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Jefferson City, Missouri near the Katy Trail

Population 39,636

Jefferson City, capitol of Missouri, is just across the Missouri River from the North Jefferson trailhead. Many Katy Trail riders take a side trip into Jefferson City to explore the many tourist attractions, or to take advantage of the wide selection of restaurants and hotels.

Jefferson City Visitors Bureau
573-632-2820

http://www.visitjeffersoncity.com/

Photo:Mo Dept Natural Resources

The Jefferson City Amtrak station is at 101 Jefferson St. This Amtrak route also makes stops at other towns near the Katy Trail: Sedalia, Hermann, and Washington. Bikes are allowed to be rolled-on to the trains, making Amtrak a popular option for Katy Trail travellers. For more details, see the Katy Trail Amtrak Guide.

Getting There

By trail: From the North Jefferson trailhead, follow the Katy Spur trail toward the capitol and to highway 54. This will lead you to the bridge - note that the bridge only has a bike lane on the northbound side (i.e. you will be riding against traffic going into the city). Also note that you will be riding right next to high speed (60 MPH) auto traffic. Some Jefferson City hotels offer shuttles to carry their guests across the bridge.

By car: From highway 70, take exit 148 (Kingdom City exit). Head south on highway 54.

This regional map includes Jefferson City, near the bottom.

Here's a link to Jefferson City Missouri on MapQuest

Jefferson City Lodging

Jefferson City bed & breakfasts are listed below. If you're not looking for a B&B, follow this link for Jefferson City MO Hotels and Motels.


Briar Rose Inn Bed & Breakfast	306 East Dunklin Street 573-338-0284	3 Suites w/ private bath Shuttle Service available from N. Jefferson Trailhead Well behaved children are welcome Pets: No Smoking: Outside only

Cliff Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn	722 Cliff Street 573-635-4208	Bike Rentals Shuttle Service from N. Jefferson Trailhead Pets: No Smoking: No See website for Katy Trail specials

Hotel Deville Online Reservations & Availability	319 West Miller Street 573-636-5231

Huber's Ferry Bed & Breakfast	27 Co. Road 501 877-454-2979	Smoking: No Pets: No (cat on premesis)

Jefferson City Bike Shops

Hartsburg Cycle Depot www.hartsburgcycledepot.com		2004 West Main 573-636-9599

J & D Bicycle Shop		610 Jefferson Street 573-635-4091

Red Wheel http://redwheelbikeshop.com/index.html		2701 West Edgewood 573-638-BIKE

Jefferson City Points of Interest

Missouri State Capitol	201 West Capitol Ave
Location of famous Thomas Hart Benton murals.

Governor's Mansion	100 Madison St. 573-751-7929 Open year-round except August & December
Constructed in 1871 as the official residence of Missouri's first family. Guided tours of the authentically restored first floor. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance.

Missouri Supreme Court	207 W. High St. 573-751-4144
Tour the 3-story French Renaissance court building with the spacious lobby and massive marble staircase. Schedule tours in advance.

Missouri Veterans' Memorial

Missouri Law Enforcement Memorial

Jefferson Landing State Historic Site	Jefferson Street and Capitol Avenue 573-751-3475
Historic Missouri River Landing and several historically significant buildings.

Missouri State Museum	201 West Capitol Ave (at State Capitol) 573-751-2854
Museum focusing on state history.

Museum of Missouri Military History	2007 Retention Drive 573-638-9603
Exhibits on Missouri's military history from 1808 to the present.

Cole County Historical Museum	109 Madison St. 573-635-1850 Open February-December
Historical artifacts and documents of Cole County housed in 1871 Federal style, 4-floor rowhouse.

Comments about Jefferson City from other riders

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Subject: Jefferson City Started: Jun 4 2009 6:50PM by Jerry , Freeport, Il
We were having a lot of trouble with thorns poking holes in our tubes. Eight flats in two days. We were sitting at the North Jefferson trailhead bemoaning our fate. Should we fix our tires and ride over the bridge to jefferson City and try to find a bike shop or should we try and ... View Full Comment
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Subject: Briar Rose Inn Bed & Breakfast (Jefferson City) Started: May 26 2009 12:59PM by Craig & Donna , Caratunk, Maine
We pulled in to Jefferson City trail-tired and dirty to be greeted by Randy & Jeanette with brownies and iced tea. The "room" was a lovely suite (The Rustic Retreat)- it was way more than expected and extremely comfortable. Jeanette and Randy were awesome. We highly recommend you have them shuttle you in - the bridge is a tough haul. Randy can easily handle bikes, trailers, etc in his truck. The breakfast is wonderful and made to order. We highly recommend a stay here!!
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Subject: Cliff Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn (Jefferson City) Started: May 24 2009 4:35PM by S Leach , Little Rock, AR
I had the pleasure of staying here two nights just riding an out and back on the second day. The B&B is great and Tom is the consummate host. Very spacious rooms with great views of the river and in some cases the river and the Capitol. The rooms were large enough to ... View Full Comment
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Subject: Cliff Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn (Jefferson City) Started: Apr 30 2009 8:15AM by Ann , Kansas City
I didn't have the good luck to stay here (next time I hope it will work out!), but want to rave about Thom's hospitality. I arrived at the No. Jeff trailhead after wet and muddy, and he graciously gave me a ride across the bridge to the front door of my hotel. He wouldn't accept anything for the transfer. He also gave me restaurant and tourist advice. This guy's the real deal!
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Subject: Jefferson City Started: Oct 16 2008 9:25PM by Joyce & Dena
Thom - thanks for the quick pick up from the North Jefferson Trailhead. As we had been hiking in the rain, it was greatly appreciated. The Cliff Manor B&B is a delightful place to stay - right on the MO River. The rooms are spacious and the oatmeal pancakes and apple sausage were outstanding.
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Jefferson City, Missouri near the Katy Trail

Getting There

Jefferson City Lodging

Jefferson City Bike Shops

Jefferson City Points of Interest