Clinton Community Center in Clinton
- + Biking Clinton to St Charles in August. Hoping this blog is still running. Last input was 2024. Wondering about long term parking. We are planning about 8 days for the ride. Thx!
Discussion started 01/25/26 12:59:41 PM by Mary S - 2 replies (last reply by CurtM at 01/27/26 2:27:36 PM)Mary S from Phoenix on 01/25/26 12:59:41 PM
Biking Clinton to St Charles in August. Hoping this blog is still running. Last input was 2024. Wondering about long term parking. We are planning about 8 days for the ride. Thx!
Bill in Columbia (was Houston) on 01/26/26 7:29:07 AM
I was in Clinton a few months ago, and there were vehicles in the long term parking area of the lot. Their maximum official allowable duration may be shorter than 8 days. Just call them and ask. Happy Riding!
CurtM from Farmington AR on 01/27/26 2:27:36 PM
The Clinton Community Center is collocated with the Senior Center and contains the gym, swimming pool and showers. There is designated parking for trail users at the center. When you arrive, check in with the front desk and complete the trail user form, or you can call ahead of time. I've parked there several times on extended trips without incident, and have never seen the parking lot full. From the center parking lot, take the off-street bike trail to the trailhead off Highway 52, about 1/2 mile. There is some camping available on the center grounds. Clinton's easy to navigate if you need trail supplies, restaurants, lodging, bike shops and so on.
Quality Inn Boonville in Boonville
- + can bicycle be brought into room for safety? what arrangements are available for storing bicycles overnight?
Discussion started 01/25/26 1:33:14 PM - 3 replies (last reply by Eric at 01/26/26 10:23:51 AM)anonymous from huntsville al on 01/25/26 1:33:14 PM
can bicycle be brought into room for safety? what arrangements are available for storing bicycles overnight?
Bill R. from Wentzville on 01/25/26 2:38:47 PM
660-200-9527
Operators are standing by.
John H from Pacific on 01/26/26 9:28:46 AM
My group of three cyclist stayed there a few years ago and kept our bikes in our rooms. For that matter I've overnighted in many different motels and have always brought my bike in the room.
Eric from KCMO on 01/26/26 10:23:51 AM
I’ve taken my bike into quite a few hotels, including several nowhere near a trail and no one has expressed any concern ever. Those bike tires don’t touch anything that shoes don’t touch. Or two wheel delivery carts, etc. You could bring a microfiber to dust the tires with as a gesture of goodwill. If you or the bike are really muddy that might make someone speak up, but if you practice Leave No Trace principles in your life it’s a moot point. I have no experience with that hotel, but since they are on or near the Katy, they’ve had plenty of cyclists before. If in doubt, call and ask them and of course get a name. I would add that I have seen signs that request guests don’t use hotel towels to clean bikes.
Silos at Prairie Vale
- + Has anyone stayed at The Silos at Prairie Vale near Green Ridge? I like to stay in non-standard places and wondered if anyone has stayed here.
Discussion started 01/24/26 6:29:37 PM by SMCbikefun - 1 reply (last reply by TA at 01/25/26 6:00:42 AM)SMCbikefun from Michigan on 01/24/26 6:29:37 PM
Has anyone stayed at The Silos at Prairie Vale near Green Ridge? I like to stay in non-standard places and wondered if anyone has stayed here.
TA from KC MO on 01/25/26 6:00:42 AM
Stayed at the silos during 2020 thru ride. Great ride off the trail, easy to find, hospitality from both hosts & farm animals was superb. Enjoy the Katy
Katy Trail
- + We will be traveling from AZ to MN/WI later this summer. We have never ridden the Katy Trail. Can someone offer 2 or 3 scenic, historic, fun segments to target for a couple days of riding? Since we'll...
Discussion started 01/03/26 3:13:23 PM by Heidi - 4 replies (last reply at 01/06/26 10:01:48 AM)Heidi from Phoenix on 01/03/26 3:13:23 PM
We will be traveling from AZ to MN/WI later this summer. We have never ridden the Katy Trail. Can someone offer 2 or 3 scenic, historic, fun segments to target for a couple days of riding? Since we'll only have maybe 2 or 3 days in the area, I'd like to narrow down some really nice segments to focus on. Thanks!
Bill R. from Wentzville on 01/03/26 5:02:51 PM
The painted silos in Matson are cool and a good photo op. The old stone jail in Matson is a few yards from the trailhead there. The Rocheport tunnel. Green Ridge and Pilot Grove are my two favorite trailheads.
