K MacAfee from St Paul, MN on 9/30/2008 9:22:10 PM:
I just completed an out and back from St Charles to Jeff City. The trail is in great condition from St Charles to Hermann but has rough spots and one washout west of that. The prettiest section for me was between McKittrick and Treloar.
I stayed at and highly recommend the Doll House B&B in Rhineland, the Briar Rose in Jeff City and the Brick Inn in Washington. Great hosts, rooms and food, and warm hospitality.
It was great fun and I hope to complete it soon.