Riding the whole trail
- + I'm planning to ride the trail from Clinton to St. Charles the week of May 28th. Is it safe to
leave my truck at the St. Charles trail head? What's the best shuttle service from St. Charles to Discussion started 05/21/2007 09:09 AM by Carter Siebke - 4 replies (last reply by Jim Clem at 05/26/2007 11:41 AM)Carter Siebke from Kearney, NE on 05/21/2007 09:09 AM
I'm planning to ride the trail from Clinton to St. Charles the week of May 28th. Is it safe to
leave my truck at the St. Charles trail head? What's the best shuttle service from St. Charles to
Clinton(I want to ride to my truck)? Any suggestions or things I should make sure I do along
the way?
Nate from St. Louis on 05/24/2007 12:23 PM
Hey Carter: Sorry, I don't have an answer for you on the shuttle, but just wanted to comment that I'm riding the other way (St. Charles to Clinton) that same week. Leaving St. Charles on the 29th. Maybe we'll pass each other along the way. Looks like it might be a bit rainy. Have a great ride!
Wayne from OH on 05/24/2007 07:18 PM
I left my vehicle in St Charles for six days last summer with no problems. I parked under a light in the lot towards the Casino.
The shuttle I used is no longer in business. Check the links on this site for shuttles as well as bike shops, I googled bike shop names and found that several provided shuttles that were not listed as such here. I sent several emails and the first one to answer got the job. It made sense to me to have the shuttle "come get" me rather than "take" me, so I used one from Clinton. I would love to come ride the Katy end to end again this summer but there are so many trails and so little time ;-) . Have a great ride.
Jeff Grigg from Manchester, MO on 05/24/2007 10:38 PM
The St Charles area is nice; I wouldn't worry about parking your truck there. (You do, of course, need to lock it, and not leave anything valuable visible through the windows.)
Augusta is a good place to stop for lunch. I like the brewing co, just off the trail, and there are other good places to eat, in town.
I like to ride up the crazy slope up to Klondike park, and around the pond. And out the front (north side), and along a nice trail that rejoins the Katy next to 94 (and a boat launch). It's not amazing, but I kind of like it.
The bike shop in Defiance is a good place to stop for a snack. It's the last good restroom 'til St Charles. ;-> You'll see their sign and bridge to your left, right after passing the trail parking lot.
Jim Clem from Alpine, Ca. on 05/26/2007 11:41 AM
Carter-we just finished the trail last week-Clinton to St. Charles. We used Gary Creason to shuttle use (Creason's Shuttle Service 573-694-2027)-good rates, and he will pick you up and drop you off anywhere.
best type of bike for the trail
- + What do you recommend we ride on the trail- a mountain or road bike?
Discussion started 05/22/2007 05:31 PM by g maxwell - 4 replies (last reply by Jeff Grigg at 05/24/2007 10:26 PM)g maxwell from springdale,AR on 05/22/2007 05:31 PM
What do you recommend we ride on the trail- a mountain or road bike?
Norm from Raymore, MO on 05/22/2007 09:32 PM
If you have both a mountain and a road bike or are considering buying a bike, the mountain bike would be the best. The wider tread of the mountain bike's tires gives you a surer ride on the sometimes soft crushed rock trail surface. Also if you are buying the bike it would be good to have the smoothest tire tread available for the mountain bike, rather than the knobby tread that comes on most mountain bikes. Some people do ride the trail on their road bikes (I have done it once) and seem to be okay if they're very careful and avoid the soft areas of the trail. I have both a road bike and a hybrid bike. I prefer the hybrid which has slightly wider tire treads (in between the road's skinny and the mountain's wide). Whatever you choose to take to the trail I'm sure you'll enjoy it and want to go back like I have done.
sharonbikes from Kansas City on 05/23/2007 06:51 PM
I agree a mountain bike is your best bet. You don't need super wide knobby tires, but it
doesn't hurt. I ride a Trek mountain bike that I have put narrower tires on and it is about
perfect for the Trail. The geometry of a mountain bike works better for the rough surfaces
that you will encounter on the Trail...especially this year because of the weather issues we
have had. Parts of the Trail are smoother than others, but the mountain bike is your best
choice to deal with the parts of the Trail that are rougher and where the surface has not been
packed down My .02.
