Katy Trail Shelter (Tebbetts)
- + We have heard of one cyclist who had a bad experience at the hostel: loud, drunk non-cycling hostel guests who kept him awake most of the night with their fighting, vomiting, yelling, etc. Apparently...
Discussion started 08/23/2004 01:45 PM by Ray (webmaster) - 5 replies (last reply by JasonA at 10/15/2008 06:02 PM)Ray (webmaster) on 08/23/2004 01:45 PM
We have heard of one cyclist who had a bad experience at the hostel: loud, drunk non-cycling hostel guests who kept him awake most of the night with their fighting, vomiting, yelling, etc. Apparently there is no supervision of guests, so it is up to the guests themselves to regulate their behavior. Hopefully this was just an isolated incident. If you've stayed at the Tebbetts hostel, please feel free to "Add Your Reply" and share your experience, good or bad.
Ray (webmaster) on 08/23/2004 01:45 PM
We have heard of one cyclist who had a bad experience at the hostel: loud, drunk non-cycling hostel guests who kept him awake most of the night with their fighting, vomiting, yelling, etc. Apparently there is no supervision of guests, so it is up to the guests themselves to regulate their behavior. Hopefully this was just an isolated incident. If you've stayed at the Tebbetts hostel, please feel free to "Add Your Reply" and share your experience, good or bad.
Ray (webmaster) on 08/23/2004 01:45 PM
We have heard of one cyclist who had a bad experience at the hostel: loud, drunk non-cycling hostel guests who kept him awake most of the night with their fighting, vomiting, yelling, etc. Apparently there is no supervision of guests, so it is up to the guests themselves to regulate their behavior. Hopefully this was just an isolated incident. If you've stayed at the Tebbetts hostel, please feel free to "Add Your Reply" and share your experience, good or bad.
TR in Jonesboro from Jonesboro, AR on 09/02/2004 12:47 PM
Stayed there two nights in April. No problem with anything, in fact it was an extremely pleasant experience. The shelter has hot, running water, showers, and heat and air. It is sparten, but very clean and comfortable.
TR in Jonesboro from Jonesboro, AR on 09/02/2004 12:47 PM
Stayed there two nights in April. No problem with anything, in fact it was an extremely pleasant experience. The shelter has hot, running water, showers, and heat and air. It is sparten, but very clean and comfortable.
TR in Jonesboro from Jonesboro, AR on 09/02/2004 12:47 PM
Stayed there two nights in April. No problem with anything, in fact it was an extremely pleasant experience. The shelter has hot, running water, showers, and heat and air. It is sparten, but very clean and comfortable.
Dan and Jamie A from St Louis, MO on 10/28/2004 10:18 AM
We stayed at the shelter and had a very nice time. The room is warm the beds just right (if you have a sleeping bag) and the town's people are very friendly. Try the pizza next door at Jim's.
Dan and Jamie A from St Louis, MO on 10/28/2004 10:18 AM
We stayed at the shelter and had a very nice time. The room is warm the beds just right (if you have a sleeping bag) and the town's people are very friendly. Try the pizza next door at Jim's.
Dan and Jamie A from St Louis, MO on 10/28/2004 10:18 AM
We stayed at the shelter and had a very nice time. The room is warm the beds just right (if you have a sleeping bag) and the town's people are very friendly. Try the pizza next door at Jim's.
roadlitter from Alabama on 03/22/2005 04:58 PM
Yep, had a couple of dudes stumble in about 2:00am, loud, overbearing, etc. I informed them, get control of themself, or I would (and two friends) would tear their heads off. Soon, the youngins' settled in and all rested well. Kudzu kid.
roadlitter from Alabama on 03/22/2005 04:58 PM
Yep, had a couple of dudes stumble in about 2:00am, loud, overbearing, etc. I informed them, get control of themself, or I would (and two friends) would tear their heads off. Soon, the youngins' settled in and all rested well. Kudzu kid.
roadlitter from Alabama on 03/22/2005 04:58 PM
Yep, had a couple of dudes stumble in about 2:00am, loud, overbearing, etc. I informed them, get control of themself, or I would (and two friends) would tear their heads off. Soon, the youngins' settled in and all rested well. Kudzu kid.
