boonsville to Hartsburg or Jefferson city ideas

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vicki from omaha on 9/30/2013 12:34:43 PM:

Riding boonsville to either hartsburg or jeff City. Staying in Boonsville and rocheport overnight. What places would you recommend staying also include hartsburg and jef city. School house and yates in rocheport are not available the time we are going to be there. Also recommend any places to eat as well! this will be first time riding on the trail.

Trek on 9/30/2013 1:58:29 PM:

We've stayed at Cliff Manor B&B and Capital Plaza hotel in Jefferson City. Both are close to the capital with good views of the river. Madisons, Ari's Pizza, among others are close for something to eat.

The bistro at Les Bourgeois is a decent place to eat in Rocheport as well as either the General Store and Abigails downtown. The Schoolhouse is okay, but really not all that for the price. We'd rather stay at the Hotel Frederick in Boonville. It's close to the trail, casino, downtown and has a restaurant inside. Some think its overpriced too, but we seem to migrate back there.

vicki from omaha on 9/30/2013 3:15:50 PM:

I want to spend night in Boonsville so I will look at Frederick. I was hoping to spend the day/night in Rocheporte. It looks like a town that has alot to do? But can't find a place to stay. I have heard the ride from Boonsville to Hartsburg is a popular ride.

Hank on 9/30/2013 6:43:16 PM:

I love the Hotel Fredrick. A bit pricy but worth it. I love Rocheport to visit but have never stayed there. They seem to appeal to a higher priced demographic.

One thing you might consider is running up to Columbia. Nine miles off the Katy, 18 miles round trip, but a plethora of lodging, food etc. You can spend a long afternoon in Rocheport (eat lunch in town, then ride up to Les Bourgios for an aperitif) then back on the bike for a 20-some mile cruise to Columbia. No problem.

vicki from omaha on 10/1/2013 7:53:12 AM:

thanks I will check out Columbia area. I now need a place to stay in Jefferson City that is close to trail...ideas? Places to eat and stop from rocheporte to jefferson city?

Anonymous on 10/1/2013 11:47:06 AM:

Jeff City is really not that close to the trail.
Lot of great stuff to see if you have the time and a place to leave your bike (the state Capitol). If time is not on your side, recommend you look at Hartsburg. Lodging and food 30 seconds off the trail. About 10 miles from Jefferson City.

Trek on 10/1/2013 1:28:15 PM:

Google maps shows that its more like 2.9 from the North Jefferson trailhead to the capital complex. Cliff Manor and Capital Plaza are both between the bridge and the capital, so they are actually closer than the 2.9.

But you are correct in that food and lodging in Hartsburg are closer to the trail.

The Trip Planner above may be worth your time checking it out, Vicki.

vicki from omaha on 10/1/2013 1:32:41 PM:

ok I will stay in Hartsburg.Suggestions on places to stay and eat? Thanks everyone for responses..much appreciated.

sarah from Little Rock on 10/1/2013 4:17:00 PM:

We are staying at the Globe B and B in Hartsburg, which I hear is good - nice owner. Grand Hotel seems to be the place to eat dinner.

Trek on 10/1/2013 4:39:52 PM:

Dotty's Cafe has been a favorite of Katy riders for many years. It is comfort food with a great atmosphere and service.

The Hartsburg Grand is a bit more upscale. It is in the building that used to be the bike shop.

We've been to each place and would recommend either depending on what you're looking for.

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