Camping for a group of 20+ Scouts?

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Ted from Minneapolis on 10/31/2024 3:38:34 PM:

My Scouts in Minneapolis decided to bike from Kansas City to St Louis, and we are just starting to plan this Trip for June of 2025.

I'm pretty sure we won't come close to making it the whole way, and part of the planning process will be figuring out where we start, where we stop, and where we camp in between.

I've read through a lot of the reviews about campgrounds, but very few mention any kind of group reference.

Can anyone suggest some campsites that might be good for 20-25 Scouts? We'll have a few shuttle vehicles as well.

Also if anyone has any suggestions for a Scout Troop doing this we'd love to hear it.

Gary from Near Tebbetts on 10/31/2024 5:03:49 PM:

You could start by checking out some organized rides and see when they do their rides and where they camp. One that comes to mind is the bigbamride.com

The Department of Revenue had annual rides in June but they no longer do those.

One thing about riding in June - the daylight is longer but it can also be hotter.

Charlie W. @ Katy-Rock Junction from Windsor on 10/31/2024 9:15:39 PM:

Ted, we have enjoyed hosting Scout troops on many occasions at our campground at Katy-Rock Junction, LLC in Windsor, Mo. We offer a safe, clean, and enjoyable camping experience just a few feet from the Katy Trail with lots of amenities and a Scouts group rate, as well as ample vehicle parking and secure bike storage. We would be delighted if you would consider including a stay at Katy-Rock Junction in your 2025 Scouts cycling adventure. You can reach us at 660-233-1010. Happy Trails!

Anonymous on 11/1/2024 10:51:25 AM:

Windsor has an option.

The Katy Roundhouse in New Franklin comes to mind. Have camped there before when a scout group was there also. The Hermann city park and Klondike park may also be options.

The Trip Planner will let you see where camping is available. From there I would contact camp providers directly to discuss the reality of a group of your size using there facility. Reservations and/or info directly from them may prevent the disappointment of just trying to stop in.

Being a Scout myself, I'm a firm believer in the moto "Be Prepared."

Mark from Lee's Summit on 11/1/2024 5:56:37 PM:

In my opinion, you would want to plan for 50 to 60 mile days, so here is my recommendation: Pleasant Hill trailhead on the Rock Island Trail just southeast of Kansas City to Windsor (48 miles and absolutely stay at the Katy-Rock Junction); Windsor to New Franklin (61 miles of rolling hills and stay at the Katy Roundhouse campsite); New Franklin to Tebbetts (57 miles and stay inside at the Turner Shelter with all of their bunkbeds); Tebbetts to Marthasville (54 miles and camp at their Community Club Park); finally Marthasville to St. Charles (40 miles). If you want to ring the bell at the end of the trail in Machens, then that will be another 13 miles and you will then have to double back a few miles to get picked up and load your trailers.

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