Bill R. from Wentzville on 01/04/26 11:10:08 AM
Between Clifton City and Pilot Grove - probably about 3 miles or so east of Clifton City - is one of the old railroad signals.
Bill in Columbia (was Houston) on 01/06/26 9:54:57 AM
Get on the trail in Rocheport, ride west through the tunnel, and out to the clay tile silo in Pearsons. Ride back to Rocheport, and ride east until you get a view of the river and the bluffs. Ride back to Rocheport and have lunch at Meriwether's
anonymous on 01/06/26 10:01:48 AM
The Boonville to Huntsdale section encompasses the Rocheport area. We've enjoyed this section for many years. The only tunnel on the Katy in Rocheport, the quaintness of Rocheport and the massive limestone bluffs east of Rocheport are worthy of the trip. The historic Hotel Frederick in Boonville is a nice stay as well as other eclectic B&B's in the Rocheport area. The A-frame and bistro at the winery NE of Rocheport have been favorites as well.
The Bluffton to Hermann area has also been a favorite of ours. More limestone bluffs on this route too. Hermann is an awesome stop with its German influence from wineries, breweries, restaurants, quaint shops and awesome B&B's. Swiss Meats a few miles south of town is a great place to pick up brats, summer sausage, etc. to snack on.
My 2 cents worth which may or may not align with your perception of scenic, historic, or fun. The Katy is what it is....a nice meander through central Missouri. Hope you enjoy your visit to our trail!
Long term parking in Clinton
- + I will be driving into Clinton from the Las Vegas area later this year and I will need to park my vehicle there as my brother will be coming in from the East coast to St. Charles and shuttling to Clin...
Discussion started 01/02/26 5:44:51 PM by Ken - 3 replies (last reply by Anne Reed at 01/04/26 5:18:52 PM)Ken from Henderson, NV on 01/02/26 5:44:51 PM
I will be driving into Clinton from the Las Vegas area later this year and I will need to park my vehicle there as my brother will be coming in from the East coast to St. Charles and shuttling to Clinton to ride the trail. Can someone please advise if there is secure or relatively secure parking for our vehicles in both Clinton and St. Charles?
Thank you, in advance, for any recommendations.
Bill R. from Wentzville on 01/03/26 7:11:29 AM
On the west end, I would contact the Clinton senior center (660-885-3482) and/or their police department ((660) 885-2679) for that advice. The senior center is very close to the trailhead and has a large parking area.
On the St. Charles end I would ask the shuttle provider for advice.
CurtM from Farmington AR on 01/04/26 12:56:37 PM
West end: The Clinton Community Center is collocated with the Senior Center and contains the gym and swimming pool. There are also showers. There is some camping available on the center grounds. There is designated parking for trail users at the center. Check in with the front desk and complete the trail user form. From the center parking lot, you can take the off-street bike trail to the trailhead off Highway 52, about 1/2 mile. I've parked there several times on extended trips without incident. Clinton's pretty easy to navigate if you need trail supplies, restaurants, lodging, bike shops and so on.
East end: There is open parking in St Charles adjacent to the trail, which is close to lodging, shops, restaurants, etc. Bike Stop Cafe is nearby; it offers shuttle service if you're interested. The trail runs through historic St Charles: Frontier Park, Lewis and Clark Memorial, boat house, etc. Haven't parked there but the area is host to lots of community events and kind of old town; very different from the city of St Charles.
Anne Reed from Phoenix on 01/04/26 5:18:38 PM
At St Charles you can park at the trailhead behind the Country Inn and Suites. One of the shuttle services picks up there at the white gazebo. I do it every year. As in 4 times so far. Super safe. Also a 5th time I parked in Clinton. Totally safe. I drive from Phoenix every year and my brother drives from Florida. Our annual trip. It’s amazing every time. We always stay at the Country Inn the night before and after. It’s also amazing. Have fun. ??
Amvets Post 153 in Mokane
- + Been there twice and got stolen from both times.
Discussion started 12/24/25 7:56:16 PM by Dave - 8 replies (last reply by CurtM at 01/04/26 1:14:02 PM)Dave from Steedman on 12/24/25 7:56:16 PM
Been there twice and got stolen from both times.
