{"id":403,"date":"2026-05-05T16:20:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-05T16:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/?page_id=403"},"modified":"2026-05-08T18:49:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T18:49:24","slug":"missouri-katy-trail-bicycle-path-bicycle-tour-october-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/missouri-katy-trail-bicycle-path-bicycle-tour-october-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Missouri: Katy Trail Bicycle Path Bicycle Tour October 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"403\" class=\"elementor elementor-403\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-d9771de elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"d9771de\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-562af6f\" data-id=\"562af6f\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-81db1b9 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"81db1b9\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-35025be\" data-id=\"35025be\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6db247b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6db247b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"333\" height=\"175\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/logo4.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-25\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/logo4.png 333w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/logo4-300x158.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 333px) 100vw, 333px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-16d45ac\" data-id=\"16d45ac\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-79243af elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"79243af\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-c19ce65\" data-id=\"c19ce65\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-48a619f elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"48a619f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7caf23d col-menu elementor-nav-menu--dropdown-none animated-slow elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-nav-menu\" data-id=\"7caf23d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;layout&quot;:&quot;vertical&quot;,&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;fadeIn&quot;,&quot;_animation_delay&quot;:0.4,&quot;submenu_icon&quot;:{&quot;value&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg aria-hidden=\\&quot;true\\&quot; 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class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-24c9442 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"24c9442\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">2026\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dca2e3b elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"dca2e3b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"#\">Missouri: Katy Trail Bicycle Tour (October 18-23, 2026) 6-days\/5-nights<\/a><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a12792 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2a12792\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li>Single hotel base &#8211; Sleeping at the same hotel for the entire tour, unpacking only once.<\/li><li>Bicycling back to the base hotel half the days.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c4a43cf elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c4a43cf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><a href=\"#\">\u25b6\ufe0fQuick Book<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b3f037c elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b3f037c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"647\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1425.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1924\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1425.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1425-300x162.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1425-1024x552.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1425-768x414.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9ae5953 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9ae5953\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>America&#8217;s Longest Rail-Trail Adventure: Experience the Katy Trail State Park, the longest developed rail-trail in the United States at nearly 240 miles of smooth, crushed-limestone path\u2014built on the historic Missouri-Kansas-Texas (MKT or &#8220;Katy&#8221;) Railroad corridor, stretching from Clinton to Machens with 26 trailheads and four restored depots.<\/div><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li><strong>Curated Daily Routes on the Best Sections:<\/strong>\u00a0Ride the most scenic and iconic portions each day, covering highlights like river bluffs, farmlands, and charming small towns\u2014perfectly paced for enjoyment without needing to tackle the entire length.<\/li><li><strong>Multi-Trail Prestige &amp; Hall of Fame Status:<\/strong>\u00a0Designated as part of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail, the American Discovery Trail, and a Millennium Legacy Trail; inducted into the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Hall of Fame in 2008 for its exceptional design and impact.<\/li><li><strong>Stunning Missouri River Scenery:<\/strong>\u00a0Pedal alongside the mighty Missouri River for miles of breathtaking views\u2014towering limestone bluffs, lush floodplains, rolling farmlands, and peaceful woodlands\u2014while passing through historic small towns that once bustled along the railroad tracks.<\/li><li>I<strong>deal for Every Rider:\u00a0<\/strong>Bicycling reigns as the top activity on this mostly flat, car-free trail (with occasional hikers, equestrians, and backpackers allowed); expect gentle riding with frequent photo ops, benches, and wildlife sightings amid Missouri&#8217;s diverse, ever-changing landscapes.<\/li><li><strong>Smart Wind-Proof Routing:<\/strong>\u00a0Missouri headwinds? No problem\u2014we&#8217;ve designed every day&#8217;s route to be fully reversible! Simply flip the direction based on the forecast for tailwinds instead (because who doesn&#8217;t prefer a gentle push over a battle?).