Murf from Jeff City on 05/24/2007 09:22 PM
If it's one or the other, go with the mountain bike. The upright posture on a mountain bike allows you to see more of the scenery. But if you're buying a bike, buy either a hybrid or a recumbent. I ride a hybrid and it's been perfect---the trail conditions never bothered me. My wife rides a recumbent and it has been ideal for her.
Jeff Grigg from Manchester, MO on 05/24/2007 10:26 PM
"Mountain" or any bike with relatively wider tires and an upright riding posture. The Katy trail is fine packed gravel; very narrow tires are generally OK, but sink slightly into the trail should it rain, which can be frustrating. The very low gearing of a true mountain bike isn't needed, as the Katy trail is very flat. Just about any reasonable bike will do fine.
Augusta to McKittrick
- + My fiance and I want to ride the Katy Trail this weekend for the very first time. We are not normally bikers, both 31 yrs old and in good health, but I am unsure how long of a ride would be reasonabl...
Discussion started 05/23/2007 08:14 PM by RV - 2 replies (last reply by Murf at 05/24/2007 09:15 PM)RV from St Louis on 05/23/2007 08:14 PM
My fiance and I want to ride the Katy Trail this weekend for the very first time. We are not normally bikers, both 31 yrs old and in good health, but I am unsure how long of a ride would be reasonable for us. We are both fairly athletic but have been pretty lax in our workouts due to hectic work schedules.
I am considering Augusta to McKittrick or Marthasville to McKittrick, then back the following day. The difference is a 34 mile trip versus a 20+ mile trip.
What would anyone suggest for two amateurs? Thanks!
Norm from Raymore, MO on 05/23/2007 10:04 PM
It's hard to judge what someone else can do, especially riding a rail-trail like the KATY. However here are some things to consider in your determining how far you can go. First; do you have an odometer on your bikes or bike computer to tell how far you have ever ridden before? If you have this computer, how fast was your average speed? For what time duration have you ridden before, with only short stops or breaks? All these can factor into your ability to go longer distances without wearing down.
Some other things to consider are the characteristics of riding a rail-trail. Although it's flat for the most part there are some small grades and if you are riding into the wind it can be like climbing a steep hill. You should carry plenty of water and perhaps some sports drink to replenish your electolytes and energy bars if you like. Emergency equipment like a cell phone and first-aid kit are a good idea.
If you plan ahead and expect to go the distance, I'm sure you'll be alright and enjoy being out in the country.
Murf from Jeff City on 05/24/2007 09:15 PM
If you are somewhat athletic and have all day, you should be able to go the 34 miles in one day and then do the reverse the next day. Just don't try to do it all at once. Take several breaks. If you're not used to riding bikes, your sitter will get sore, but your legs should be able to take it. Just take your time, don't make it a race, and enjoy the trip.
USA Inn (Clinton)
- + Total crap. Try calling someone who is staying there, the lady may or may not transfer you to their room depending on her mood, or she will deny that the room they are staying in even exists. Also has...
Discussion started 05/23/2007 11:16 PM by Yeah - 1 reply (last reply by anonymous at 05/24/2007 06:15 PM)Yeah from Clinton on 05/23/2007 11:16 PM
Total crap. Try calling someone who is staying there, the lady may or may not transfer you to their room depending on her mood, or she will deny that the room they are staying in even exists. Also has roaches.
Yeah from Clinton on 05/23/2007 11:16 PM
Total crap. Try calling someone who is staying there, the lady may or may not transfer you to their room depending on her mood, or she will deny that the room they are staying in even exists. Also has roaches.
