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Katy Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Running trail in St Charles, Missouri · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Crushed gravel
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Katy Trail'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.
What runners say about Katy Trail
“All the gravel trails are very well-maintained and the views next to the river are fantastic.”
“The entire thing is gravel which will cover your bike with a thin layer of white powder, but it's a small price to pay for a beautiful ride.”
“A great Rails to Trails trail perfect for biking, hiking or jogging.”
“Some sections are covered in a nice canopy of shade trees while others are out in the open.”
Great trails! All the gravel trails are very well-maintained and the views next to the river are fantastic.
Our favorite place to bike! Most of the trail is shaded and it's plenty wide for bikers, walkers, and runners to mix. The entire thing is gravel which will cover your bike with a thin layer of white powder, but it's a small price to pay for a beautiful ride.
Great hiking and biking trail. Mostly level and covered well by surrounding trees. Connects to the Busch Greenway and Missouri Greenway Bridge for access to a larger Network of trails. Great views of the Missouri River.
Did the whole trail. Started in clinton and ended in st.charles. 5 days of gorgeous wildlife,trails, and camping.
Trail conditions & character
“The entire thing is gravel which will cover your bike with a thin layer of white powder, but it's a small price to pay for a beautiful ride.”
“The entire thing is gravel which will cover your bike with a thin layer of white powder, but it's a small price to pay for a beautiful ride.”
“Some sections are covered in a nice canopy of shade trees while others are out in the open.”
Plan your run at Katy Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceCrushed gravel — the rail-trail classic: softer than asphalt, still smooth enough for tempo work
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- 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–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
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Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
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Weldon Spring Lewis & Clark Hiking Trail
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