cell phone reception
- + How is the cell phone reception on the trail? We rode the C & O Towpath Trail last summer and were caught off guard at the almost total lack of cell reception and would like to be better prepared for...
Discussion started 10/05/2008 10:34 AM by Jan - 4 replies (last reply by fc at 10/06/2008 10:37 AM)Jan on 10/05/2008 10:34 AM
How is the cell phone reception on the trail? We rode the C & O Towpath Trail last summer and were caught off guard at the almost total lack of cell reception and would like to be better prepared for our Katy ride. Thanks!
Murf on 10/05/2008 09:55 PM
I've been over the whole trail and haven't had any problem with the reception. I haven't made or received calls at all places, but many of them.
Paulie from Knoxville TN on 10/06/2008 07:49 AM
Depends on your carrier. I rode the C & O last year and had really bad service until I got near DC. I use Sprint and my service is spotty on the Katy but better than the C & O.
Paulie
Trek on 10/06/2008 08:13 AM
We use AT&T and have never had an issue on the trail with poor reception. Our rides are between Sedalia and Trelor.
fc on 10/06/2008 10:37 AM
we have att / cingular wireless also and have never had a problem.
Weldon Springs Trailhead
- + Just wondering if the actual trailhead is next to the trail and if it's easily accessed from 94.
thanks!
MAH
Discussion started 08/25/2006 09:14 PM - 6 replies (last reply by Jeff Grigg at 10/05/2008 08:56 PM)Anonymous on 08/25/2006 09:14 PM
Just wondering if the actual trailhead is next to the trail and if it's easily accessed from 94.
thanks!
MAH
Ken from St. Charles on 08/26/2006 09:24 AM
Yes on both accounts. Heading west on 94 look for the signs after passing the water treatment plant on your right. You turn left and it's right after a curve, so start slowing down and be ready. The trailhead is at the bottom of the hill down the gravel road. Parking is directly adjacent to the KATY.
GC from Columbia, Mo. on 08/26/2006 03:18 PM
Does that trailhead have water? It has been a while since I was last there.
ET from Columbia on 08/26/2006 07:11 PM
My recollection from our very hot Memorial Weekend ride is that, no, there is no water here, and it makes for a long, thirsty stretch if you don't carry LOTS of water.
Missouri Joe from O'Fallon, MO on 08/26/2006 10:42 PM
There is no water available at Weldon Spring but the restrooms are quite nice.
Ken from St. Charles on 08/27/2006 03:16 PM
Defiance is only about 3 miles or so west of Weldon Springs. There's plenty to drink there. The bike shop and both restaurant/taverns sell Gatorade I believe. The bike shop has an outdoor water spigot with hose. I've never asked, but knowing their reputation, I'm sure they wouldn't mind people filling water bottles there, especially when they're closed. They also have an outdoor vending machine that sells soft drinks and gatorade I believe.
Jeff Grigg from Manchester, MO on 10/05/2008 08:56 PM
Yes, the bike shop is glad to let you use their restrooms (when open) and have as much water as you want. I drop by there every couple of weeks, in good riding weather, to stock up on snacks while riding the Katy Trail.
There's also cold water and restrooms at the "Weldon Spring Interpretive Center" (next to the concrete disposal cell "mountain").
I assume the same for the Busch conservation area building, at the end of the trail.
The camping
- + We didn't camp at Cooper's Landing but I was wondering... (those of you who might know)...are the portable toilets all that are available there for campers and bikers alike?
Do they have live...
Discussion started 05/30/2006 12:13 PM by Drew & Karen - 12 replies (last reply by B Ross at 10/05/2008 05:20 PM)Drew & Karen from Blue Springs, MO on 05/30/2006 12:13 PM
We didn't camp at Cooper's Landing but I was wondering... (those of you who might know)...are the portable toilets all that are available there for campers and bikers alike?
Do they have live music all of the time?
Drew & Karen from Blue Springs, MO on 05/30/2006 12:13 PM
We didn't camp at Cooper's Landing but I was wondering... (those of you who might know)...are the portable toilets all that are available there for campers and bikers alike?
Do they have live music all of the time?
brad wilson from st louis on 05/30/2006 04:07 PM
There is an indoor bathroom & shower that's available during regular store hours. There is a charge for using the shower. I've tent camped there 3 times and found the large portable toilets OK for after-hours use.
They've had live music every time I've camped there. Quality of the music was so-so, but acceptable for the setting.
brad wilson from st louis on 05/30/2006 04:07 PM
There is an indoor bathroom & shower that's available during regular store hours. There is a charge for using the shower. I've tent camped there 3 times and found the large portable toilets OK for after-hours use.
They've had live music every time I've camped there. Quality of the music was so-so, but acceptable for the setting.
Mom who rides with her daughters from Lee's Summit on 06/04/2006 12:34 PM
Never camped there, but again as in Hartburg/found the owners there great. Great Thai food also!