Anonymous on 05/24/2007 06:15 PM
I don't know what you are talking about, this motel was great.
Anonymous on 05/24/2007 06:15 PM
I don't know what you are talking about, this motel was great.
USA Inn (Clinton)
- + Great!!! This is the best motel in Clinton. They had reasonable rates, great service, very clean room, and front desk lady was very nice.
Discussion started 05/24/2007 06:14 PM - 0 repliesAnonymous on 05/24/2007 06:14 PM
Great!!! This is the best motel in Clinton. They had reasonable rates, great service, very clean room, and front desk lady was very nice.
Anonymous on 05/24/2007 06:14 PM
Great!!! This is the best motel in Clinton. They had reasonable rates, great service, very clean room, and front desk lady was very nice.
Augusta
- + Lindenhof is probably the nicest B & B we have ever stayed in. The host, Debbie, is very accommodating and the surroundings are VERY relaxing. We have stayed in two other B & B's in Augusta and this...
Discussion started 05/24/2007 02:40 PM - 0 repliesAnonymous from Warrensburg on 05/24/2007 02:40 PM
Lindenhof is probably the nicest B & B we have ever stayed in. The host, Debbie, is very accommodating and the surroundings are VERY relaxing. We have stayed in two other B & B's in Augusta and this one wins, hands down. We were riding the KATY trail from Sedalia to St. Charles.
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Tunnels open on Columbia MKT spur!
- + Finally, after what seems like years of construction, the Columbia spur goes right to downtown without any road crossings. There are now tunnels under Stewart, Providence, Locust, and Elm streets. T...
Discussion started 05/18/2007 01:15 PM by ET - 3 replies (last reply by ET at 05/24/2007 01:38 PM)ET from Columbia on 05/18/2007 01:15 PM
Finally, after what seems like years of construction, the Columbia spur goes right to downtown without any road crossings. There are now tunnels under Stewart, Providence, Locust, and Elm streets. There is one still-unpaved section of the new trail, between Elm and Locust, but it is very rideable, with chat similar to the Katy trail (if a little looser). The tunnels share box culverts with Flat Branch Creek, so would be impassable in very high water, but clear out very quickly after rain storms, so far anyway. They make a really pretty, interesting, and relaxing entry to Columbia.
condean from Council Bluffs IA on 05/23/2007 10:07 PM
any recommendations on lodging in Columbia? 4 couples riding the Katy.
coming from Boonville. close to trail, biker friendly.
Thanks,
connie
Steve K from Saint Louis on 05/24/2007 03:42 AM
When I ride the trail later this year, I am thinking of staying at the Campus Inn, which is the closest I could find to the trail. Supposedly, it is a bit of a dump, which does not bother me.
Most of the hotels in Columbia are on the North side of town, which will require you to leave the trail and bike on the streets.
ET from Columbia on 05/24/2007 01:38 PM
Not many great options near the trail. The Campus Inn is currently a hole in the ground, but is being rebuilt as a Hampton Inn, and I expect will be pretty nice. No idea when it will open, though. The best way to get to it would be to take the Columbia spur to about 2.5 mile marker, then right on the University recreation trail to the mulch site at Capen Park, then up the VERY steep hill on Rock Quarry Road. The hotel will be on your left before you get to the lights on Stadium. Your other option, hotel-wise, is the Regency, which is a bit dumpy, but right downtown, so good location for restauarants, etc. There is only one B and B that I know of still in business, and that's University Place. Also pretty easy to get to, and near downtown. There's a rumor that the Tiger Hotel is going to reopen as a real hotel, but that's not in the near future.
Cooper's Landing
- + We are planning a ride from Columbia to St. Charles this weekend. Does anyone know whether Cooper's Landing is fully open for business--in particular we are hoping the Thai food is available. I know...
