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mornin'glory from Ridgedale MO on 8/30/2013 1:12:42 PM:
I am planning on doing a solo ride in mid October. I won't be able to do the whole thing. I am wondering, in your all's opinion, what are the most scenic or the spots that are the "you HAVE to see this!!". Thanks!
 
ArkyKenny on 8/30/2013 2:29:06 PM:
My favorite sections: 1) McKittrick to Treloar: Remote, right on the river, 2) Sedalia to Pilot Grove: Tree tunnel.....listen for the old steam train, 3) Rocheport to Hartsburg: Take is slow, talk, read, eat, drink, take a picture, lollygag.
 
El Toro on 8/31/2013 10:46:12 AM:
Good choices listed above. I'd put them in a different order, with Rocheport to Hartsburg #1, but can't argue with the selections listed. Enjoy!
 
T dunn on 9/1/2013 2:51:20 PM:
Did the Rocheport to Hartsburg ride. About 25 miles one way. It was awesome! My wife saw a mountain lion at the Eagle Bluffs Conservation Area scenic overlook. Stayed at Yayes House in Rocheport and Hartsburg Inn in Hartsburg. Very different B&Bs but both very nice.
 
Anonymous on 9/1/2013 9:22:15 PM:
Awesome! Thanks so much!! If anyone has anything else to add please do!
 
Hank on 9/2/2013 8:53:26 PM:
I would second all of ArkyKenny's nominations but would add one more: the Weldon Spring area, roughly from Defiance to the 40-64 bridge or thereabouts. Conservation area, very woodsy in character. I've seen coyotes, turkey deer etc.
 
Don from Ellisville, MO on 9/4/2013 10:27:44 AM:
I will agree on Rocheport-Hartsburg. Not only is the scenery spectacular with the bluffs alongside, but there is the Bur Oak at McBaine and the quirky Cooper's Landing at Easley which is a definite stop.
 
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