Klondike Park in Augusta
- + Took the boy scouts on the Katy Trail and camped at Klondike. Park was great, HOWEVER, they do NOT tell you that you have to bring your own wood and the Ranger was quite obnoxious about it!
Discussion started 09/18/2011 04:43 PM by Kelley - 4 replies (last reply by kevin at 09/21/2011 01:23 PM)Kelley from High Ridge on 09/18/2011 04:43 PM
Took the boy scouts on the Katy Trail and camped at Klondike. Park was great, HOWEVER, they do NOT tell you that you have to bring your own wood and the Ranger was quite obnoxious about it!
justsayin from KC on 09/18/2011 08:45 PM
You should have your Second Class rank pulled. Remember, it carries the Boy Scout Motto, "Be Prepared". Sounds like you weren't and assumed you could take what you forgot and didn't belong to you.
Anonymous on 09/19/2011 01:38 PM
But everywhere you go they are telling you not to carry firewood from one place to another, due to ash borers. mh ia
Trek on 09/19/2011 03:13 PM
Missouri Dept. of Conservation will sure tell you that. I think Klondike is a County park. Maybe there are no ash trees in the park.
kevin from Jefferson City on 09/21/2011 01:23 PM
Carrying your firewood from St. Charles to St. Charles is not a problem. If there were invasive insects in the area, they'd eventually make it to Klondike park.
The big reason behind not moving firewood is to keep people from bringing firewood from, say, their campground in Minnesota or Illinois down to Missouri, or from southeast Missouri to St. Louis.
According to dontmovefirewood.org, moving firewood 10-15 miles is probably not too risky. Moving it 50 miles is.
river levels affect the trail??
- + I've never ridden the Katy trail before, but my cousin from Washington state will be riding from KC to STL this week. He also has never ridden it, and he asked me if the current river levels affect t...
Discussion started 09/21/2011 11:13 AM by Greg - 1 reply (last reply by kevin at 09/21/2011 01:12 PM)Greg from Ballwin, MO on 09/21/2011 11:13 AM
I've never ridden the Katy trail before, but my cousin from Washington state will be riding from KC to STL this week. He also has never ridden it, and he asked me if the current river levels affect the trail at all? Can anyone shed light on this question? Thanks!!
kevin from Jefferson City on 09/21/2011 01:12 PM
Water levels along the Missouri have been dropping for a month. You shouldn't have any problems. Even during the high water times this summer, only a few short areas were affected by the water.
Looks like a great week for a ride.
McBaine water shut off
- + As of 9/21/11, the water has been shut off at the McBaine trailhead until further notice, due to a watermain leak.
Discussion started 09/21/2011 09:46 AM by Ray (webmaster) - 0 repliesRay (webmaster) on 09/21/2011 09:46 AM
As of 9/21/11, the water has been shut off at the McBaine trailhead until further notice, due to a watermain leak.
Rocheport Cultural Website
- + Discover the activities, events, recreation, history, architecture, unusual phenomena, current news, photos and culture of Rocheport. This is an informative and interesting website about Rocheport.Go ...
Discussion started 09/21/2011 09:23 AM - 0 repliesAnonymous on 09/21/2011 09:23 AM
Discover the activities, events, recreation, history, architecture, unusual phenomena, current news, photos and culture of Rocheport. This is an informative and interesting website about Rocheport.
Go to www.RocheportMissouri.com
St. Charles Trailhead in St Charles
- + We have heard rumors that they are opening a building that will have showers. We would be interested, because after our ride we would like to clean up before shopping or eating a nice meal.
Discussion started 09/20/2011 12:21 PM by Mary - 0 repliesMary from Sedalia on 09/20/2011 12:21 PM
We have heard rumors that they are opening a building that will have showers. We would be interested, because after our ride we would like to clean up before shopping or eating a nice meal.
Our Katy Trail Trip
- + This was my first ride of the Katy Trail from Sedilia to St. Charles. This trip was dedicated to the Relay for Life, raising funds locally for this purpose. Please check our the website and our expe...
Discussion started 09/19/2011 10:49 PM by Karen Largent - 0 repliesKaren Largent from Sullivan MO on 09/19/2011 10:49 PM
This was my first ride of the Katy Trail from Sedilia to St. Charles. This trip was dedicated to the Relay for Life, raising funds locally for this purpose. Please check our the website and our experience at www.karenscorp.com/katy I can't wait to do it again!
Wilton
- + Bob and Maggie are grand folks and I visit them each time I ride the Katy. A small store in a tiny hamlet---but worth the stop. Maggie or Bob will be pleased to help you enjoy your trip.