Discussion started 05/23/2007 08:49 AM by ET - 1 reply (last reply by MAH at 05/23/2007 04:16 PM)ET from Columbia on 05/23/2007 08:49 AM
We are planning a ride from Columbia to St. Charles this weekend. Does anyone know whether Cooper's Landing is fully open for business--in particular we are hoping the Thai food is available. I know they were closed due to the flooding. Thanks.
MAH from Blue Springs, MO on 05/23/2007 04:16 PM
We rode from New Franklin to Coopers Landing this past Sunday and the store was open and the seating area outside the store was clean and back in business. Campground had been under and looks to still be be "out" but he had a tractor going and looked to be working on getting it back in order. I don't think the Thai place was open. According to his web site, it's still down.
Have fun!
Tony's on Main (St Charles)
- + Tony's is not American food- Italian! Moderatly to higher priced, nice atmosphere, nice bar.
LG
Discussion started 11/12/2005 05:16 PM by Local Guy - 1 reply (last reply by anonymous at 05/23/2007 01:19 PM)Local Guy from St. Charles MO on 11/12/2005 05:16 PM
Tony's is not American food- Italian! Moderatly to higher priced, nice atmosphere, nice bar.
LG
Local Guy from St. Charles MO on 11/12/2005 05:16 PM
Tony's is not American food- Italian! Moderatly to higher priced, nice atmosphere, nice bar.
LG
Anonymous on 05/23/2007 01:19 PM
You are talking about Tony's in downtown St. Louis.
Tony's on Main in St. Charles is American food, is moderately priced, and is located at 132 North Main Street in St. Charles MO.
Anonymous on 05/23/2007 01:19 PM
You are talking about Tony's in downtown St. Louis.
Tony's on Main in St. Charles is American food, is moderately priced, and is located at 132 North Main Street in St. Charles MO.
Tibbetts to McKittrick or Dutzow to McKittrick?
- + This is our first ride on the Katy, and wonder if someone could give us some advice. We're going to either ride from Tibbetts to McKittrick or from Dutzow to McKittrick. Which of these segments do y...
Discussion started 05/22/2007 06:56 PM by Ed from the other St. Charles - 1 reply (last reply by GC at 05/23/2007 12:01 PM)Ed from the other St. Charles from St. Charles, IL on 05/22/2007 06:56 PM
This is our first ride on the Katy, and wonder if someone could give us some advice. We're going to either ride from Tibbetts to McKittrick or from Dutzow to McKittrick. Which of these segments do you think is most scenic? Thanks.
GC from Columbia, Mo. on 05/23/2007 12:01 PM
My vote would be Tebbetts to McKittrick. But both are good
MLK Trail
- + How many miles is it from the Martin Luther King trail in Columbia to McBain?
Discussion started 05/18/2007 10:46 AM by J. - 4 replies (last reply by GC at 05/23/2007 11:56 AM)J. from Madison, MO on 05/18/2007 10:46 AM
How many miles is it from the Martin Luther King trail in Columbia to McBain?
Paulie on 05/18/2007 11:47 AM
9 miles
ET from Columbia on 05/18/2007 01:10 PM
Just to clarify: There isn't much of a trail at MLK park--there's a lovely garden, a shelter, picnic tables, and restrooms. It is one of the trailheads along the Columbia MKT trail, which runs another 2 miles or so to the Flat Branch area of downtown Columbia.
Aimee and LExi from Montgomery Village MD on 05/23/2007 11:18 AM
I do not know the answer but the stop in Rocheport is wonderful. Nice bike rental, nice park, great map, and relaxing little place to park.
GC from Columbia, Mo. on 05/23/2007 11:56 AM
OK, I have to clarify.
I think you mean to ask how long Columbia's MKT trail to McBaine. It is 8.8 miles from the trail head in downtown Columbia to Hindman junction on the Katy. From Hindman Junction to McBaine is roughly a quarter to half a mile.