<\/li><li><strong>Trail Surface Built for Comfort:<\/strong>\u00a0Enjoy the firm, well-maintained crushed-limestone surface &#8211; suitable for most bikes, though we recommend hybrids, gravel bikes, e-bikes, or wider-tire models for the smoothest, worry-free ride.<\/li><li><strong>Unpack Once, Relax All Week:<\/strong>\u00a0Settle into one comfortable hotel base for the entire trip &#8211; no daily packing or moving! Return each evening to the same spot for easy rest, recovery, and familiar amenities after your daily adventures.<\/li><li><strong>Effortlessly Flat &amp; Accessible:<\/strong>\u00a0Over approximately 160 miles of riding, encounter remarkably low elevation change &#8211; truly gentle and beginner-friendly, with an average gain that&#8217;s minimal for rail-trail standards, letting you focus on the scenery, not the climbs!<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f36cec1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f36cec1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"188\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Image-9-16-25-Missouri.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1923\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Image-9-16-25-Missouri.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Image-9-16-25-Missouri-300x47.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Image-9-16-25-Missouri-1024x160.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Image-9-16-25-Missouri-768x120.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c43118b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c43118b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><em>Tour highlights:<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4cfc670 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4cfc670\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Day 1, Sunday<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6baddcc elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6baddcc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0015.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1922\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0015.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0015-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0015-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0015-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2e7e707 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2e7e707\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1403_0.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1921\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1403_0.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1403_0-300x157.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1403_0-1024x536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1403_0-768x402.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fa3d247 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"fa3d247\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"654\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1430_0.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1920\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1430_0.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1430_0-300x164.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1430_0-1024x558.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1430_0-768x419.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b974aa3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b974aa3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>Welcome Dinner\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b302eaa elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b302eaa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>Start your Katy Trail bicycling vacation on Saturday in the welcoming capital city of Jefferson City, Missouri\u2014a charming, mid-sized hub (population ~43,000, with a metro area of about 150,000\u2013152,000) that&#8217;s perfectly sized for easy exploration without feeling overwhelming. Situated midway between Kansas City and St. Louis along the mighty Missouri River, the city proudly bears the name of America&#8217;s third president, Thomas Jefferson.\u00a0Jefferson City boasts a rich history: Founded as the state capital in 1821, it served as a key Union stronghold during the Civil War, occupied early on by federal forces under General Nathaniel Lyon to secure Missouri for the Union. Today, its economy thrives on government, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, education, and tourism, creating a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere.<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div>Notable connections include Arthur Frommer, the legendary travel writer and founder of the iconic Frommer&#8217;s guides (which sold over 75 million copies worldwide before the internet era)\u2014he spent part of his childhood here during the Great Depression. Take time to discover Jefferson City&#8217;s highlights: Marvel at the grand Missouri State Capitol, an architectural gem overlooking the river with stunning murals by Thomas Hart Benton, free tours, and the engaging Missouri State Museum inside. Nearby, admire the historic Missouri Governor\u2019s Mansion (one of the oldest executive residences open to the public, with guided tours available seasonally\u2014check ahead!), the elegant St. Peter Church adjacent to the Capitol grounds, and other nearby landmarks that showcase the city&#8217;s beauty and heritage.<\/div><div><br \/>In the late afternoon, gather at your hotel at 4:00 pm for a friendly welcome meeting, followed by a delicious group dinner with new and returning rider friends. It&#8217;s the perfect way to kick off your unforgettable week of pedaling along one of America&#8217;s premier rail-trails\u2014cheers to great rides, scenery, and camaraderie ahead!<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-23a26e3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"23a26e3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><em>Dinner:<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-57c931a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"57c931a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Dukes-47-1920w.