Mom who rides with her daughters from Lee's Summit on 06/04/2006 12:34 PM
Never camped there, but again as in Hartburg/found the owners there great. Great Thai food also!
JME from Lake St. Louis on 06/14/2006 10:26 PM
We completed the trail last week and found Coopers Landing porta potties not serviced. It was so bad that we decided to move on to the next stop. We even renamed the place "Poopers Landing" Clean it up.
JME from Lake St. Louis on 06/14/2006 10:26 PM
We completed the trail last week and found Coopers Landing porta potties not serviced. It was so bad that we decided to move on to the next stop. We even renamed the place "Poopers Landing" Clean it up.
Jared Ritter from Kansas City, MO on 06/25/2006 09:26 PM
Stayed there with my 10 year old daughter while we were biking across the katy. The live
music scene got a little rowdy at night and I had to ask some adjacent campers to stop
cursing and yelling (after the show) so we could sleep. Owner was very nice (I think his wife is
the one who makes the Thai food). We probably should have kept going, but it was getting a
little late. I think the owner has no problem with cyclists using the porta-potties as we used
them going the other direction without incident.
Jared Ritter from Kansas City, MO on 06/25/2006 09:26 PM
Stayed there with my 10 year old daughter while we were biking across the katy. The live
music scene got a little rowdy at night and I had to ask some adjacent campers to stop
cursing and yelling (after the show) so we could sleep. Owner was very nice (I think his wife is
the one who makes the Thai food). We probably should have kept going, but it was getting a
little late. I think the owner has no problem with cyclists using the porta-potties as we used
them going the other direction without incident.
RB from Polecat Hollar, MD on 07/20/2006 11:38 PM
Ummmm.... camped there twice last year. Beautiful sunsets. Live music varied each night - no charge to listen too either, always a good thing to tip the musicians. Real cold beer. FRESH bisquits and gravy on Saturday morning.
As to "noise" at night I accept that some people stay up later and within reason I don't bother them. I've seen the owner ask parties to calm down and respect the 10pm quiet rule. If I want total peace and serentiy I go camping in the Applacian Mountains... you'll go a day and a half without seeing someone...!
RB from Polecat Hollar, MD on 07/20/2006 11:38 PM
Ummmm.... camped there twice last year. Beautiful sunsets. Live music varied each night - no charge to listen too either, always a good thing to tip the musicians. Real cold beer. FRESH bisquits and gravy on Saturday morning.
As to "noise" at night I accept that some people stay up later and within reason I don't bother them. I've seen the owner ask parties to calm down and respect the 10pm quiet rule. If I want total peace and serentiy I go camping in the Applacian Mountains... you'll go a day and a half without seeing someone...!
Mark of the Dalton Boys from Austin, TX/Columbia, MO. on 07/21/2006 07:26 AM
Polecat Holler - Point made...the AT would be far more quiet...I laud your patience of Job. Regards....Mark of the Dalton Boys
Mark of the Dalton Boys from Austin, TX/Columbia, MO. on 07/21/2006 07:26 AM
Polecat Holler - Point made...the AT would be far more quiet...I laud your patience of Job. Regards....Mark of the Dalton Boys
Mike Cooper from Cooper's Landing on 07/21/2006 08:09 AM
I find the comments interesting on this page. I appreciate the comments saying the owner is nice. I have my moments. We provide 3 portapotties free to anyone who needs them. They get serviced once per week, usually Tuesday. If we have been busy and you time it wrong they will be stinky. We have a rest room in the store which provides shower and laundry for a fee. The toilet is available for free for ladies all the time and for everyone when the portapotties are needing service. We try to only rent campsites to people who will respect the 10 pm quiet time policy. My apologies to people who need to sleep and are kept awake by inconsiderate people. We try hard to provide an enjoyable and safe stay for you at Cooper's Landing. Mike Cooper
Mike Cooper from Cooper's Landing on 07/21/2006 08:09 AM
I find the comments interesting on this page. I appreciate the comments saying the owner is nice. I have my moments. We provide 3 portapotties free to anyone who needs them. They get serviced once per week, usually Tuesday. If we have been busy and you time it wrong they will be stinky. We have a rest room in the store which provides shower and laundry for a fee. The toilet is available for free for ladies all the time and for everyone when the portapotties are needing service. We try to only rent campsites to people who will respect the 10 pm quiet time policy. My apologies to people who need to sleep and are kept awake by inconsiderate people. We try hard to provide an enjoyable and safe stay for you at Cooper's Landing. Mike Cooper
Anonymous on 09/07/2008 08:28 PM
My family and I found Cooper's Landing cramped, trashy, loud and overrun with drunks. Therefore we named you Stupid's Landing. How to ruin a beautiful place along the river and Katy Trail.
Anonymous on 09/07/2008 08:28 PM
My family and I found Cooper's Landing cramped, trashy, loud and overrun with drunks. Therefore we named you Stupid's Landing. How to ruin a beautiful place along the river and Katy Trail.