Bruce from O'Fallon, IL on 09/06/2007 05:57 PM
Stayed there over the Labor Day weekend, Sunday eve, and had the place to myself. The log book indicated heavy use in May and June w/ one in Aug. With the place to myself, I locked the front door so nobody would enter late at night. The way I saw it, the place is a shelter for cyclists and they can't ride the trail after dark anyway. The only place in town for food is the bar next door. I got a good ham sandwich there, but I'm not fond of smoking and the other patrons were so that detracted as expected. The bar is very redneck too w/ Confederate and redneck items for sale.
Bruce from O'Fallon, IL on 09/06/2007 05:57 PM
Stayed there over the Labor Day weekend, Sunday eve, and had the place to myself. The log book indicated heavy use in May and June w/ one in Aug. With the place to myself, I locked the front door so nobody would enter late at night. The way I saw it, the place is a shelter for cyclists and they can't ride the trail after dark anyway. The only place in town for food is the bar next door. I got a good ham sandwich there, but I'm not fond of smoking and the other patrons were so that detracted as expected. The bar is very redneck too w/ Confederate and redneck items for sale.
Bruce from O'Fallon, IL on 09/06/2007 05:57 PM
Stayed there over the Labor Day weekend, Sunday eve, and had the place to myself. The log book indicated heavy use in May and June w/ one in Aug. With the place to myself, I locked the front door so nobody would enter late at night. The way I saw it, the place is a shelter for cyclists and they can't ride the trail after dark anyway. The only place in town for food is the bar next door. I got a good ham sandwich there, but I'm not fond of smoking and the other patrons were so that detracted as expected. The bar is very redneck too w/ Confederate and redneck items for sale.
JasonA from Omaha, NE on 10/15/2008 06:02 PM
Stayed there Saturday night, along with a family of five. They took the upstairs, I took the downstairs, and we got along just fine. Plenty of hot water made for a nice shower to get the trail dust off. Missy's was closed, so I ate at Jim's Bar & Grille. The menu is frozen hamburgers or frozen pizza. I had a pizza, it was enough for me plus a couple slices left over for breakfast. The bar closes at 8 on Saturdays so there wouldn't be any problem with drunken folks -- but I locked up at night just to be sure. Highly recommended.
JasonA from Omaha, NE on 10/15/2008 06:02 PM
Stayed there Saturday night, along with a family of five. They took the upstairs, I took the downstairs, and we got along just fine. Plenty of hot water made for a nice shower to get the trail dust off. Missy's was closed, so I ate at Jim's Bar & Grille. The menu is frozen hamburgers or frozen pizza. I had a pizza, it was enough for me plus a couple slices left over for breakfast. The bar closes at 8 on Saturdays so there wouldn't be any problem with drunken folks -- but I locked up at night just to be sure. Highly recommended.
JasonA from Omaha, NE on 10/15/2008 06:02 PM
Stayed there Saturday night, along with a family of five. They took the upstairs, I took the downstairs, and we got along just fine. Plenty of hot water made for a nice shower to get the trail dust off. Missy's was closed, so I ate at Jim's Bar & Grille. The menu is frozen hamburgers or frozen pizza. I had a pizza, it was enough for me plus a couple slices left over for breakfast. The bar closes at 8 on Saturdays so there wouldn't be any problem with drunken folks -- but I locked up at night just to be sure. Highly recommended.
North Jefferson Trailhead (N. Jefferson)
- + If you are coming from Clinton and heading to St. Charles, you better fill your water at this trail head. Trailheads with water become more scarce after Jeff City.
Discussion started 09/24/2006 08:00 PM by JD - 1 reply (last reply by JasonA at 10/15/2008 05:56 PM)JD from Joplin on 09/24/2006 08:00 PM
If you are coming from Clinton and heading to St. Charles, you better fill your water at this trail head. Trailheads with water become more scarce after Jeff City.
