Katy Trail

Closest Major City: Columbia

Distance: 233.00 miles (374.90 KM)

Description:
This trail is a beautiful ride that stretches across Missouri from St. Charles County (near St. Louis, MO) to Henry County (near Clinton, MO). It was built on the former Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad line. The ride gives you wonderful scenery from wooden bridges and tree covered areas, wildlife such as squirrels, rabbits and deer to a soothing ride beside the Missouri river. It's a wonderful trip to relax and enjoy yourself on! Cyclist can enjoy many portions of the trail from it's many entry points. Being a railroad grade trail it's great for beginners. For the masochist wanting a challenge, the trail can be done in its entirety.

Directions to the trail:
There are many access points because the trail is so many miles long. From Columbia the best way to access this trail is from the MKT Fitness trail off of Forum Blvd.