BIKE STOP CAFÉ · SHORT AND SWEET
Four days. A lovely way to ride.
From Rocheport to St. Charles: river bluffs, inviting towns and four memorable days on the Katy Trail.
Let’s Get Booking →A SHORTER KATY TRAIL ESCAPE
Four beautiful days. Everything you need to enjoy them.
Begin at Bike Stop Café in St. Charles, take the shuttle to Rocheport and ride back through river scenery, wine country and welcoming trail towns.
Crushed-limestone rail trail
About 149 miles overall
Double occupancy · One bed
RIDE AT YOUR PACE
A little less time away. Plenty to remember.
Start at Bike Stop Café with breakfast before the shuttle to Rocheport. From there, ride four days east to St. Charles, enjoying some of the Katy Trail’s most scenic stretches.
Take in the Rocheport bluffs, pass through river towns and pause for lunch or local sights along the way. We arrange three overnight stays and move your luggage each day, so you can focus on the ride.
Your detailed itinerary and daily text updates help you plan each stage. Bring your own bike or request a rental for an additional charge.
Plan your ride →DAILY RIDING DISTANCES
A little perspective on the miles.
The sample route via Augusta covers approximately 139 miles on the trail itself. Town, bridge and lodging connections bring the total ride closer to 149 miles; your actual distance depends on the final accommodations.
| Day | Ride | Approx. trail miles |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rocheport → Jefferson CityFrom Rocheport trailhead to North Jefferson; add the Jefferson City connection. | 35.1 |
| 2 | Jefferson City → HermannNorth Jefferson to McKittrick; add the town connections. | 42.4 |
| 3 | Hermann → AugustaSample overnight in Augusta; add the Hermann and lodging connections. | 34.5 |
| 4 | Augusta → St. CharlesFinal riding day; add lodging and town connections. | 26.8 |
Distances are approximate Katy Trail miles based on Missouri State Parks mileposts. A Marthasville overnight changes the Day 3 and Day 4 split. Your final itinerary confirms the route and daily totals. View the trail map ↗View the trail map ↗
WHAT’S INCLUDED
We’ll take care of the details.
Three nights of lodging
Nightly accommodations along your route, confirmed with your itinerary.
Shuttle to Rocheport
Your shuttle from Bike Stop Café to the starting trail town.
Daily luggage transfers
We move your luggage between overnight stops. Pickup and delivery details are confirmed in your itinerary.
Detailed itinerary
Daily routes, points of interest and local recommendations.
Daily text updates
Helpful information for each stage of the ride.
Katy Trail souvenir
Choose a Katy Trail jersey or T-shirt.
OPTIONAL · PRICED SEPARATELY
Make it your trip.
- Bike rentals, including sport gravel (drop bar) and e-bikes
- A St. Charles stay before departure
- A St. Charles stay after the tour
GOOD TO KNOW
Simple, thoughtful planning.
Bike rentals are extra. Pricing does not include meals, but we can make reservations upon request.
Final availability, lodging, pricing and optional arrangements are confirmed with your proposal.
CHOOSE YOUR ROOM ARRANGEMENT
Your four-day ride starts here.
Prices are per person for four riding days and three nights. Shuttle to Rocheport and daily luggage transfers are included.
SHARE A ROOM · ONE BED
$900Double occupancy
Per person · Two guests sharing one room with one bed.
Let’s Get Booking →SHARE A ROOM · TWO BEDS
$1,100Double occupancy
Per person · Two guests sharing one room with two beds.
Let’s Get Booking →A ROOM TO YOURSELF
$1,250Single occupancy
Per person · One guest in their own room.
Let’s Get Booking →The booking form opens next. Select the Short and Sweet Katy Trail Ride and share your preferred dates, guest count, room arrangement and bike needs. An inquiry does not reserve the trip.
BEFORE YOU SET OFF
A few helpful answers.
Is the ride guided?
The tour is self-guided. Ride at your own pace using the detailed itinerary and daily text updates.
What is the trail surface?
The Katy Trail is a crushed-limestone rail trail. Town and lodging connections may include other surfaces and crossings.
Do I need to carry my luggage?
Daily luggage transfers are included. Carry water, snacks and the items you need while riding.
Can I stay an extra night in St. Charles?
Yes. Ask us about lodging before departure or after your return. Extra nights are priced separately.
YOUR NEXT TRAIL STORY
Ready for a sweet escape?
Tell us your dates and the room arrangement that works for you. We’ll help you plan the rest.
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