フランクリン郡のおすすめウォーキング＆ハイキングルート

Tricky to get to but a great access to the KATY Trail.

Bike repair stand, all the necessary tools and a working air pump. Bathroom and shelter too. No water.

This quarry was once a silica sand quarry and has transformed into a natural oasis. What sets this park apart is the presence of powdery white silica sand, previously extracted for glass production, visible throughout the area.

Here you will reach a historic iron bridge that spans over Femme Osage Creek just before entering Defiance. This is a particularly significant part of the Katy Trail, adding to its historical charm.

Defiance is a small town situated along Highway 94 and the Katy Trail. Serving as a gateway to the Missouri wine country, whether you're beginning, ending, or simply taking a break along the trail, you'll discover charming bars, cafes, and a handful of shops in this quaint town.

Here you will reach a historic iron bridge that spans over Femme Osage Creek just before entering Defiance. This is a particularly significant part of the Katy Trail, adding to its historical charm.

In total, the Missouri Research Park Trail is just under 5 miles long. There is a wooden bridge/boardwalk here next to the Missouri Bluffs golf course that is a pretty unique part of the trail.

Defiance is a small town situated along Highway 94 and the Katy Trail. Serving as a gateway to the Missouri wine country, whether you're beginning, ending, or simply taking a break along the trail, you'll discover charming bars, cafes, and a handful of shops in this quaint town.