JD from Joplin on 09/24/2006 08:00 PM
If you are coming from Clinton and heading to St. Charles, you better fill your water at this trail head. Trailheads with water become more scarce after Jeff City.
JasonA from Omaha, NE on 10/15/2008 05:56 PM
A light pressure on the water fountain button is all you need, otherwise you'll get a bath!
JasonA from Omaha, NE on 10/15/2008 05:56 PM
A light pressure on the water fountain button is all you need, otherwise you'll get a bath!
the best B &B's to stay along the trail?
- + My wife and I will be spending our honeymoon biking the entire katy trail from clinton to st. charles...what are the best bed & breakfasts' to stay at along the trail? Is there anything else we shoul...
Discussion started 10/13/2008 06:01 PM by jmhmountainbiker - 11 replies (last reply by Bubink at 10/15/2008 11:25 AM)jmhmountainbiker from Hays, KS on 10/13/2008 06:01 PM
My wife and I will be spending our honeymoon biking the entire katy trail from clinton to st. charles...what are the best bed & breakfasts' to stay at along the trail? Is there anything else we should know before we leave this friday 10.17.08...
MAH from Blue Springs, MO on 10/13/2008 07:21 PM
If you don't already have reservations at your planned stops, call and make sure you will be able to as October is a busy month on the Katy. Sure wouldn't want to be on your honeymoon and not have a place to stay!
That said, some of my favorites (although there are many more I've never stayed at). In Sedalia, not a B&B but the Hotel Frederick is very nice, historic and charming. Jeff city...Cliff Manor would get definitely get my vote..historic, very nice, awesom breakfast and Thom is great host. Rhineland...the Doll House is always a good stay....not elegant or fancy, but right on the trail, food across the highway and Amanda is a wonderful hostess with great breakfast.
In Augusta, the Red Brick Inn is super...pricy but worth every penny and even a hot tub in the gazebo out back.
Congratulations and enjoy the ride!
Arkie on 10/13/2008 07:24 PM
Jefferson City-Briar Rose
Rhineland-Doll House
Augusta-Red Brick Inn
All top notch and run by the nicest people you could ever hope to meet.
Trek on 10/13/2008 08:00 PM
The Hotel Bothwell is in Sedalia and its counterpart, The Hotel Frederick is in Boonville....both are nice as is Rivercene just across the Missouri river north of Boonville. Birks in Hermann is a good stop along with Hermann Hill. Hermann Hill B&B or their "cottages" would be good for the honeymooner.
Dick Gabrriel from Marietta, GA on 10/13/2008 08:52 PM
We rode the trail last month, and I would second previous comments: don't miss Hotel Bothwell in Sedalia and Frederick Hotel in Boonville--both beatifully restored hotels from the early 1900's. The Globe in Hartsburg would be a close second. If one of your nights is in the Rhineland/Bluffton area, stay at Randleman's B&B. (Rocheport also has some places that look really neat on the website, but we did not stay in Rocheport so I can't make a personal recommendation).
Dick Gabrriel from Marietta, GA on 10/13/2008 08:56 PM
Forgot to add: there are a LOT of neat places in Hermann, a bit too pricy for me, but you only honeymoon ONCE--so it would probably be worth it!
Trek on 10/14/2008 11:48 AM
On your anything else to know question.....many of the businesses are closed on Monday. You may want to use this site to help you plan your stops so you don't find yourself hungry with nothing open. We usually carry food and water to get us by just in case.
jmhmountainbiker from Hays, KS on 10/14/2008 01:19 PM
thank you all for your wonderful input! we can't wait to start the ride! Friday can't come any sooner! this site is wonderful for planning a ride on the katy trail! kudos to you all!!!
Craig from KC on 10/14/2008 02:24 PM
The Sedalia House B&B is also a nice alternative in Sedalia. It is in a quiet country location right outside of Sedalia, but not far from two different trailheads. The owners are very accomodating and even have a special just for us cyclists. I got to their website from the "towns and services" section. Just something else to consider. Oh, and yes, this is a great resourse to go to when planning a trip on the KATY!
