Augusta Brewing, Defiance Ridge Winery, the Tavern and Roadhouse in Defiance). It's fun to ride from one great spot to another, rather than just riding to a nice destination like Hermann. It depends on how far you want to ride.