6-day Itinerary

One can complete the Katy Trail in 4 days, but that's a rather aggressive ride and leaves little time (IMO) for exploring and enjoying the towns and history. I "glamped", not camped. Here was my itinerary - west to east:

DAY 1 - Clinton to Sedalia (35.6 miles)
Historic Hotel Bothwell

DAY 2 - Sedalia to Boonville (37.2 miles)

Hotel Frederick had no vacancy, so I stayed at Isle of Capri Casino Hotel.
Main Street Diner for breakfast is a great option.

DAY 3 - Boonville to N. Jefferson City (48.6 miles)

Katy Trail Cottage, Jeff City

Breakfast at Meriwether's Cafe in Rocheport.
Tried to eat lunch in Hartsburg at The Burg, but it was closed.

DAY 4 - N. Jefferson City to McKittrick

Joey's Birdhouse, McKittrick

Breakfast at Landing Zone in Jeff City.
Ate mid-day in Portland at Holzhauser's Bar & Grill.

DAY 5 - McKittrick to Washington (Dutzow)(26.8 miles)

Best Western Plus, WA

Snacks at Peers General Store.
Ate lunch at KT Caboose in Marthasville.

NOTE: The route from Katy Trail to WA is at least 4 miles via Augusta Bottom Road--6 if you stay at the Best Western Plus. So add these miles to your total.

DAY 6 - WA to Machens (St. Charles) (47.1 miles)

Comfort Suites, St. Charles

Snacks at Defiance General Store.
Lunch at Bike Stop Cafe, St. Charles.

Celebratory dinner: Imo's Pizza (St. Louis style) or Hendrick's BBQ.

Shuttle back to Clinton: Bike Stop Cafe

Lunch in Clinton: Square 109 restaurant on Historic Square.