KATY Trail State park - North Jefferson, MO
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YoSam.
N 38° 36.370 W 092° 09.754
15S E 572915 N 4273406
The Longest trail developed rails-trails for hiking, biking in the country.
Waymark Code: WMKNT7
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 05/08/2014
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County of trailhead: Callaway County
Location of trailhead: Katy Rd., North Jefferson
Marker text:
KATY TRAIL STATE PARK
Here at the North Jefferson Trail Head, on Sept. 29, 1996, the east and west sections of the KATY Trail were joined,, forging the final link uniting St. Charles and Sedalia via KATY Trail State Park
Katy Trail State Park is the longest developed rail-trail in the country. It offers a unique opportunity for people of all ages and interests. Whether you are a bicyclist, hiker,equestrian, nature lover, or history buff, the trail offers opportunities for recreation, a place to enjoy nature and an avenue to discover the past.
Trail users get the opportunity to wind through some of the most scenic area in the state of Missouri, with the majority of the trail closely following the route of the Missouri River. The park also takes users through a slice of history as it meanders through the small towns that once thrived along the railroad corridor and reflect the rich heritage of Missouri.