Weldon Station – Katy Trail loop from Defiance

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Weldon Station – Katy Trail loop from Defiance

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Weldon Station – Katy Trail loop from Defiance

01:41

27.2km

120m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Katy Trail State Park

Weldon Spring Conservation Area

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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4.17 km

Weldon Station

Highlight • Rest Area

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

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6.45 km

This trail runs alongside the Missouri River, providing a relaxing ride with the soothing sounds of the water. The trail is well-maintained dirt with ample tree coverage, offering pleasant shade along the way.

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10.4 km

Boardwalk Section on the Missouri Research Park Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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.

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11.5 km

Busch Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Busch Greenway is a well-paved multi-use path weaving through the Weldon Springs Conservation Area. Along the way you will encounter lakes, vast open prairies, and the authentic landscapes native to Missouri.

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14.2 km

Mononame 207 Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Mononame 207 Reservoir is a 22-acre lake off the side of the Busch Greenway. It's popular for fishing and has a pretty cool looking backdrop of trees. There's a …

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18.0 km

Weldon Spring Site

Highlight • Monument

The Weldon Spring Site has an interesting past. They used to dump building rubble containing uranium and radium, along with other radioactive materials inside the mound. Nowadays you can climb …

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18.6 km

Hamburg Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Hamburg Trail connects the Katy Trail with the August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area. It's a vital 6-mile trail that connects to both the Mound and Lost Valley areas.

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27.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.5 km

7.04 km

6.44 km

153 m

Surfaces

13.6 km