Anne Reed from Phoenix on 12/25/25 10:31:37 AM
What was stolen? From while you were inside? Reason I ask is because I went last year while riding the Katy and we left our bikes outside. Had a great time. Plan to stop again this year but I’m super cautious. So I want to know what to be careful of. Thanks so much!! Appreciate the insight.
Bill R. from Wentzville on 12/25/25 2:46:05 PM
I've been there a few times, also. It's a quaint little town. I never had a problem. Heck, the original jail is right by Post 153. I wouldn't want to spend any time in that slammer. Surely that would deter someone. :) Curious as to what was stolen.
Bill in Columbia (was Houston) on 12/28/25 4:11:41 PM
Hmm, while you were camping, or while you were in the restaurant? What kind of stuff was stolen?
Jim from St. Thomas on 12/31/25 3:24:26 PM
Steedman is only 4 miles or so from Mokane.
Maybe a local with axe to grind?
Clinton from Clinton on 01/01/26 9:46:58 PM
Damn, Dave, did they lift your candy necklace outta the handlebar basket of your Huffy, or did they swipe the ABBA tape from your Walkman while you were snoozing off the Natty Daddys in your Coleman Insta-Dome or what the hell happened there, Man? And Twice! We have a right to know.
Bill R. from Wentzville on 01/02/26 11:28:07 AM
My guess is - and I'm quoting Jack Nicholson in "A Few Good Men" - "you can't handle the truth!"
Clinton from Clinton on 01/03/26 8:23:44 PM
Yikes, you’re probably right about that, Bills!
CurtM from Farmington AR on 01/04/26 1:14:02 PM
Skeptical about this comment; author seems like a troll. I've been on several Katy Trail tours; thievery has never been as issue anywhere. I've left my bike in yards, porches all night without locking it up. No longer carry a chain or cable. Parked outside of Casey's, cafes, etc., while getting lunch or supplies. After settling in for the night, have walked to restaurants, convenience stores, Deon's, etc., in the dark; might run into a possum but that's about it. In short, nobody on the trail wants your stuff.
Bluffton Barn in Bluffton
- + Is the barn closed?
Discussion started 12/13/25 5:01:44 AM by Scott - 1 reply (last reply by Bill in Columbia (was Houston) at 12/28/25 4:10:36 PM)Scott from SW city on 12/13/25 5:01:44 AM
Is the barn closed?
Bill in Columbia (was Houston) on 12/28/25 4:10:36 PM
I believe that it is closed, and has been sold.
Rock Island Trail construction
- + I just looked at the Agenda for Public Works' meeting this Monday and it includes this----
AN ORDINANCE appropriating $950,000.00 from the undesignated
fund balance of the 2025 Grant Fund and awardi...
Discussion started 12/11/25 5:08:56 PM by Rick - 0 repliesRick from KC on 12/11/25 5:08:56 PM
I just looked at the Agenda for Public Works' meeting this Monday and it includes this----
AN ORDINANCE appropriating $950,000.00 from the undesignated
fund balance of the 2025 Grant Fund and awarding a contract for the
furnishing of construction services to Terry Snelling of Independence, MO for the Rock Island Trail Greenwood Connector, under the terms
and conditions of Invitation to Bid No. 25-034 at a cost to the County not to exceed $1,914,489.00.
I hadn't heard anything about this portion of the trail for awhile now and hope this is good news about getting a portion finished between Pleasant Hill and Lee's Summit.
Katy Trail Celebrity Spotting!
- + Kim and Ray!
https://youtube.com/clip/Ugkx8i2Py3U10aVwh4nsU9tu2EiEM67dsKGX?si=KNlt797O_dFQTRmK
Discussion started 12/04/25 1:51:29 PM by Bill in Columbia (was Houston) - 5 replies (last reply by Kim Henderson - Kim's Cabins at 12/09/25 3:52:53 PM)Bill in Columbia (was Houston) on 12/04/25 1:51:29 PM
Kim and Ray!
https://youtube.com/clip/Ugkx8i2Py3U10aVwh4nsU9tu2EiEM67dsKGX?si=KNlt797O_dFQTRmK
Ray (webmaster) on 12/04/25 3:40:19 PM
Vlady had a very interesting story! I would highly recommend watching his youtube videos.
And Kim has an interesting story too. You'll have to stay at her cabins for that. :-)
Bill in Columbia (was Houston) on 12/04/25 6:22:34 PM
I'm working my way through the videos! He is interesting. The algorithm showed me the Katy video first, so now I need to go back to watch the earlier ones.
