Missourian from Eastern MO on 8/6/2026 12:03:09 PM:
Good day, Tom.
I think most people would agree that the sections of the trail near Rocheport include some of the most scenic areas anywhere along the crushed limestone path. On the west side of town is the only remaining original railroad tunnel. And as you travel to the east from Rocheport there are tall bluffs against the trail to the left, and immediately to the right are the banks of the Missouri River.
Towns with lodging to the east of Rocheport incude Hartsburg (24.7 mi) and North Jefferson (and across the river from the trail is the state capitol of Jefferson City) [35.1 mi].
Lodging to the west of Rocheport can be found in the towns of Booneville (13.5 mi), and Pilot Grove (25.0). And, just a lil EXTRA info: there is a casino adjacent to the trail in Booneville.
I hope this info is helpful, and wish you happy trails and good times. BTW, the Katy Trail State Park office will gladly send a map of the trail with PLENTY of useful information to anyone who requests one by dialing 573-449-7402.