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1919\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Dukes-47-1920w.webp 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Dukes-47-1920w-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Dukes-47-1920w-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55cfc3d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"55cfc3d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><b>Duke&#8217;s on the Boulevard<\/b><\/div><div><em>&#8211; #1 Ranked Restaurant in the City by TripAdvisor &#8211;<\/em><\/div><div><div>Jefferson City, Missouri<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cd1c42c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cd1c42c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><em>Entr\u00e9e Choices include:<\/em><\/div><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li><b>Ahi Tuna Salad<\/b>\u00a0&#8211; Seared rare tuna, cabbage, carrots, ginger vinaigrette, Yum-Yum, and wontons<\/li><li><strong>Duke&#8217;s Specialty Smash Burgers<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; Brioche bun with choices including Duke&#8217;s\u00a0Original, The Frisco, Hangover and The Melt<\/li><li><strong>Blackened Atlantic Salmon<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; Honey glaze and steak butter served with your choice of two sides<\/li><li><strong>NOLA Pasta<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; Chicken breast, Andouille sausage, Alfredo, marinara &amp; penne pasta<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-70eb43d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"70eb43d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><em>Lodging:<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0318080 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"0318080\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-king-sofa-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1918\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-king-sofa-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-king-sofa-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-king-sofa-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-king-sofa-1-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-68a7a74 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"68a7a74\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-pool.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1917\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-pool.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-pool-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-pool-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-pool-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1a44828 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"1a44828\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-breakfast-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1916\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-breakfast-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-breakfast-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-breakfast-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/jefcchx-breakfast-1-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6a831ff elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6a831ff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Hampton-by-Hilton-1.jpg\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5c30b89 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5c30b89\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li><div><strong>Hampton Inn Jefferson City<\/strong><\/div><div>Jefferson City, Missouri<\/div><div>(Stay at the same hotel for the entire bicycle tour. Just unpack one time!)<\/div><div><ul><li>Internet<\/li><li>Business Center<\/li><li>HD TVs<\/li><li>Fitness Center<\/li><li>Coin Laundry<\/li><li><div>Indoor Pool<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-01018b5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"01018b5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Hilton-CleanStay-1.jpg\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a833441 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a833441\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Day 2, Monday<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a19c2c9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"a19c2c9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1362.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1915\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1362.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1362-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1362-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1362-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-39badd7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"39badd7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"954\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1410.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1914\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1410.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1410-300x239.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1410-1024x814.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1410-768x611.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f7699fc elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f7699fc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0009.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1913\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0009.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0009-300x130.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0009-1024x444.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0009-768x333.