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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/
Missouri State Capitol
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:  Briar Rose Inn Bed & Breakfast (Jefferson City)
Started: Nov 2 2009 12:29PM by Maria , Brighton, MI
We had a wonderful time in Jeff City with Randy and Jeanette! Randy
picked us, our bikes and gear, up at the trail head in North Jefferson
and shuttled us over the bridge and into the city. Since we had ... View Full Comment
Replies:  1  (Last reply: Nov 28 2009 8:07PM by Cindy Indianapolis: "We agree that Randy ......" ) View This Topic
Subject:  Jefferson City
Started: Oct 6 2009 3:30PM by Lonnie , Kansas City
I started my hike here and so followed the advice of others and called taxi for ride to trailhead. However, after I saw bridge, I felt that I could have walked it but it would have been quite a ways on busy road so cab fare was worth it overall. However, it takes an hour for the cab to get to the train station so consider calling them BEFORE you get to JC.
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Subject:  Jefferson City - Airport Cafe
Started: Sep 26 2009 11:34AM by Dustin and Devin , Bella Vista, AR
Day 2 of our ride took us from Rocheport to Portland. We learned the hard way that many businesses close on Mon and Tue along the trail. We took the spur into Jefferson and arrived at the Airport Cafe at 2:30 having eaten only a granola bar since an early breakfast. The cafe closes at 2:00. The doors were locked and the staff was taking the last of the trash out the back door. I asked the staff if I could purchase ANYTHING from the fridge. They returned with a huge box of fried chicken (still hot and fresh), cole slaw, and ice water. It was quite possible the best chicken we had ever eaten. I tried 3 times to pay them - they would not take our money. The staff at the Airport Cafe made this a highpoint of our trip - we will be back.
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Subject:  Cliff Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn (Jefferson City)
Started: Jul 17 2009 6:41PM by Jim , Springfield, MO
Great place to stay, Thom is an awesome host, the breakfast is wonderful, and rooms are just right. If you are a biker, or just a traveler, I would return and stay here again anytime.
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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
Replies:  1  (Last reply: Jun 5 2009 4:48PM by Bruce, O''''Fallon IL: "I recommend Slime to avoid that type of flat or at..." ) View This Topic



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