The park, built on the former corridor of the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad (
MKT or Katy), is 240 miles long and runs between Clinton and
Machens with 26
trailheads and four fully restored railroad depots along the way. The section of trail between Cooper County and St. Charles County has been designated as an official segment of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail. Katy Trail is also part of the American Discovery Trail, has been designated as a Millennium Legacy Trail and was added to the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Hall of Fame in 2008.
Here in Clinton, MO, the trail head offers restrooms, tire pump, tools and a map of the Katy Trail. Daytime parking area (no overnight parking allowed) and a nice picnic area.
The Clinton Parks & Recreation offers primitive camping at our Community Center along with free parking while you are on the trail. The Community Center is just a short distance from the trail head.
1004 E Sedalia Ave, Clinton, MO 64735If your visit is during the Community Centers open hours, please enjoy these free amenities.
- Showers
- Charge electronic devices
- Relax in our foyer
- Play pickleball or play basketball in our gym
- Enjoy a cup of coffee
- Maps of the Katy Trail
Community Center Hours of OperationSeptember through MayMonday - Thursday 5 am - 8 pm
Friday 5 am - 5 pm
Saturday 6 am - 2 pm
Closed Sundays
Memorial Day Weekend through Labor DayMonday - Thursday 5 am - 8 pm
Friday 5 am - 5 pm
Closed Saturdays & Sundays
If taking advantage of the free parking, please register your car with the front desk attendant in the Community Center.
If your plans don't align with our open hours, call ahead to register your vehicles at 660-885-2181 opt 2.
Please park cars along the WEST end of the parking lot facing the Senior Center.
For more information on the Katy Trail visit the
Missouri State Parks websiteFor a list of local restaurants, trail tours and shuttle services and other businesses, please visit the
Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce Enjoy your ride!