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e06ad38 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e06ad38\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>Sedalia Depot\/Clifton City Trailhead to Boonville Trailhead<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cf8f74f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cf8f74f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>Today\u2019s first full riding day launches your Katy Trail adventure after a scenic van shuttle to the premier starting point: the beautifully restored Sedalia Katy Depot trailhead\u2014one of the trail&#8217;s most iconic and historic spots. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1979, this grand passenger depot (fully restored in 2001) once welcomed travelers on the Missouri-Kansas-Texas (MKT or &#8220;Katy&#8221;) Railroad for decades. Take a moment to explore its exhibits, gift shop stocked with Katy Trail memorabilia, and Railroad Heritage Museum\u2014it&#8217;s the perfect spot to soak in the railroad&#8217;s rich legacy before you clip in and roll out.<\/div><div><br \/>From Sedalia (mile marker ~229), you&#8217;ll pedal northeastward on smooth crushed limestone toward Boonville, covering roughly 35\u201340 miles of gentle, mostly flat terrain (with a slight overall downhill trend in this direction). This leg stands out as the only section where the Katy Trail crosses the mighty Missouri River\u2014you&#8217;ll glide high over it via the adjacent roadway bridge (with views of the historic rail bridge nearby, currently under preservation efforts to maintain the corridor).\u00a0Along the way, enjoy classic Missouri scenery: wide-open farmlands, rolling plains, peaceful woodlands, and vintage railroad cars displayed at various trailheads. Pass through quiet whistle-stop communities like Clifton City and Pilot Grove, remnants of the railroad era that add charm and historical flavor.<\/div><div><br \/>Your destination is charming Boonville (mile marker ~191.8), a historic river town named for the legendary frontiersman Daniel Boone. Its strategic spot on the Missouri River made it a hotly contested prize during the Civil War\u2014site of the First Battle of Boonville (June 17, 1861, one of the war&#8217;s earliest land battles) plus additional engagements and occupations. Today, Boonville welcomes Katy riders with its restored Katy Depot (a rare surviving Spanish Mission-style structure from 1911\u20131912, also on the National Register, now housing a chamber office and bike shop), nearby museums, and easy access to downtown delights. This relaxed, scenic opener sets the tone for the week\u2014plenty of photo ops, benches for breaks, fresh air, and the pure joy of pedaling a car-free rail-trail through Missouri&#8217;s heartland. End your day with a well-earned rest at your hotel base, ready for more adventures tomorrow!<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><em>Breakfast provided by the hotel each morning.<\/em><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e03289e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e03289e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><strong>Bicycling Route:\u00a0<\/strong>On the Katy Trail:<\/div><ul><li>0 miles, staying at the hotel or\u00a0<\/li><li>24 miles, riding from Clifton City Trailhead to the Boonville Trailhead or<\/li><li>35 miles, riding from the Sedalia Depot Trailhead to the Boonville Trailhead.<\/li><li>[The routes are primarily on a rail trail and are\u00a0basically flat; the route from North Jefferson to the hotels has some hills and road riding.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c350b26 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c350b26\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><em>Dinner:<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ced7aa8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"ced7aa8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1160\" height=\"880\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1320fa9f-d368-476b-bfee-90f0cdd39ab8.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1912\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1320fa9f-d368-476b-bfee-90f0cdd39ab8.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1320fa9f-d368-476b-bfee-90f0cdd39ab8-300x228.jpg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1320fa9f-d368-476b-bfee-90f0cdd39ab8-1024x777.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1320fa9f-d368-476b-bfee-90f0cdd39ab8-768x583.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1160px) 100vw, 1160px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4503fc0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4503fc0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><b>El Jimador\u00a0<\/b><\/div><div><div>Jefferson City, Missouri<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><em>Entr\u00e9e Choices include:<\/em><\/div><ul><li><strong>Fajitas\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Chicken, Steak, Shrimp of Vegetarian served sizzling hot<\/li><li><b>Santa Fe Chicken<\/b>\u00a0&#8211; Chicken breast delicately seasoned and grilled to perfection, topped with grilled onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, bell peppers and jack cheese.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Quesadilla<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; Chickens, Steak, Sausage or Shrimp<\/li><li><b>Taco Salad<\/b>\u00a0&#8211; Crisp flour tortilla filled with beef or chicken over fresh lettuce with cheese, sour cream guacamole and tomatoes<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-25a37d7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"25a37d7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Day 3, Tuesday<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d434842 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d434842\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"869\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1435.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1911\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1435.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1435-300x217.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1435-1024x742.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1435-768x556.