HOWEVER: There is the Martin Luther King memorial along the MKT trail. It is at the approximate 1.5 mile marker on the MKT. That would make it about 7.5 miles from McBaine, give or take a few hundred yards.
Hope that helps!
Dutzow Diner, thanks Serena!
- + Rode St. Charles to Dutzow Sunday. Went to the diner and had a cheeseburger. Tasted great after a day of trail mix and beef jerky. Serena was real nice and said they'll let you pitch a tent behind ...
Discussion started 05/22/2007 07:42 AM by Rick L - 0 repliesRick L from Arnold on 05/22/2007 07:42 AM
Rode St. Charles to Dutzow Sunday. Went to the diner and had a cheeseburger. Tasted great after a day of trail mix and beef jerky. Serena was real nice and said they'll let you pitch a tent behind the diner. I ended up going back to Klondike to camp since they have a shower there, (cleanest I've seen, perfect temp too). Klondike was deserted and I'm pretty sure I was the only one camping Sunday night. What a great couple of days.
St. Charles to Augustus
- + Im a 13 year old kid and i tried to ride from st. charles to difiance and my bike broke just past the 64/40 brigde it sucked. so im asking if klondike is a nice place to stay. Also how is the ride
Discussion started 05/21/2007 09:14 PM by derti - 0 repliesderti from St. Louis on 05/21/2007 09:14 PM
Im a 13 year old kid and i tried to ride from st. charles to difiance and my bike broke just past the 64/40 brigde it sucked. so im asking if klondike is a nice place to stay. Also how is the ride
Klondike Park (Augusta)
- + I visit it every time I ride by: Quite a hill to get into it, but cute little lake to ride around.
*DOES* have vending machines for soft drinks (by the restooms; South-West end). Does have "o...
Discussion started 05/20/2007 06:18 PM by Jeff Grigg - 0 repliesJeff Grigg from Manchester, MO on 05/20/2007 06:18 PM
I visit it every time I ride by: Quite a hill to get into it, but cute little lake to ride around.
*DOES* have vending machines for soft drinks (by the restooms; South-West end). Does have "outhouse" style restooms in various areas of park.
Jeff Grigg from Manchester, MO on 05/20/2007 06:18 PM
I visit it every time I ride by: Quite a hill to get into it, but cute little lake to ride around.
*DOES* have vending machines for soft drinks (by the restooms; South-West end). Does have "outhouse" style restooms in various areas of park.
Augusta Bicycle Company (Augusta)
- + Had high hopes to getting a New Orleans Snowball, but found out placed was closed down. Defiance had a nice bicycle store that was open for business.
Discussion started 09/24/2006 08:17 PM by JD - 1 reply (last reply by Jeff Grigg at 05/20/2007 06:14 PM)JD from Joplin on 09/24/2006 08:17 PM
Had high hopes to getting a New Orleans Snowball, but found out placed was closed down. Defiance had a nice bicycle store that was open for business.
JD from Joplin on 09/24/2006 08:17 PM
Had high hopes to getting a New Orleans Snowball, but found out placed was closed down. Defiance had a nice bicycle store that was open for business.
Jeff Grigg from Manchester, MO on 05/20/2007 06:14 PM
Out of business? I've been by there several times this season. Still closed as of 5/19/2007. Phone service disconnected too.
It's a shame; it was a nice place.
Jeff Grigg from Manchester, MO on 05/20/2007 06:14 PM
Out of business? I've been by there several times this season. Still closed as of 5/19/2007. Phone service disconnected too.
It's a shame; it was a nice place.
Hartsburg, Missouri
- + I love Hartsburg, and the Hitching Post. Chad was a very bike friendly owner of the only bar in town. Gary Caldwell was also their and showed me around town. Very friendly place stop in and see Gar...
Discussion started 05/19/2007 06:36 PM by Gary & Chad - 0 repliesGary & Chad from Hartsburg on 05/19/2007 06:36 PM
I love Hartsburg, and the Hitching Post. Chad was a very bike friendly owner of the only bar in town. Gary Caldwell was also their and showed me around town. Very friendly place stop in and see Gary at his house 61 N Frist Street. Guest always welcome.