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Bob and Maggie are grand folks and I visit them each time I ride the Katy. A small store in a tiny hamlet---but worth the stop. Maggie or Bob will be pleased to help you enjoy your trip.
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Hermann
- + The city park is great and the town is worth the side trip to see it. Friendly people and grand sights. I never miss it when on the trail.
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The city park is great and the town is worth the side trip to see it. Friendly people and grand sights. I never miss it when on the trail.
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Getting across the bridge
- + We're taking the train to Washington on Saturday, November 5 and biking to Hermann. Is there a cab co. that can haul two recumbents (plus 2 humans) across the river? We're not staying in town, so a sh...
Discussion started 09/15/2011 09:06 PM by Lisa - 5 replies (last reply by Doug at 09/18/2011 06:40 PM)Lisa from Boonville on 09/15/2011 09:06 PM
We're taking the train to Washington on Saturday, November 5 and biking to Hermann. Is there a cab co. that can haul two recumbents (plus 2 humans) across the river? We're not staying in town, so a shuttle from a B&B is probably out! We'd gladly hitch a ride in the back of someone's truck.
Colorado Riders from Fruita, CO on 09/16/2011 07:12 PM
We used a taxi service years ago when we made a similar trip. Check out Millennium Taxi--(636) 432-1700 ?was listed on the web.
Brad from Pea Ridge / Versailles on 09/16/2011 11:25 PM
Maybe use the power of social media like this forum to find others crossing the bridge on that day? The bridge is old, narrow, and with tons of big city traffic, but a group of bikers crossing would be safe where one or two might not.
Doug from Bluffton on 09/17/2011 11:05 AM
How about an ad on Craigslist for a ride wanted? Make an offer and see if someone local responds. Just be sure they understand what a recumbent is. I have had excellent luck with rides offered in the past.
Anonymous on 09/18/2011 05:05 PM
New bridge over river. OK to ride across now but double check with MODOT
Doug from Bluffton on 09/18/2011 06:40 PM
When did this new bridge get built? Over the weekend? You must be thinking of the bridge at Hermann. It's the only new bridge over the Missouri river. There is a new pedestrian/bike lane over the river at Jefferson City but not a new bridge. The bridge at Washington is not easy to ride across but it's the highway on the north side of the river there that is awful to try to ride. NO SHOULDER and fast traffic. Far better to find a shuttle.
how do i get to the katy trail from south county
- + Hi i live in south county not sure how to get to the Katy Trail and where it actually starts? HELP
Discussion started 09/17/2011 02:21 PM by jean - 1 reply (last reply by MidSouth at 09/17/2011 07:24 PM)jean from st louis on 09/17/2011 02:21 PM
Hi i live in south county not sure how to get to the Katy Trail and where it actually starts? HELP
MidSouth from Rogersville, Mo on 09/17/2011 07:24 PM
Google map 'Frontier Park' in St. Charles. That will put you right on the trail.
Two-day stretch
- + We're only going to have a couple of days to spend on the trail. Which stretch of the trail would you suggest we ride?
Discussion started 09/03/2011 09:47 AM by Molly Plantz - 4 replies (last reply by KCSkeeter at 09/16/2011 09:36 PM)Molly Plantz from Indianapolis on 09/03/2011 09:47 AM
We're only going to have a couple of days to spend on the trail. Which stretch of the trail would you suggest we ride?
Julie from Lee's Summit, MO on 09/04/2011 05:04 PM
I would choose to go between Rocheport & Jefferson City. It's a scenic area. I haven't been there this year, so I'm not sure what the conditions are like, with the flooding and all. Have a great trip!
Julie
Molly Plantz from Indianapolis on 09/04/2011 08:17 PM
Thanks, Julie, I appreciate the suggestion. So is there anyone out there who can tell me the condition of the trail between Rocheport and Jefferson City?
Anonymous on 09/04/2011 09:56 PM
I agree. I don't know specific conditions at the moment, but I think the 25 miles from Rocheport to Hartsburg is one of the prettiest sections of the KATY.
KCSkeeter from Cass County, MO on 09/16/2011 09:36 PM
We just rode the trail for the first time from Rocheport east to the 159 mile marker on Thursday, 9/15, and found the trail in good shape. A few rough spots, a pot hole here and there and some puddles but nothing unreasonable. Considering the proximity to the river, it was in great shape. More tree coverage than we were expecting, so take a light jacket & some gloves. Can't wait to go back when the leaves start changing!!!
Trailside Bar & Grill in Rhineland
- + We planned to stop here on our third day of riding, which was a Monday. They closed at 2pm. We had to ride four additional miles to a grocery store down on Highway 19. Be prepared if coming through on...