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e6e3fb9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e6e3fb9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1421.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1910\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1421.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1421-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1421-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1421-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-11ae63e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"11ae63e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"588\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0004.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1909\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0004.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0004-300x147.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0004-1024x502.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_0004-768x376.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e9a2ce elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1e9a2ce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>Boonville\/Rocheport Trailhead to North Jefferson City Trailhead\/hotel<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-43fe49c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"43fe49c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>Today\u2019s ride picks up right where yesterday left off, with a convenient van shuttle option to either Boonville (where we finished the previous day) or the charming Rocheport trailhead\u2014allowing you to customize your start and savor one of the Katy Trail&#8217;s most celebrated and scenic sections.\u00a0From Boonville (mile marker ~191.8), pedal eastward through open farmlands, shady tree canopies, and peaceful river views before reaching Rocheport (mile marker ~178.3), a picturesque historic town with quaint shops, eateries like the popular Meriwether Caf\u00e9 &amp; Bike Shop, and trailside charm. If starting in Rocheport, you&#8217;ll dive straight into the highlight: the iconic Rocheport Tunnel\u2014the only tunnel on the entire 240-mile Katy Trail.\u00a0This impressive 243-foot-long (approximately 240-foot) limestone passage was blasted through solid rock in 1892\u20131893 by the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad to bypass frequent Missouri River flooding in the area. Today, it&#8217;s a cool, atmospheric highlight\u2014perfect for photos, a brief walk-through, and marveling at the engineering that made the original rail line possible. Emerging from the tunnel, enjoy dramatic limestone bluffs rising alongside the trail, sweeping views of the Missouri River, lush woodlands, and the ever-changing Missouri countryside.<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div>Continue northeastward on the smooth crushed-limestone path toward Jefferson City, passing through serene stretches with wildlife sightings, benches for breaks, and historical markers that nod to the trail&#8217;s railroad heritage (including ties to the Lewis and Clark expedition nearby). The route ends at the North Jefferson City Trailhead (conveniently close to your hotel base), wrapping up a relaxing ~35\u201340 mile day (depending on your exact start point) of gentle, mostly flat riding. This leg captures the essence of why the Katy Trail is a Hall of Fame favorite\u2014stunning natural beauty, historic gems like the tunnel, and the pure pleasure of car-free pedaling along America&#8217;s longest rail-trail. Return to your familiar hotel for rest, recovery, and anticipation of tomorrow&#8217;s miles!<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><em>Breakfast provided by the hotel each morning.<\/em><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-777f1f5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"777f1f5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><strong>Bicycling Route:\u00a0<\/strong>On the Katy Trail:<\/div><ul><li>\u00a00 miles, staying at the hotel or\u00a0<\/li><li>35 miles, riding from the Rocheport Trailhead to the North Jefferson City Trailhead or<\/li><li>49 miles, riding from the Boonville Trailhead to the Jefferson City Trailhead or<\/li><li>61 miles, riding from the Boonville Trailhead to the hotel<\/li><li>[The route are on a rail trail and are basically flat]<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-39f83b4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"39f83b4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><em>Dinner:<\/em><\/div><div>On your own<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6803645 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6803645\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>New <\/strong><strong>Day 4, Wednesdy<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-af1b96f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"af1b96f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1381.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1908\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1381.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1381-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1381-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1381-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1f881e8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"1f881e8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"887\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1387_0.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1907\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1387_0.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1387_0-300x222.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1387_0-1024x757.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1387_0-768x568.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-45e7a64 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"45e7a64\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"419\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1397.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1906\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1397.