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Katy Trail - North Jefferson City Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 233 Google reviews · Running trail in Holts Summit, Missouri · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Katy Trail - North Jefferson City Trailhead's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Section of 238-mi. state park trail along a former railroad, popular with cyclists, hikers & riders.
What runners say about Katy Trail - North Jefferson City Trailhead
“The Katy Trail starting near Jefferson City is a scenic and well-maintained route perfect for biking, walking, or running.”
“The Katy Trail starting near Jefferson City is a scenic and well-maintained route perfect for biking, walking, or running.”
“The views of the Missouri River and surrounding countryside are peaceful and picturesque.”
This is a beautiful part of the Katy Trail. Loved looking up to the bluffs. Only downfall is the traffic noise.
Very nice trail, I'm a runner so it's great for tempo runs on dirt. Easier on the knees too.
Rode out and back from the North Jefferson City trailhead to the Tebbets trailhead. Nice and level section of trail with a lot to see along the way.
We rode our trikes from Clinton Missouri to Jefferson city Missouri in two days. Very nice trail.
Trail conditions & character
“The Katy Trail starting near Jefferson City is a scenic and well-maintained route perfect for biking, walking, or running.”
“Rode out and back from the North Jefferson City trailhead to the Tebbets trailhead.”
“The views of the Missouri River and surrounding countryside are peaceful and picturesque.”
“The trail is wide and flat, making it accessible for all skill levels.”
“The trail is wide and flat, making it accessible for all skill levels.”
Plan your run at Katy Trail - North Jefferson City Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitemostateparks.com
- Phone(573) 449-7402
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
Running trails near Holts Summit
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
North Jefferson City Recreation Area
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Park with a pavilion, ball fields and a playground. Also featuring swings, slides, and a boat launch.
Clay Street Trailhead Plaza
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Park featuring kid-friendly hikes, as well as a bridge and a trailhead for the Katy Trail.
Greenway Dunklin Street Trailhead
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Jefferson City Greenway Trailhead
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