I got to meet Kim in person last year, so that was nice. I didn't know that you also lived nearby.
Ray (webmaster) on 12/04/25 7:26:26 PM
Bill no actually I live in the St Louis area, but I have a lot of family spread around the Calhoun to Clinton to Holden area.
I was at a family event that day, and on a whim swung past the cabins on my way home - had the good fortune to meet both Kim and Vlady, and got a nice walk on the trail too!
Bill in Columbia (was Houston) on 12/08/25 12:39:35 AM
Ah, gotcha!
Kim Henderson - Kim's Cabins from Windsor on 12/09/25 3:52:53 PM
Oh nice - thanks for sharing!! Not sure I'd ever seen that after our visit. You meet the most wonderful people on the trails!
Dutzow General Store in Dutzow
- + As far as I can tell, this place is just a cutesy "antique" store, and not any kind of grocery store.
Discussion started 12/08/25 7:54:03 PM by Bill in Columbia (was Houston) - 1 reply (last reply by Bill R. at 12/09/25 6:57:37 AM)Bill in Columbia (was Houston) on 12/08/25 7:54:03 PM
As far as I can tell, this place is just a cutesy "antique" store, and not any kind of grocery store.
Bill R. from Wentzville on 12/09/25 6:57:37 AM
I guess it depends on your definition of "grocery." I have gotten some immediately consumable foods from there, both liquid and solid. I would not limit it to dry goods only. I normally stop in there after I end at the Dutzow trailhead.
Katy Trail stuff
- + If you're thinking about giving Katy Trail ornaments, shirts, patches, or stickers as a Christmas gift, please be aware that DECEMBER 16 is the last day to order and be sure of delivery by Christmas.
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Discussion started 12/06/25 7:14:13 PM by Ray (webmaster) - 0 repliesRay (webmaster) on 12/06/25 7:14:13 PM
If you're thinking about giving Katy Trail ornaments, shirts, patches, or stickers as a Christmas gift, please be aware that DECEMBER 16 is the last day to order and be sure of delivery by Christmas.
And to help encourage you to do that.... if your merchandise order includes a Katy Trail ornament and is over $20 (excluding books), the shipping is free!
See merchandise here:
https://bikekatytrail.com/merchandise.aspxHappy trails, Merry Christmas, and thanks for visiting BikeKatyTrail.com!
Kim's Cabins in Windsor
- + Stayed at Kim's Cabins November 5, 2025. Excellent place to stay. I was by myself, but the cabin had two queen beds, a pull out couch and a rollaway. Has kitchen and is right on the trail. She has...
Discussion started 11/19/25 11:49:50 AM by Haughwout - 2 replies (last reply by Cathy at 11/22/25 11:14:35 PM)Haughwout from Flagstaff on 11/19/25 11:49:50 AM
Stayed at Kim's Cabins November 5, 2025. Excellent place to stay. I was by myself, but the cabin had two queen beds, a pull out couch and a rollaway. Has kitchen and is right on the trail. She has a total of four of these cabins.
I came from the Rock Island trail which goes UNDER the Katy trail and then you have to make a right to stay on the KATY trail (if you go straight the trail will eventually end). When you leave Kim's Cabins to continue towards Machens, be sure to turn left which takes you over the bridge over the Rock Island Trail. Otherwise you are going the wrong way.
I ate at the Mexican food place which was good enough and cheap enough - walking distance... like everything in the small town.
Kim was super friendly and helpful.
Kim Henderson - Kim's Cabins from Windsor on 11/20/25 12:11:16 PM
Thanks so much- it was great to meet you and have you stay at Kim's Cabins! Ive enjoyed all your reviews and know all of us, as small businesses, appreciate the feedback, as do other trail users! As the tracks were taken out and the Katy evolved, I watched trail activity start, from the windows of the bank by Caseys where I was an officer. I felt Windsor had lots of potential as a trail town and started following this site to get ideas of what was needed by trail users. Lodging stood out to me and the year before the 47 miles of Rock Island opened in 2016 I to I took the plunge and put in little Cabin #1 ??
Cathy from Churchill, PA on 11/22/25 11:14:35 PM
Thanks Kim for filling us in on how you came to building your cabins. I moved from Jefferson City, MO to Pittsburgh, PA in 2017 and never got to ride on the Rock Island Trail. I hope to get back to central Missouri one day and ride the Rock Island and revisit the Katy. I will certainly try to plan a stay in one of your cabins.