Discussion started 09/15/2011 11:25 PM by Scott C. - 2 replies (last reply by Anon at 09/16/2011 09:00 PM)Scott C. from Troy MO on 09/15/2011 11:25 PM
We planned to stop here on our third day of riding, which was a Monday. They closed at 2pm. We had to ride four additional miles to a grocery store down on Highway 19. Be prepared if coming through on a Monday...I am not sure if they close early on every Monday, but it was quite disheartening to see the place closed when we pushed hard to get to Rhineland to eat...
justsayin from KC on 09/16/2011 06:41 AM
Consider yourself lucky. Many places are closed on Mondays along the trail.
Remember, a lack of planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on my part. Or a crisis or a problem etc. You're disheartened because you let yourself down.
Anon on 09/16/2011 09:00 PM
Yeah. And their food is fairly good too. But this happens all the time even tho this cafe is good about being open. Don't be too disappointed. It's all part of this trail's experience.
The simplest/best overall plan is to carry your own emegency/energy food, and then tank-up at whatever is open when you passby there. :)
The Pilot Grove Bed and Breakfast in Pilot Grove
- + 5 of us stayed in the Pilot Grove B&B. Delores was awesome, the place we clean, laundry facilities were great, indoor bike storage, an awesome breakfast - plenty of food for 5 men, and great conversat...
Discussion started 09/15/2011 11:14 PM by Scott C. - 1 reply (last reply by Pam at 09/16/2011 12:55 PM)Scott C. from Troy MO on 09/15/2011 11:14 PM
5 of us stayed in the Pilot Grove B&B. Delores was awesome, the place we clean, laundry facilities were great, indoor bike storage, an awesome breakfast - plenty of food for 5 men, and great conversation. I would recommend this B&B to anyone!
Pam from Independence on 09/16/2011 12:55 PM
Delores is a gem. Wonderful place to stay also. Very homey!!
Super 8 Washington MO
- + I would highly recommend this hotel to everyone who comes this way.It's clean, comfortable and the staff treats you like family. A wonderful overnight stop.
Discussion started 09/06/2011 07:24 AM by Robin Mundt - 1 reply (last reply by justbreathe at 09/15/2011 04:42 PM)Robin Mundt from Tulsa, OK on 09/06/2011 07:24 AM
I would highly recommend this hotel to everyone who comes this way.It's clean, comfortable and the staff treats you like family. A wonderful overnight stop.
justbreathe from st. louis on 09/15/2011 04:42 PM
I have to agree! We stayed there this past weekend and will use this hotel again on our Katy Trail Trip! The room was quiet and the bed was comfortable! Front desk staff was helpful and the chocolate chip cookies are a nice touch!
camping
- + Can anyone suggest a good place to camp around the Hartsburg area?
Discussion started 09/14/2011 09:18 PM by Molly - 1 reply (last reply by SteveK at 09/14/2011 09:58 PM)Molly from Indianapolis on 09/14/2011 09:18 PM
Can anyone suggest a good place to camp around the Hartsburg area?
SteveK from saint louis, MO on 09/14/2011 09:58 PM
Molly, Volunteer Park is a very small park right on the trail in Hartsburg that you can camp at. It has a Gazebo that you can set up under. American Legion Park, which is a mostly a softball field, located south of the trail is another possiblity in Hartsburg.
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Tebbetts dining options
- + We will be staying in Tebbetts on Tuesday Sept 20. As I understand it, there are no options for dining in town. Can anyone suggest a grocery stop on the way from Rocheport to Tebbetts?.Thanks in adva...
Discussion started 09/02/2011 08:58 AM by ChuckM - 10 replies (last reply by Lynda at 09/14/2011 02:27 PM)ChuckM from Houston on 09/02/2011 08:58 AM
We will be staying in Tebbetts on Tuesday Sept 20. As I understand it, there are no options for dining in town. Can anyone suggest a grocery stop on the way from Rocheport to Tebbetts?.
Thanks in advance,
Chuck
Anon on 09/02/2011 03:11 PM
Some of the campgrounds there carry a few supplies: Katfish Kates, Coopers Landing, Wilton Store. Might want to get your stuff before starting out.
Gary Near from Tebbetts on 09/02/2011 09:53 PM
There are several places in Jefferson City, a short side trip from the trail and easy to get to now that there is a bridge bicycle/pedestrian path addition. Paddy Malones, Aris Pizza, Madison Cafe, and Prison Brews to name just a few.
Billy from Mokane. on 09/02/2011 10:02 PM
Stay on the trail and eat at Dotty's in Hartsburg.