Abigails (Rocheport)
- + Great food and reasonable prices. A surprisingly extensive menu for such a small town. Make a reservation though or you might end up waiting a long time since the restaurant is pretty small.
Discussion started 05/18/2007 08:40 AM by Susan - 0 repliesSusan from Manhattan, KS on 05/18/2007 08:40 AM
Great food and reasonable prices. A surprisingly extensive menu for such a small town. Make a reservation though or you might end up waiting a long time since the restaurant is pretty small.
Susan from Manhattan, KS on 05/18/2007 08:40 AM
Great food and reasonable prices. A surprisingly extensive menu for such a small town. Make a reservation though or you might end up waiting a long time since the restaurant is pretty small.
Katy Trail Bed & Bikefest (Rocheport)
- + We stayed in the Attic Suite and absolutely loved it!! We would stay here again in a heartbeat. We are not big breakfast eaters so the continental type breakfast provided was adequate. We ate dinner a...
Discussion started 05/18/2007 08:30 AM by Susan - 0 repliesSusan from Manhattan, KS on 05/18/2007 08:30 AM
We stayed in the Attic Suite and absolutely loved it!! We would stay here again in a heartbeat. We are not big breakfast eaters so the continental type breakfast provided was adequate. We ate dinner at Abigails in town which was wonderful and had lunch the following day at Les Bourgoises (also delicious and with a beautiful view).
Susan from Manhattan, KS on 05/18/2007 08:30 AM
We stayed in the Attic Suite and absolutely loved it!! We would stay here again in a heartbeat. We are not big breakfast eaters so the continental type breakfast provided was adequate. We ate dinner at Abigails in town which was wonderful and had lunch the following day at Les Bourgoises (also delicious and with a beautiful view).
Cliff Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn (Jefferson City)
- + We stayed here on May 10 and had a wonderful evening before starting our bike trip. Thom made us feel very welcome and provided lots of information about where to eat in town. The area around the capi...
Discussion started 05/18/2007 08:26 AM by Susan - 0 repliesSusan from Manhattan, KS on 05/18/2007 08:26 AM
We stayed here on May 10 and had a wonderful evening before starting our bike trip. Thom made us feel very welcome and provided lots of information about where to eat in town. The area around the capitol is beautiful with several nice restaurants and an easy walk from the B&B. Breakfast was excellent also.
Susan from Manhattan, KS on 05/18/2007 08:26 AM
We stayed here on May 10 and had a wonderful evening before starting our bike trip. Thom made us feel very welcome and provided lots of information about where to eat in town. The area around the capitol is beautiful with several nice restaurants and an easy walk from the B&B. Breakfast was excellent also.
Polly's B&B and Tea Room (Pilot Grove)
- + We just spent the night at Polly's on May 12. Polly herself is a wonderful hostess and fixed us a breakfast fit for a king. We had to tell her to stop bringing the waffles out!! She sat and visited wi...
Discussion started 05/18/2007 08:20 AM by Susan - 0 repliesSusan from Manhattan, KS on 05/18/2007 08:20 AM
We just spent the night at Polly's on May 12. Polly herself is a wonderful hostess and fixed us a breakfast fit for a king. We had to tell her to stop bringing the waffles out!! She sat and visited with us over breakfast and we had some good laughs and conversation. The house is cute with a really nice front porch to sit out on after a long day or early in the morning before you start a day. If you are in the area, definitely consider staying here. You won't be disappointed.
Susan from Manhattan, KS on 05/18/2007 08:20 AM
We just spent the night at Polly's on May 12. Polly herself is a wonderful hostess and fixed us a breakfast fit for a king. We had to tell her to stop bringing the waffles out!! She sat and visited with us over breakfast and we had some good laughs and conversation. The house is cute with a really nice front porch to sit out on after a long day or early in the morning before you start a day. If you are in the area, definitely consider staying here. You won't be disappointed.