Jim from St. Thomas on 09/08/2008 07:59 AM
"Therefore we named you Stupid's Landing."
I bet it took you days and days to think that one up......
Jim from St. Thomas on 09/08/2008 07:59 AM
"Therefore we named you Stupid's Landing."
I bet it took you days and days to think that one up......
ron from portland, mo on 09/08/2008 12:35 PM
My buddy and myself passed by Coopers landing on our first bike trip pass there and found it to be very enjoyable along with some very good Bar-B-Q chicken. We have been wanting to make it back, but haven't found the time to yet! Thanks, from the bikers who know how to show appreciation!!!
ron from portland, mo on 09/08/2008 12:35 PM
My buddy and myself passed by Coopers landing on our first bike trip pass there and found it to be very enjoyable along with some very good Bar-B-Q chicken. We have been wanting to make it back, but haven't found the time to yet! Thanks, from the bikers who know how to show appreciation!!!
Doug from Bluffton on 09/08/2008 12:36 PM
Probably longer. The writer doesn't even know his own name to sign it. No one with any sense will give that comment any crediblity.
Doug from Bluffton on 09/08/2008 12:36 PM
Probably longer. The writer doesn't even know his own name to sign it. No one with any sense will give that comment any crediblity.
B Ross from St Charles on 10/05/2008 05:20 PM
Camped Friday night at Coopers. Great Thai food. Great campsite. Wasn't expecting the numerous bikers dropping off cars throughout the nite and early morning. Hope they read this and would consider being quieter on there next visit. Great music and fire. Greta trial ride and river views
B Ross from St Charles on 10/05/2008 05:20 PM
Camped Friday night at Coopers. Great Thai food. Great campsite. Wasn't expecting the numerous bikers dropping off cars throughout the nite and early morning. Hope they read this and would consider being quieter on there next visit. Great music and fire. Greta trial ride and river views
Electra townie
- + Has anyone seen the guy with the black Electra Townie lately? I use to run across him all the time between north jefferson and Hartsburg but haven't seen him lately!
Discussion started 10/04/2008 09:50 AM by Ron - 0 repliesRon on 10/04/2008 09:50 AM
Has anyone seen the guy with the black Electra Townie lately? I use to run across him all the time between north jefferson and Hartsburg but haven't seen him lately!
Current trail conditions (week of Oct. 5)
- + I'm riding the trail next week Clinton to St. Charles. I know the MODNR site notes repairs will be happening between mile markers 116 and 188. Does anyone have recent firsthand knowledge of trail co...
Discussion started 10/03/2008 09:53 PM by John - 3 replies (last reply by Doug at 10/04/2008 08:06 AM)John on 10/03/2008 09:53 PM
I'm riding the trail next week Clinton to St. Charles. I know the MODNR site notes repairs will be happening between mile markers 116 and 188. Does anyone have recent firsthand knowledge of trail conditions? Is the area being repaired still rideable?
I'll be on a hybrid, lightly loaded, with 700X37 tires (and hoping it doesn't rain too much next week).
Thanks.
Ken from St. Charles on 10/04/2008 06:07 AM
We rode from Clinton to St. Charles last week on Thur - Sat. We had to stop and walk our bikes in 2 places.
A few miles west of Jefferson City there was a bad washout right in front of one of the houses along Hwy 94. Also, both sides of the bridge over the Auxvasse river west of Mokane were washed out pretty badly especially the east side.
Other than those 2 spots, there were a few minor rough spots here and there. Just keep your eyes open for them. I would imagine that many of them have been addressed by now.
Have fun.
Ken from St. Charles on 10/04/2008 06:09 AM
After posting my comment I reread and realized it had an error. The Auxvasse river bridge is east of Mokane not west. Sorry about that.
Doug from Bluffton on 10/04/2008 08:06 AM
And it's the west side of the bridge that you HAVE to get off and walk not the east. At least yesterday unless they repaired after I went thru.
Greenridge Parking
- + Does anyone know if it is okay to park for 2-3 nights in Greenridge? We would be doing a down and back on the trail. Is there anywhere to park other than the trailhead?
Discussion started 10/03/2008 09:23 PM by Paul - 0 repliesPaul from Springfield on 10/03/2008 09:23 PM
Does anyone know if it is okay to park for 2-3 nights in Greenridge? We would be doing a down and back on the trail. Is there anywhere to park other than the trailhead?
Single speed
- + Me and mine friend Adam are going to bike the Katy trail, weekend in October from Kirkwood ,St.Louis, Alton, St.Charles,and all the way to the end on Single speed MTB's, 32/16.It is going to be fun :...
Discussion started 10/02/2008 10:26 PM by Zdenek - 0 repliesZdenek from St.Charles on 10/02/2008 10:26 PM
Me and mine friend Adam are going to bike the Katy trail, weekend in October from Kirkwood ,St.Louis, Alton, St.Charles,and all the way to the end on Single speed MTB's, 32/16.It is going to be fun :-)