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1397-300x105.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1397-1024x358.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1397-768x268.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-822063d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"822063d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>McKittrick Trailhead to\u00a0<\/b><b>Augusta Trailhead\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f6e2135 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f6e2135\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>Today\u2019s third day on the Katy Trail reverses the flow for a fresh perspective, starting from the quiet McKittrick trailhead (mile marker ~100.8) and pedaling southwestward toward the historic hamlet of Augusta (mile marker ~66.3)\u2014a delightful ~34-mile leg of gentle, mostly flat crushed-limestone riding that hugs close to the Missouri River for much of the journey. Begin in peaceful McKittrick, a low-key trailhead with parking, restrooms, a bike repair station, and easy access. As you roll out, enjoy serene rural Missouri scenery: open farmlands and pastures, lush shaded canopies of trees, peaceful river overlooks, and the occasional glimpse of wildlife amid the floodplain and rolling countryside. The route follows the historic rail corridor closely along the Missouri River valley, offering tranquil views of the water, limestone bluffs in the distance, and the ever-changing patchwork of fields and woodlands. Frequent benches provide perfect spots for breaks, photos, or simply soaking in the calm\u2014it&#8217;s classic Katy Trail relaxation with minimal elevation change and no major climbs to interrupt the flow.<\/div><div><br \/>Your destination is charming Augusta, nestled in the heart of Missouri&#8217;s pioneering wine country\u2014the nation&#8217;s very first official American Viticultural Area (AVA), established in 1980 (predating Napa Valley&#8217;s designation). Founded in 1836 as a river landing, Augusta grew into an agricultural hub for grain, livestock, and especially wine grapes from 19th-century vineyards. German immigrants helped shape its winemaking legacy, with historic gems like Mount Pleasant Winery (est. 1859) still thriving today. Despite its small population (~270), this welcoming spot boasts its own public library, multiple wineries with scenic terraces and tastings (including Augusta Winery right near the trail), antique shops, galleries, and a cozy vibe ideal for Katy riders.\u00a0This reversed direction delivers the same stunning natural beauty and historic charm but with a southwestward flow that often catches favorable winds and a different lighting on the river views.\u00a0Wrap up at the Augusta trailhead, then shuttle back to your comfortable hotel base for rest, recovery, and looking forward to tomorrow&#8217;s miles. This segment perfectly showcases the Katy Trail&#8217;s magic: effortless pedaling, river-hugging serenity, and a taste of Missouri&#8217;s rich wine heritage!<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><em>Breakfast provided by the hotel each morning<\/em><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-103aaae elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"103aaae\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><strong>Bicycling Route:\u00a0<\/strong>On the Katy Trail;\u00a0<\/div><ul><li>0 miles, staying at the hotel or<\/li><li>34 miles, riding from the McKittrick Trailhead to the Augusta Trailhead<\/li><li>[The routes are on a rail trail and are basically flat]<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-89bee34 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"89bee34\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><em>Dinner:<\/em><\/div><div>On your own<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-da3ad9d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"da3ad9d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Day 5, Thursday<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7e949ce elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"7e949ce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"813\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1440.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1905\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1440.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1440-300x203.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1440-1024x694.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1440-768x520.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-115f169 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"115f169\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"891\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1393-891x1024.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-1904\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1393-891x1024.jpeg 891w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1393-261x300.jpeg 261w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1393-768x883.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1393.jpeg 1044w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 891px) 100vw, 891px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3c65480 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3c65480\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><b>McKittrick\/Portland Trailhead to North Jefferson City Trailhead\/hotel<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-570d8eb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"570d8eb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><div><div><div>Today\u2019s ride continues your westward journey on the Katy Trail, with a convenient van shuttle back to the McKittrick trailhead (mile marker ~100.8) where we wrapped up the previous day. From here, pedal southwestward toward North Jefferson City (mile marker 143.2), covering a relaxed ~42\u201345 miles of gentle, mostly flat crushed-limestone path\u2014classic rail-trail riding with minimal elevation change and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the scenery at your own pace.McKittrick itself is a quiet, former railroad town whose existence and modest heyday were tied directly to the Missouri-Kansas-Texas (MKT or &#8220;Katy&#8221;) Railroad\u2014remnants like old depot foundations and coal sheds still linger at the trailhead as subtle nods to its past.