MAH from Blue Springs, MO on 10/14/2008 05:09 PM
Oops...on my earlier post, I did mean the Bothwell in Sedalia. I've never stayed at the Frederick in Boonville.
Mrs. Murphy from Bakersfield, MO on 10/15/2008 02:02 AM
We just spent our honeymoon in Hermann, MO, at the Heritage Inn B&B. The Gold Room is the way to go - no window but you don't hear the trains at night either. Gourmet breakfasts were delicious.
Bubink from Omaha on 10/15/2008 11:25 AM
We rode the Katy last month and two places REALLY stand out. The Hotel Frederick is a beautifully restored hotel. Great staff, gorgeous rooms and right on the trail. The other place I can not recommend enough is the Inn at Hermannhoff in Herman. AMAZING rooms with king size canopy beds, heated bathroom floors, a fireplace in both the bedroom AND the bathroom, a WONDERFUL German breakfast each morning, furnishings that are indescribable AND wine with your room!! Probably one of the best places I have ever stayed!
When in Boonville
- + Some Boonville tips. If you are staying, or might stay, at either the Holiday Inn Express or
Comfort Inn and are coming from the west, don't ride all the way into town. There is a cutoff
at ...
Discussion started 10/15/2008 10:38 AM by Miles Coiner - 0 repliesMiles Coiner from Boston, MA on 10/15/2008 10:38 AM
Some Boonville tips. If you are staying, or might stay, at either the Holiday Inn Express or
Comfort Inn and are coming from the west, don't ride all the way into town. There is a cutoff
at the Boonville Community Services bulletin board about two miles before you get to the
depot. It takes you along a ridge to the motels. We stayed at the Holiday Inn and it was very
good. In the morning we rode back to where we left the trail. In Boonville coffee lovers
should be aware of Taylor's Bake Shop, a block off the trail on Morgan St. Their espresso is
excellent, and I mean really excellent! Riding from Sedalia to Jeff City we had trouble in
September with trailhead water stops being shut off. What's up with services on the trail?
St. Charles to Machens Not To Open This Fall
- + See the article on stltoday.com website regarding the Katy Trail extension between St. Charles and Machens.
http://www.stltoday.com/stltoday/news/stories.nsf/stcharles/story/54CC3C30E64B8FDE862...
Discussion started 10/14/2008 09:30 PM by John - 0 repliesJohn from Los Angeles on 10/14/2008 09:30 PM
See the article on stltoday.com website regarding the Katy Trail extension between St. Charles and Machens.
http://www.stltoday.com/stltoday/news/stories.nsf/stcharles/story/54CC3C30E64B8FDE862574DD000C0F6C?OpenDocument
State Fairgrounds October 21st?
- + Anyone know if the fairgrounds shower will still be in operation that late in October? I have
looked at the missouri state fair website and in the past the person answering the phone was
shor...
Discussion started 10/14/2008 08:19 PM by Robert - 0 repliesRobert from columbia on 10/14/2008 08:19 PM
Anyone know if the fairgrounds shower will still be in operation that late in October? I have
looked at the missouri state fair website and in the past the person answering the phone was
short on answers.
Thanks,
Tebbetts Trailhead (Tebbetts)
- + We found a small store, Missy's Mart, that has been opened for only about a year, located before the trailhead just off the trail along 94. Not a lot of food, but microwave mac and cheese helped my hu...
Discussion started 09/12/2008 09:09 PM by K Reed - 1 reply (last reply by Jason at 10/14/2008 12:43 PM)K Reed from Ballwin, MO on 09/12/2008 09:09 PM
We found a small store, Missy's Mart, that has been opened for only about a year, located before the trailhead just off the trail along 94. Not a lot of food, but microwave mac and cheese helped my husband get thru till we could find lunch in Mokane.
K Reed from Ballwin, MO on 09/12/2008 09:09 PM
We found a small store, Missy's Mart, that has been opened for only about a year, located before the trailhead just off the trail along 94. Not a lot of food, but microwave mac and cheese helped my husband get thru till we could find lunch in Mokane.