Expected flood conditions 16 - 19 May??
- + We (a family of six) are planning to bike the trail from Sedalia to St. Charles this coming week (16-19 May). Does anybody out there have any info on expected conditions anywhere along that stretch? ...
Discussion started 05/13/2007 12:31 PM by Steve - 4 replies (last reply by Dave Clements at 05/17/2007 08:01 PM)Steve from Montgomery, AL on 05/13/2007 12:31 PM
We (a family of six) are planning to bike the trail from Sedalia to St. Charles this coming week (16-19 May). Does anybody out there have any info on expected conditions anywhere along that stretch?
The flooding concerns seem to have been a little overblown (which, in thinking about those of you with lives tied the MO river, comes as a welcome relief).
BH from Imperial, MO on 05/15/2007 10:44 AM
My sons and 7 others are currently riding the trail from Clinton to St. Charles, the only concern they have is at McBaine to Easley. They will be riding that section Wed. Unless it is flooded, then they will take the roads. Good Luck, Barb
Paul Asel from Kansas City on 05/15/2007 10:57 AM
Three of us are planning to go from Rocheport to Jefferson City on Saturday 5-19. We would like to know the conditions on the trail from someone who has recently made the trip.
pretty deadly from taos on 05/15/2007 09:57 PM
Also would like to know trail conditions. Plan to ride from JC to Rocheport or JC to Hermann on Saturday 05-19. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.
Dave Clements from Columbia, MO on 05/17/2007 08:01 PM
As of the morning of May 17, The trail is fine from Rochport through Cooper's landing (Near Easley). At Cooper's landing you'll have water up to your ankles. At Easley the water is a couple of feet deep, but is receding. There are some roads around the trail that re-join around Wilton that should be ok.
Katy Trail
- + Is the trail open between Boonville & Rochport?
Discussion started 05/17/2007 12:18 PM - 1 reply (last reply by steve k at 05/17/2007 01:45 PM)Anonymous on 05/17/2007 12:18 PM
Is the trail open between Boonville & Rochport?
steve k from saint louis, mo on 05/17/2007 01:45 PM
I have been watching this link from DNR, as it usually gets updated every few days.
http://www.mostateparks.com/katytrail/conditions.htm
What it says now:
Trail notices as of May 17, 2007, 12:55 p.m.:
The section from MM 153.6 to MM 157.8 (at Hartsburg) is closed due to flooding
The trail at Rocheport and Hartsburg has been sandbagged to help protect the surrounding areas from flooding. Trail users should avoid those areas.
The trail from MM 161.6 to MM 163.4 (Easley area) has a layer of mud and some standing water. Trail users should be cautious in this area until clean up is completed.
There are washouts between MM 178.9 (west of Rocheport) and MM 181.5 and at MM 186.5 (east of New Franklin).
A crack is developing at MM 168.5 (east of McBaine). Trail users should exercise caution when approaching this area.
Clinton shuttle service with bike from Sedalia
- + Does anyone know of a shuttle service that will transfer a rider and bike from Amtrack in Sadalia to Clinton Katy Trail?
Discussion started 05/17/2007 12:16 PM by Rick Dorwart - 0 repliesRick Dorwart from St Charles,mo on 05/17/2007 12:16 PM
Does anyone know of a shuttle service that will transfer a rider and bike from Amtrack in Sadalia to Clinton Katy Trail?
Anticipated effects on trail due to recent rains for 6/4/07 - 6/8/07 ride
- + We are planning on riding the trail from St. Charles to Clinton the week of June 4, 2007. Can anyone provide updated information on the conditions of the trail for a ride at that time? Also, if ther...
