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Jefferson City, Missouri near the Katy Trail

Population 39,636

Jefferson City, capitol of Missouri, is just across the Missouri River from the North Jefferson trailhead. Many Katy Trail riders take a side trip into Jefferson City to explore the many tourist attractions, or to take advantage of the wide selection of restaurants and hotels.

Jefferson City Visitors Bureau
573-632-2820

http://www.visitjeffersoncity.com/

Photo:Mo Dept Natural Resources

The Jefferson City Amtrak station is at 101 Jefferson St. This Amtrak route also makes stops at other towns near the Katy Trail: Sedalia, Hermann, and Washington. Bikes are allowed to be rolled-on to the trains, making Amtrak a popular option for Katy Trail travellers. For more details, see the Katy Trail Amtrak Guide.

Getting There

By trail: From the North Jefferson trailhead, follow the Katy Spur trail toward the capitol and to highway 54. This will lead you to the bridge - note that the bridge only has a bike lane on the northbound side (i.e. you will be riding against traffic going into the city). Also note that you will be riding right next to high speed (60 MPH) auto traffic. Some Jefferson City hotels offer shuttles to carry their guests across the bridge.

By car: From highway 70, take exit 148 (Kingdom City exit). Head south on highway 54.

This regional map includes Jefferson City, near the bottom.

Here's a link to Jefferson City Missouri on MapQuest

Jefferson City Lodging

Jefferson City bed & breakfasts are listed below. If you're not looking for a B&B, follow this link for Jefferson City MO Hotels and Motels.


Briar Rose Inn Bed & Breakfast	306 East Dunklin Street 573-338-0284	3 Suites w/ private bath Shuttle Service available from N. Jefferson Trailhead Well behaved children are welcome Pets: No Smoking: Outside only

Cliff Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn	722 Cliff Street 573-635-4208	Bike Rentals Shuttle Service from N. Jefferson Trailhead Pets: No Smoking: No See website for Katy Trail specials

Hotel Deville Online Reservations & Availability	319 West Miller Street 573-636-5231

Huber's Ferry Bed & Breakfast	27 Co. Road 501 877-454-2979	Smoking: No Pets: No (cat on premesis)

Jefferson City Bike Shops

Hartsburg Cycle Depot www.hartsburgcycledepot.com		2004 West Main 573-636-9599

J & D Bicycle Shop		610 Jefferson Street 573-635-4091

Red Wheel http://redwheelbikeshop.com/index.html		2701 West Edgewood 573-638-BIKE

Jefferson City Points of Interest

Missouri State Capitol	201 West Capitol Ave
Location of famous Thomas Hart Benton murals.

Governor's Mansion	100 Madison St. 573-751-7929 Open year-round except August & December
Constructed in 1871 as the official residence of Missouri's first family. Guided tours of the authentically restored first floor. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance.

Missouri Supreme Court	207 W. High St. 573-751-4144
Tour the 3-story French Renaissance court building with the spacious lobby and massive marble staircase. Schedule tours in advance.

Missouri Veterans' Memorial

Missouri Law Enforcement Memorial

Jefferson Landing State Historic Site	Jefferson Street and Capitol Avenue 573-751-3475
Historic Missouri River Landing and several historically significant buildings.

Missouri State Museum	201 West Capitol Ave (at State Capitol) 573-751-2854
Museum focusing on state history.

Museum of Missouri Military History	2007 Retention Drive 573-638-9603
Exhibits on Missouri's military history from 1808 to the present.

Cole County Historical Museum	109 Madison St. 573-635-1850 Open February-December
Historical artifacts and documents of Cole County housed in 1871 Federal style, 4-floor rowhouse.

Comments about Jefferson City from other riders

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Subject: Briar Rose Inn Bed & Breakfast (Jefferson City) Started: Jun 21 2008 12:51PM by J Chambers , Arnold, MD & W. Lafayette, IN
Briar Rose B&B. 29 May 2008. Biking with two teen age grandsons from Sedalia to St. Charles. This is a fine B&B. Randy and Jeanette were great hosts. Pick up at N. Jefferson Trail Head was easily done. Very nicely decorated B&B. Great breakfast. Highly recommended. We would stay there again.
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Subject: Jefferson City Bridge Started: Jun 4 2008 3:34PM by Pat , Fort Worth
We rode across the bridge into Jefferson City. The bike lane is wide and there was no problem at all. There is no need to walk across--just ride your bike like normal!
Replies: 1 (Last reply: Jun 15 2008 1:30PM by Bob Jenkins, Holts Summit: "I cross the bridge nearly every workday when I bik..." )	View This Topic

Subject: Bridge at Jefferson City Started: Jul 20 2004 10:06AM by R
What's the best route if one wanted to cross the bridge from north to south en route from the trailhead to the train station?
Replies: 13 (Last reply: May 30 2008 6:19PM)	View This Topic

Subject: Briar Rose Inn Bed & Breakfast (Jefferson City) Started: May 13 2008 9:49PM by Paul and Lynne Harris , Bedford, TX
EXCELLENT CHOICE! Thanks Jeanette and Randy for sharing your B&B with us. My husband and I, along with 2 other couples, chose this B&B after viewing the website. We were bicycling the Katy Trail and wanted more than just a hotel room. As it turned out, each couple had their own suite of rooms and private baths. Very, very spacious. Jeanette even had a pan of warm brownies waiting for us when we arrived. And the breakfast the next morning was outstanding. We were served eggs, bacon, biscuits and gravy, fresh fruit, juice, coffee, and more. We certainly did not leave hungry. We highly recommend this B&B to anyone travelling thru the area. It certainly ranks among the top B&B's we have stayed in. Thanks to Jeanette and Randy for your hospitality. We really enjoyed our stay with you.... View Full Comment
Replies: 3 (Last reply: May 16 2008 7:56AM by Randy, Jefferson City: "You do not have to take a shuttle across the bridg..." )	View This Topic

Subject: Jefferson City Started: Dec 1 2007 12:20PM by W. Hunter , Normal, IL
Rode the bridge in the rain during Thanksgiving. The Bike lane is only on one side of the road and so you have to drive facing traffic. a little intimidating. Okay, but certainly the least pleasant part of the whole Katy trail ride. However, Jefferson City has a lot of hotels and other services.
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Jefferson City, Missouri near the Katy Trail

Getting There

Jefferson City Lodging

Jefferson City Bike Shops

Jefferson City Points of Interest