ChuckM from Houston on 09/12/2011 08:46 AM
Thanks for the suggestions. What is the best way to get into Jefferson City. On the map it looks like a nightmarish highway cloverleaf is the only route into town from the trail.
Chuck
Anonymous on 09/12/2011 10:22 AM
Naw. Take the southbound spur just a few yards west of the trailhead to Airport Road (or whatever that road is called now). Then go east to cross the mentioned bridge. The business district is a block or two SSW from the Capitol bldg.
Pam from Independence on 09/12/2011 01:31 PM
Take the Greenway into town. It has signs marked to follow. The bridge now has a bike/pedestrian lane on the side of the bridge. Follow the ramp up and you can cross into Jeff City
Cathy from Jefferson City on 09/13/2011 01:36 AM
Pam is so right. Just look and you will see the trail from the North Jefferson Trailhead to the new pedestrian/bike path marked. If you want to see a video of the new pedestrian /bike path go to www.bethehistory.com and click on the "In 100 years" link. The video will not win an academy award or any spelling bee trophies but hey , I had fun making it. The bridge over the Missouri River at Jejjerson city is now safe and enjoyable for all. It is so safe that a few days ago I met a little old lady who had tone in her late 70s, in a wheelchair with her care giver on the bridge.
ChuckM from Houston on 09/13/2011 08:06 AM
Cool video Cathy. So up the winding ramp is how you access the bridge? Its hard to tell from the video but is there enough room for a tandem bicycle to make the turns on the ramp?
Cathy from Jefferson City on 09/13/2011 11:00 PM
Chuck, I don't know the answer to Your question. I hope someone else can answer it.
Lynda from Wichita, Ks on 09/14/2011 02:27 PM
Dotty's is a great place to eat. But, they are only open Wed thru Sun 7 am to 2 pm.
Katyrest Caboose in Hartsburg
- + I stayed at the caboose last Friday during a cycling trip and I was not disappointed. The accommodations were exactly what I needed, Bill was very friendly and Hartsburg is a great stop. I can't recom...
Discussion started 09/14/2011 01:16 PM by Sean - 0 repliesSean from Lees Summit on 09/14/2011 01:16 PM
I stayed at the caboose last Friday during a cycling trip and I was not disappointed. The accommodations were exactly what I needed, Bill was very friendly and Hartsburg is a great stop. I can't recommend it more.
Wilton Store
- + I biked from Jeff City to McBaine and back Sunday and found a new gem on the trail. There's a faded overgrown sign at Wilton that says there's a store just off the trail. I'd seen the sign before bu...
Discussion started 09/13/2011 11:00 AM by Brad Patton - 1 reply (last reply by Cathy at 09/13/2011 10:58 PM)Brad Patton from Pea Ridge AR / Versailles MO on 09/13/2011 11:00 AM
I biked from Jeff City to McBaine and back Sunday and found a new gem on the trail. There's a faded overgrown sign at Wilton that says there's a store just off the trail. I'd seen the sign before but it always looked like a gamble.
Let me tell you that the store there is for real. Modern it was not, but it had lots of atmosphere, cold drinks, and friendly service.
Cathy from Jefferson City on 09/13/2011 10:58 PM
I'm so glad to see someone mention that little store. To me that kind of place makes the Katy Trail so much fun. The couple who own the store are Native American. They are mentioned in the Katy Trail book. The lady did illustrations of birds and maybe plants for a book about nature along the trail. I like the jewelry she makes.
- + HelloMy wife and i are looking to backpack the kt can any one tell give an idea as to the miles between tows a rough guide would do and is it to hot to hike the trail in Aug
Discussion started 09/08/2011 08:48 AM - 3 replies (last reply by anonymous at 09/13/2011 04:18 AM)Anonymous on 09/08/2011 08:48 AM
Hello
My wife and i are looking to backpack the kt can any one tell give an idea as to the miles between tows a rough guide would do and is it to hot to hike the trail in Aug
Pistolero45 from Columbia on 09/08/2011 11:02 AM
The mileage chart on this web site will give you an accurate mileage count between towns.
GaryR from St. Louis, MO on 09/09/2011 08:29 PM
August is not the best time to be backpacking the Katy Trail unless you like sleeping naked on top of your pad, sweating and praying for a breeze. The end of August starts to see some cooling. Wait until October for the change of seasons and the wineries' October fests, or at least until mid-September for cooler and less humid weather.
Anonymous on 09/13/2011 04:18 AM
Hello to Gary & Pistolero thank you for your answers to our questions we will look again and decide when to come.