Discussion started 05/16/2007 03:44 PM by Carol - 0 repliesCarol from Kansas City area on 05/16/2007 03:44 PM
We are planning on riding the trail from St. Charles to Clinton the week of June 4, 2007. Can anyone provide updated information on the conditions of the trail for a ride at that time? Also, if there are still areas that are washed out, does anyone have suggestions as to how to get from the washed out part of the trail to the rest of the trail?
Thanks very much!
Carol
B & L Shuttle (Sedalia)
- + I would also like to know the cost of the shuttle from Sedalia to Clinton for 2 riders and bikes
Discussion started 04/21/2007 02:49 PM - 1 reply (last reply by anonymous at 05/15/2007 09:04 AM)Anonymous on 04/21/2007 02:49 PM
I would also like to know the cost of the shuttle from Sedalia to Clinton for 2 riders and bikes
Anonymous on 04/21/2007 02:49 PM
I would also like to know the cost of the shuttle from Sedalia to Clinton for 2 riders and bikes
Anonymous on 05/15/2007 09:04 AM
$20 each
Anonymous on 05/15/2007 09:04 AM
$20 each
Klondike Park (Augusta)
- + Great park. Ranger John on the Trek was a nice dude. The hill is a challenge for sure. Do the one up to the lookout too. Only strange thing is not being able to park by the campsites. No big deal...
Discussion started 05/14/2007 03:01 PM by Rick - 1 reply (last reply by DougK at 05/14/2007 04:50 PM)Rick from Arnold, MO on 05/14/2007 03:01 PM
Great park. Ranger John on the Trek was a nice dude. The hill is a challenge for sure. Do the one up to the lookout too. Only strange thing is not being able to park by the campsites. No big deal if you're on bike and no car. Clean, well maintained. I'll go again.
Rick from Arnold, MO on 05/14/2007 03:01 PM
Great park. Ranger John on the Trek was a nice dude. The hill is a challenge for sure. Do the one up to the lookout too. Only strange thing is not being able to park by the campsites. No big deal if you're on bike and no car. Clean, well maintained. I'll go again.
DougK from Troy on 05/14/2007 04:50 PM
I second that. I stopped "off season" and the water was turned off. One of the staff actually picked me up and drove me to the conference center to get water. Can't beat it.
DougK from Troy on 05/14/2007 04:50 PM
I second that. I stopped "off season" and the water was turned off. One of the staff actually picked me up and drove me to the conference center to get water. Can't beat it.
Treloar Bar & Grill (Treloar)
- + Just rode the Katy Trail with a friend between Augusta and McKittrick on Tue, 5/8 and Wed, 5/9. We were hoping to have lunch at the Treloar Bar & Grill on Tues, but it did not open until 4pm. We arr...
Discussion started 05/13/2007 10:56 AM by JC - 0 repliesJC from KCMO on 05/13/2007 10:56 AM
Just rode the Katy Trail with a friend between Augusta and McKittrick on Tue, 5/8 and Wed, 5/9. We were hoping to have lunch at the Treloar Bar & Grill on Tues, but it did not open until 4pm. We arrived there around 1pm and the owner (I think) greeted us and asked if he could help us. He offered us food eventhough he wasn't open! Another great example of kindness and generousity on the trail. If I remember correctly, their posted hours were Mon: closed, Tues: 4pm-close, and 11am-close the rest of the week. Call before you plan on stopping for a meal. They have a vending machine with drinks outside.
JC from KCMO on 05/13/2007 10:56 AM
Just rode the Katy Trail with a friend between Augusta and McKittrick on Tue, 5/8 and Wed, 5/9. We were hoping to have lunch at the Treloar Bar & Grill on Tues, but it did not open until 4pm. We arrived there around 1pm and the owner (I think) greeted us and asked if he could help us. He offered us food eventhough he wasn't open! Another great example of kindness and generousity on the trail. If I remember correctly, their posted hours were Mon: closed, Tues: 4pm-close, and 11am-close the rest of the week. Call before you plan on stopping for a meal. They have a vending machine with drinks outside.