<\/div><div><br \/>As you roll along, you&#8217;ll pass through several small, historic trailheads that offer glimpses of once-thriving railroad communities: Portland (mile marker ~115.9, a peaceful spot with parking and basic amenities), Mokane (often noted for its historic grain elevators still in use), and Tebbetts (mile marker 131.2, another low-key stop with restrooms and a sense of rural Missouri charm). These quiet whistle-stops highlight the trail&#8217;s heritage\u2014small towns that grew up around the tracks, now serene waypoints with benches, occasional wildlife sightings, and open views of farmlands, woodlands, and the nearby Missouri River. The route hugs the river valley for much of the way, delivering peaceful river overlooks, shaded canopies in spots, and the ever-changing patchwork of Missouri&#8217;s countryside. This section includes the equestrian-friendly stretch between Portland and Tebbetts, adding to the trail&#8217;s multi-use appeal.<\/div><div><br \/>Your ride concludes at the North Jefferson Trailhead\u2014roughly the midpoint of the entire 240-mile Katy Trail\u2014conveniently close to your hotel base and with easy views of the iconic Missouri State Capitol dome rising across the river. A short spur or pedestrian bridge crossing lets you access downtown Jefferson City if you&#8217;d like to explore more. By the end of today, you&#8217;ve pedaled the majority\u2014and many consider the most scenic and iconic\u2014portions of America&#8217;s longest developed rail-trail. Celebrate with a well-deserved rest at your familiar hotel, reflecting on the river views, historic echoes, and effortless miles that make the Katy such a legendary ride!<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><em>Breakfast provided by the hotel each morning<\/em><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-064e002 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"064e002\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><strong>Bicycling Route:\u00a0<\/strong>On the Katy Trail:<\/div><ul><li>0 miles, staying at the hotel or<\/li><li>27 miles, riding from the Portland Trailhead to the North Jefferson City Trailhead or\u00a0<\/li><li>43 miles riding from the McKittrick Trailhead to the North Jefferson City Trailhead or<\/li><li>55 Miles riding from the McKittrick Trailhead all the way to the hotel.<\/li><li>[The routes are primarily on a rail trail and are\u00a0basically flat; the route from North Jefferson to the hotel has some hills and road riding.]<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c1e1fec elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c1e1fec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><em>Dinner:<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0e71eac elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"0e71eac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Oscars-Strawberry-Pecan-Salad-q3sqwvi9rp3y52bpat033ou8lopcckdtmhitnjnswg.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1903\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Oscars-Strawberry-Pecan-Salad-q3sqwvi9rp3y52bpat033ou8lopcckdtmhitnjnswg.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Oscars-Strawberry-Pecan-Salad-q3sqwvi9rp3y52bpat033ou8lopcckdtmhitnjnswg-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Oscars-Strawberry-Pecan-Salad-q3sqwvi9rp3y52bpat033ou8lopcckdtmhitnjnswg-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Oscars-Strawberry-Pecan-Salad-q3sqwvi9rp3y52bpat033ou8lopcckdtmhitnjnswg-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7afa4c4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7afa4c4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><strong>Oscar&#8217;s Classic Diner<\/strong><\/div><div><em>&#8211; The most popular, most awarded and busiest restaurant in Jefferson City, since 2004 &#8211;<\/em><\/div><div>Jefferson City, Missouri<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-06ebe11 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"06ebe11\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><em>Dinner choices include:<\/em><\/div><ul><li><div><strong>Fish &amp; Chips\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; Golden brown catfish fillet served with homemade chips and tartar sauce.<\/div><\/li><li><div><strong>Chicken Penne\u00a0<\/strong><b>Carbonara<\/b>\u00a0&#8211; Saut\u00e9ed mushrooms, crumbled bacon and tender chicken in Oscar&#8217;s rich cream sauce\u00a0<\/div><\/li><li><strong>Sirloin Steak<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; One of Oscar&#8217;s most flavorful steaks, naturally firm and lean.<\/li><li><strong>Grilled Chicken Salad<\/strong><span>\u00a0&#8211; Tender chicken marinated and grilled to perfection, layered on a bed of fresh mixed greens, tomatoes, red onion, cheddar and mozzarella\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><strong>\u200bFresh Harvest Strawberry Salad<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; A fresh harvest blend topped with onions, sliced strawberries, peans and crumbled blue cheese with grilled or crispy chicken<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8fb812c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8fb812c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Day 6, Friday<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-27de309 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"27de309\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1390.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-1902\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1390.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1390-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1390-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/usbookcraft.com\/vacationbicycling\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_1390-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-64baef8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"64baef8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><div>Bicycle one last time on your own before departing for home.