THE FULL RIDE · 6 DAYS ON THE KATY TRAIL
Six days.
The whole adventure.
Tree-lined trails. River bluffs. Missouri’s welcoming towns.
Ride from Clinton to St. Charles. We’ll arrange the details.
OUR MOST POPULAR MULTI-DAY TOUR
The Katy Trail, one great day at a time.
A self-guided ride through rural Missouri, historic towns and Missouri River scenery, with lodging and daily luggage transfers arranged for you.
Crushed-limestone rail trail
Approximately 237 miles total
Double occupancy · One bed
MAKE TIME FOR THE JOURNEY
A classic Missouri ride.
A trip to remember.
Your Full Ride begins at Bike Stop Café in St. Charles. Start your morning with breakfast at the café, then take the shuttle to Clinton to begin six days of riding back to St. Charles.
Follow the crushed-limestone Katy Trail through open countryside, beneath leafy canopies and alongside Missouri River bluffs. Stop for a small-town lunch, explore a historic downtown, or take a little extra time at a scenic overlook.
Each day, ride at your own pace. We arrange your five overnight stays, move your luggage between stops, and provide a detailed itinerary with daily text updates, dining suggestions and local points of interest.
Bring your own bike or request a rental for an additional charge. Traveling solo, as a couple or with friends? Choose the room arrangement that suits your group.
Plan your Full Ride →SAMPLE FIVE-NIGHT ITINERARY
Night 1 · Lodging arranged for your tour.
Night 2 · Lodging arranged for your tour.
Night 3 · Lodging arranged for your tour.
Night 4 · Lodging arranged for your tour.
Night 5 · Lodging arranged for your tour.
Day 6 finishes in St. Charles. The final overnight town may vary; exact towns and properties are confirmed during planning. St. Charles stays before or after your tour are optional extras.
SIX RIDING DAYS · YOUR DAILY DISTANCES
A little perspective on the miles.
Sample route via Augusta: approximately 225 trail miles, plus town and lodging connections. Your complete trip is advertised at approximately 237 miles.
| Riding day | Journey | Approx. trail miles |
|---|---|---|
| Ride 1 | Clinton → SedaliaTo Sedalia Katy Depot (milepost 227.1); lodging access is additional. | 37.5trail miles |
| Ride 2 | Sedalia → BoonvilleKaty Depot to Boonville trailhead; lodging access is additional. | 35.3trail miles |
| Ride 3 | Boonville → Jefferson CityTo North Jefferson trailhead; add the Jefferson City spur, bridge and lodging connection. | 48.6trail miles |
| Ride 4 | Jefferson City → HermannNorth Jefferson to McKittrick; add the Jefferson City and Hermann connections. | 42.4trail miles |
| Ride 5 | Hermann → AugustaMcKittrick to Augusta; add the Hermann and lodging connections. | 34.5trail miles |
| Ride 6 | Augusta → St. CharlesAugusta to St. Charles; lodging access and town connections are additional. | 26.8trail miles |
This is a sample route via Augusta. Overnight towns and properties are confirmed with your itinerary. Optional extra nights are priced separately.
Approximate Katy Trail miles, calculated from Missouri State Parks mileposts. Town connections, bridge approaches, lodging access, sightseeing and detours add riding distance. Final daily totals depend on the confirmed properties and route. No accommodation transfer is promised. View the Missouri State Parks map ↗
THE DETAILS, TAKEN CARE OF
More time to enjoy the ride.
Five nights of lodging
Nightly accommodations along your route, with your properties confirmed in your itinerary.
Shuttle to Clinton
Shuttle to Clinton from Bike Stop Café in St. Charles to begin your ride.
Daily luggage transfers
Your luggage moves between your overnight stops. Pickup and delivery details are confirmed in your itinerary.
Detailed itinerary & daily texts
Your daily route, points of interest and updates to help you enjoy each stage.
Dining & entertainment recommendations
Local places to eat and things to enjoy along the way. Reservations are available upon request.
A souvenir from your ride
A Katy Trail jersey or T-shirt is included.
OPTIONAL ADDITIONS · PRICED SEPARATELY
Make the trip your own.
- Bike rentals, including sport gravel (drop bar) and e-bikes
- A St. Charles stay before departure
- A St. Charles stay after your return
A few things to know
Bike rentals are extra. Pricing does not include meals, but we can make reservations upon request.
Your final itinerary, accommodations, availability and any optional additions are confirmed with your proposal.
CHOOSE YOUR ROOM ARRANGEMENT
Your Full Ride starts here.
Tour pricing is per person for six days and five nights. Daily luggage transfers and shuttle to Clinton are included.
SHARE A ROOM · ONE BED
$1,200Double occupancy
Per person · Two guests sharing one room with one bed.
Let’s Get Booking →SHARE A ROOM · TWO BEDS
$1,500Double occupancy
Per person · Two guests sharing one room with two beds.
Let’s Get Booking →A ROOM TO YOURSELF
$1,750Single occupancy
Per person · One guest in their own room.
Let’s Get Booking →The booking form opens next. Select The Full Ride and tell us your preferred dates, guest count, room arrangement and bike needs. Bike Stop Café will confirm availability and final pricing. An inquiry does not reserve your trip.
BEFORE YOU SET OFF
A few helpful answers.
Is this a guided ride?
The Full Ride is self-guided. You ride at your own pace with a detailed itinerary, daily text updates and recommendations from Bike Stop Café.
What is the riding surface and daily mileage?
The Katy Trail is a crushed-limestone rail trail. Plan on six riding days, with daily distances shown above. Town connections and the confirmed overnight properties affect your final mileage.
Do I need to carry my luggage?
Daily luggage transfers between overnight stops are included. Carry the water, snacks and day-ride essentials you need while riding.
Can I arrive early or stay an extra night?
Yes. Ask us about a St. Charles stay before departure or after your return. Extra nights are priced separately.
How do I book?
Complete the tour booking request with your preferred dates and preferences. We’ll confirm availability and pricing with you. Your reservation is secured only after the required deposit is paid.
YOUR NEXT GREAT TRAIL STORY
Ready for the Full Ride?
Tell us your dates. We’ll help you take it from there.
Let’s Get Booking →Questions? Call or text Tony at 314-973-4422.