Jason from Omaha, NE on 10/14/2008 12:43 PM
Missy's was open when I biked into Tebbetts on Saturday, and the sign said it was open "Sun - Sat 6 - 6," but by the time I got cleaned up and walked down to the store, it was closed (at 4:30 p.m.) Per Jim @ Jim's Bar & Grill, Missy's is not open on Sunday anymore. So don't trust the hours posted on the door.
Jason from Omaha, NE on 10/14/2008 12:43 PM
Missy's was open when I biked into Tebbetts on Saturday, and the sign said it was open "Sun - Sat 6 - 6," but by the time I got cleaned up and walked down to the store, it was closed (at 4:30 p.m.) Per Jim @ Jim's Bar & Grill, Missy's is not open on Sunday anymore. So don't trust the hours posted on the door.
Rendleman Home B&B (Bluffton)
- + Doug is a heck of a nice guy, but his housekeepping is a little lax. If you're looking for a good meal and a bed to sleep in and don't care about the cleanliness of the bathroom, this is the place fo...
Discussion started 10/14/2008 09:19 AM by lyr - 0 replieslyr from Dayton Ohio on 10/14/2008 09:19 AM
Doug is a heck of a nice guy, but his housekeepping is a little lax. If you're looking for a good meal and a bed to sleep in and don't care about the cleanliness of the bathroom, this is the place for you. The shower in the washroom is very primitive.
lyr from Dayton Ohio on 10/14/2008 09:19 AM
Doug is a heck of a nice guy, but his housekeepping is a little lax. If you're looking for a good meal and a bed to sleep in and don't care about the cleanliness of the bathroom, this is the place for you. The shower in the washroom is very primitive.
Guidebooks and References
- + The Depot Store in Sedalia's Katy Depot carry's many of the above books like
the Katy Trail Guidebook, Biking Missouri Rail Trails, Biking USA Rail Trails,
Katy Trail Nature Guide and more.
Discussion started 10/13/2008 04:39 PM by Linda - 0 repliesLinda on 10/13/2008 04:39 PM
The Depot Store in Sedalia's Katy Depot carry's many of the above books like
the Katy Trail Guidebook, Biking Missouri Rail Trails, Biking USA Rail Trails,
Katy Trail Nature Guide and more.
lost green "bucket" hat
- + If anyone in the next few days (beginning October 10, 2008) finds a Castro green "bucket" hat with a red cross on background (yes, like on MASH) can you please notify me. I lost it between Peers and T...
Discussion started 10/13/2008 07:12 AM by chris buhr - 0 replieschris buhr from St. Louis on 10/13/2008 07:12 AM
If anyone in the next few days (beginning October 10, 2008) finds a Castro green "bucket" hat with a red cross on background (yes, like on MASH) can you please notify me. I lost it between Peers and Tebbets on Friday. Thanks. Happy riding.
Chris Buhr
buhrchris@hotmail.com
Birk's Gasthaus, Hermann, MO
- + We were very pleased with the accomodations and service at Birk's Gasthaus in Hermann. It
is under new management and there is a real dedication to satisfy the customers. I think it
may be c...
Discussion started 10/12/2008 02:43 PM by Rebecca Smith - 0 repliesRebecca Smith from Kansas City on 10/12/2008 02:43 PM
We were very pleased with the accomodations and service at Birk's Gasthaus in Hermann. It
is under new management and there is a real dedication to satisfy the customers. I think it
may be cheaper than other places, too.
Cliff Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn (Jefferson City)
- + We loved Cliff Manor. And our host and inn keeper, Tom, went out of his way to help us when unexpected problems with our biking arose. Lovely rooms, great food and many "extras" helped make this one...
Discussion started 10/12/2008 02:33 PM by Helen & Jerry - 0 repliesHelen & Jerry from Dallas on 10/12/2008 02:33 PM
We loved Cliff Manor. And our host and inn keeper, Tom, went out of his way to help us when unexpected problems with our biking arose. Lovely rooms, great food and many "extras" helped make this one of our best stays. A destination in itself to stay and investigate Jefferson City for a few days.