<\/div><\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bccd0ef elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bccd0ef\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><em>Breakfast provided by hotel each morning<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-37e2904 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"37e2904\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f73db2e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f73db2e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><em>Please note all trip information is based on previous trips and\/or contracted lodging and restaurants and is subject to change based on availability or specific trip needs.<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5dddf4a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5dddf4a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><strong>Riding difficulty:<\/strong><\/div><ul><li><div>Riders who are comfortable riding at least 10 miles per hour should have an enjoyable trip. The routes are all on the designated Katy Trail Bike path. Please see the daily routes descriptions for additional information. Of course, if a rider is tired or does not feel like riding, the SAG vehicle will transport the rider. All riders may ride at their own pace, slow or fast or anything in-between.\u00a0<\/div><\/li><li><div>The Katy Trail is on\u00a0crushed limestone. The trail is normally in very good shape for all bikes; though e-bikes, hybrid bikes, mountain bikes, gravel bikes or bicycles with wider tires are recommended.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><div><strong>Arriving by Automobile:<\/strong><\/div><ul><li>Drive to the starting hotel:\u00a0<strong>Hampton Inn Jefferson City,<\/strong>\u00a04800 Country Club Dr, Jefferson City, Missouri<\/li><\/ul><div>\u200b<strong>Arriving by Plane:<\/strong><\/div><ul><li>Fly into the Columbia, Missouri Regional Airport (COU) and rent a car or take an airport shuttle (such as W&amp;WSRT Shuttle) for the for the 26 minute drive to the hotel. Some people may choose to fly into the St. Louis International Airport (STL) and rent a car for the 1 hour 50 minute drive to the hotel.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><div><strong>Deposit:<\/strong><\/div><ul><li>$200 to reserve your spot and the remainder due 45 days before the trip start.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cd06fcd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cd06fcd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><strong>What is Included:<\/strong><\/div><ul><li>Hotel lodging\u00a0<\/li><li>Ride Packets with Cue Sheets (directions)<\/li><li>Garmin\/GPS routes to download\u00a0<\/li><li>Google Maps routes for your iPhone or Android Phone<\/li><li>Fully sagged including van transportation and rider assistance.<\/li><li>Breakfast each morning<\/li><li>Happy Hours (BYOB) on selected evenings<\/li><li>Dinner with the group twoevenings (see above)<\/li><li>Great riding, scenery, fun and enjoyment!<\/li><\/ul><div><strong>Bicycles:<\/strong><\/div><ul><li><div>Most participants bring their own bicycles<\/div><\/li><li><div>To ship your bike, we would suggest using shipbikes.com or bikeflight.com for shipping. To ship your bike to the hotel:\u00a0<strong>Hampton Inn Jefferson City,<\/strong>\u00a04800 Country Club Dr, Jefferson City, MO 65109<\/div><\/li><li><div>If you fly, many major airlines including now waive the oversize fee for bicycles (sporting equipment) and just the standard luggage fee applies. Please contact your airline for all the details.<\/div><\/li><li><div>Bike Rental: Bikes are available for rent in the area, including Red Wheel Bike Shop in Jefferson City; or Pedego in Columbia that rents e-bikes. We suggest conducting a Google search in Jefferson City or in nearby Columbia to find the best place to accommodate your needs.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><div><strong>Weather on the Katy Trail area at the time of trip:<\/strong><\/div><ul><li>Average High: 69\u00b0<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a751db elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2a751db\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><em>Choose:\u00a0<\/em><\/p><div><div><a href=\"#\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Premier\u00a0$2549<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/a><span style=\"color: #808080;\">per person\/double occupancy\u00a0(single occupancy +$450)<\/span><\/div><div class=\"rteindent1\"><div class=\"rteindent1\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f<\/strong>Pay with credit card or debit card<\/div><div class=\"rteindent1\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f<\/strong>Fully refundable\/changeable up to 15 days before trip start<\/div><div class=\"rteindent1\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f<\/strong>No change fees<\/div><div class=\"rteindent1\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f<\/strong>Pay Now<\/div><\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"#\">Standard\/Signature\u00a0<\/a><\/span><a href=\"#\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">$2049<\/span><\/a><\/strong>\u00a0<span style=\"color: #808080;\">per person\/double occupancy\u00a0(single occupancy +$450)<\/span><\/div><div><div class=\"rteindent1\"><div class=\"rteindent1\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f<\/strong>Pay $200 deposit<\/div><div class=\"rteindent1\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f<\/strong>Pay by check<\/div><div class=\"rteindent1\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f<\/strong>Pay balance 45 days before trip start<\/div><div class=\"rteindent1\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f<\/strong>Full Credit\u00a0for future trip for\u00a0change or cancellation\u00a0up to 60 days before trip start<\/div><div 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