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E-bike rules: Katy Trail State Park (MO)

Missouri State Parks · MO

America's longest rail-trail allows electrically assisted pedal bikes capped at 20 mph, which admits Class 1 and 2 and shuts out Class 3. All other motorized vehicles are prohibited, and the trail is open sunrise to sunset.

Class 1 ✅ AllowedClass 2 ✅ AllowedClass 3 ❌ Not allowed

Source: mostateparks.comLast reviewed 2026-07-30

Access by class

Class	Status	Details
Class 1	✅ Allowed	Fits the posted park rule allowing electrically assisted pedal-powered bicycles with a 20 mph maximum.
Class 2	✅ Allowed	The 20 mph cap matches Class 2; the park rule uses no class terminology and does not address throttle operation explicitly.
Class 3	❌ Not allowed	28 mph assist exceeds the posted 20 mph maximum and falls under the blanket motorized-vehicle prohibition.

Change history

2026-07-30 · Verified on the park's general information page: electrically assisted pedal-powered bicycles and tricycles with a 20 mph maximum are allowed; all other motorized vehicles prohibited; open sunrise to sunset.

Common questions

Are Class 1 e-bikes allowed in Katy Trail State Park (MO)?

Allowed. Fits the posted park rule allowing electrically assisted pedal-powered bicycles with a 20 mph maximum. Rules are set by Missouri State Parks; confirm before riding.

Are Class 2 e-bikes allowed in Katy Trail State Park (MO)?

Allowed. The 20 mph cap matches Class 2; the park rule uses no class terminology and does not address throttle operation explicitly. Rules are set by Missouri State Parks; confirm before riding.

Are Class 3 e-bikes allowed in Katy Trail State Park (MO)?

Not allowed. 28 mph assist exceeds the posted 20 mph maximum and falls under the blanket motorized-vehicle prohibition. Rules are set by Missouri State Parks; confirm before riding.

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