Population 84,531
Columbia is not directly on the Katy Trail, but it is easy to reach from the trail and offers a wide
range of lodging, eating, and entertainment options.
Central Missouri's largest city, Columbia is home to the University of Missouri's main campus (Mizzou),
as well as numerous museums and cultural attractions.
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Getting There
By trail:
The MKT Nature and Fitness Trail connects the Katy Trail to the heart of Columbia.
This scenic 9 mile trail takes riders through wetlands and wooded areas.
The MKT Trail links to the Katy Trail at mile 169.9, just west of McBaine.
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trail map)
By car:
Columbia is on highway 70, between mile markers 123 and 130. The quickest way to get to
the Katy Trail from Columbia is Rocheport, which is about 10 miles
west of Columbia on highway 70.
Here's a regional map showing the Katy Trail, MKT Fitness Trail,
and surrounding towns.
Here's a link to
Columbia Missouri on MapQuest
Columbia restaurant listing
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Columbia MO Lodging
Follow this link for
Columbia MO Hotels and Motels.
Columbia B&Bs are listed below.
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University Avenue Bed & Breakfast
573-499-1920
1315 University Avenue
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* We have 4 guest rooms each with private bathrooms.
* There is WiFi and TV’s with VCR/DVD players in the rooms.
* Shuttle Service pick-up available from Flat Branch Park with advanced notice.
* Well behaved children are welcome
* Breakfast type: Full
* Smoking: Outside only
* Pets: No
1 mile from the end of the MKT Trail at Flat Branch Park
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