The Complete Katy Trail Guidebook: America's Longest Rails-To-Trails Project

I woulda, coulda, shoulda read this guidebook before I wrote Peril on the Katy Trail. My travels would likely have been more efficient. I highly recommend this book as either an introduction to the Katy Trail or as a supplement to trips already taken. The information contained within is helpful to both inexperienced and seasoned travelers.

I recently heard about the Katy Trail and was anxious to ride it this summer. The guide seemed to answer all my questions. For now I rate it Excellent. Bob Bryce

The author knows his subject so thoroughly that his advice and detail help us plan our trip to the Katy Trail. Each portion of the trail is described regarding services but, even more importantly, the sights and scenery to be expected. I can't wait to use the guide and ride the Katy Trail next year. Our plans will be based on this book.

I used this book on two seperate trips on the Katy trail from end to end. I used the 5th addition in 2000 when cycling from St. Charles to Clinton, and the 6th addition in 2003 when cycling from Clinton to St. Charles. This book is great for planning out your itinerary before your trip. It includes, campgrounds, bed and breakfasts, resturaunts, motels, bike shops, contact information, and more. There is also stories, history, tidbits of information, and suggestions for side trips that will add to the experience. There is also a section that lists that answers to frequently asked questions about the trail and planning a trip. Businesses along the trail come and go, so it is best to have the most up-to-date version of this guidebook with you. Also, be sure to stop at Bret Dufer's bookstore in Rocheport. There, you can meet that author, and find many interesting books.

I liked the Complete Katy Trail Guide Book so much that I recommended Brett Dufurs book in my Biking Missouri's Rail-Trails guidebook!!! Brett's book was an excellent companion for me to carry in my front bike bag as I biked my one week journey across the "Show Me" state from St. Charles to Clinton. This book also really helped me out in my planning for this trip; Especially the restaurants and the overnight stays. The "sag service" information was also very helpful in my plans to return back from point B to point A, not to mention, the information to making my Amtrack reservations. This book is a must for any cyclist who wants to make a multi-day visit to the Katy Trail State Park.