Helen & Jerry from Dallas on 10/12/2008 02:33 PM
We loved Cliff Manor. And our host and inn keeper, Tom, went out of his way to help us when unexpected problems with our biking arose. Lovely rooms, great food and many "extras" helped make this one of our best stays. A destination in itself to stay and investigate Jefferson City for a few days.
November
- + Hello. Sorry if this has been covered, but I can't find anything specific about this. Am
considering a solo trip in early November (starting on the 4th). I've read about how
unpredictable t...
Discussion started 10/09/2008 03:11 PM by Rob - 2 replies (last reply by Jason at 10/12/2008 12:11 AM)Rob from Little Rock, AR on 10/09/2008 03:11 PM
Hello. Sorry if this has been covered, but I can't find anything specific about this. Am
considering a solo trip in early November (starting on the 4th). I've read about how
unpredictable the weather is, and am prepared for that. But what I can't figure out is
whether or not I need to worry about campground and/or water supply closings this time of
year. Do I just have to contact each campground individually, or is there a certain time of
year that all of them close? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Rob
Trek on 10/09/2008 03:49 PM
From the DNR website: The state parks are open year-round. Generally, water is turned off in most of the campgrounds Nov. 1 and turned on again April 1. The electric is on year-round.
You should be able to get water at other places though even though you may have to buy it at Casey's, etc.
Jason from Overland Park on 10/12/2008 12:11 AM
To my knowledge, most everything shuts down along the Katy after the Oktoberfest activities. I have heard in the past that people have had a difficult time with supplies, as many of the trailside businesses are closed.........so just make sure you're prepared in case. I'm actually soloing this coming weekend and I plan on dropping off some small food items and other things at a couple different places along the route (at hotels) just in case I run short or need anything last minute......might be a good idea for you since the season will be over. My thought is that I'd much rather spend a few bucks and drive half way across the state to drop off some supplies in the event of an emergency or food/water shortage.
Augusta
- + We enjoyed a 5 day bicycle trip along the Katy trail and on the 4th day we had a massage booked at Halcyon therapeutic massage & bodywork in Augusta. It was great! Just what you need after a few days ...
Discussion started 10/11/2008 05:59 PM by Gerda - 0 repliesGerda from Colorado on 10/11/2008 05:59 PM
We enjoyed a 5 day bicycle trip along the Katy trail and on the 4th day we had a massage booked at Halcyon therapeutic massage & bodywork in Augusta. It was great! Just what you need after a few days of cycling.
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SereniTea House and A Touch of Claas Spa (Boonville)
- + We arrived right before close. We just wanted to take a break from bicycling the trail and have some tea. They let us sit on their patio and we enjoyed some nice teas and muffins. The staff was very f...
Discussion started 10/11/2008 05:52 PM by Gerda - 0 repliesGerda from Colorado on 10/11/2008 05:52 PM
We arrived right before close. We just wanted to take a break from bicycling the trail and have some tea. They let us sit on their patio and we enjoyed some nice teas and muffins. The staff was very friendly.
Gerda from Colorado on 10/11/2008 05:52 PM
We arrived right before close. We just wanted to take a break from bicycling the trail and have some tea. They let us sit on their patio and we enjoyed some nice teas and muffins. The staff was very friendly.
Beckys Burgers & Cones (Pilot Grove)
- + We had lunch at Becky's and really enjoyed it. Everything was fresh and tasted great. Best fries and wonderful blackberry pie. They even refilled our camelbacks. Thanks!
Discussion started 10/11/2008 05:49 PM by Gerda - 0 repliesGerda from Colorado on 10/11/2008 05:49 PM
We had lunch at Becky's and really enjoyed it. Everything was fresh and tasted great. Best fries and wonderful blackberry pie. They even refilled our camelbacks. Thanks!
Gerda from Colorado on 10/11/2008 05:49 PM
We had lunch at Becky's and really enjoyed it. Everything was fresh and tasted great. Best fries and wonderful blackberry pie. They even refilled our camelbacks. Thanks!