MKT Trail Review

The MKT Trail starts in Columbia, MO and connects to trail that stretch out for miles.  It is a well-maintained and pleasant trail.  I am a marathon runner, and enjoy the peaceful scenery for both long and short runs.  It is a dirt/gravel trail which runs mainly through wooded or farm areas.  The trail is hardly ever crowded, and there are many places to rest or have a picnic.

At most of the 5 Columbia access points the city maintains bathrooms and water fountains which are available year-round. 

However, after the city trail connects with the county trail no bathroom or water is available for approx. 8 miles, and then only sporadically after that.

Recently, there has been talk of paving sections of the trail, but I don't think they will raise the needed funds anytime in the near future.