Tuesdays on the Trail: Augusta to Matson
6/23/2026 | Katy Trail State Park | Augusta, MO.
Senior citizens are invited to experience Katy Trail State Park from the comfort of an open-air tram during Missouri State Parks' annual Tuesdays on the Trail tram tour series. The 2026 series features seven different routes, allowing visitors to see stretches of trail they may not be able to experience otherwise. Each date in the series includes a morning tour at 10 a.m. and afternoon tour at 1:30 p.m. Each tour lasts about two hours and hosts approximately 50 people.
The June 23 tours will take visitors from Augusta to Matson and back. An interpretive guide with a PA system will give a presentation on the history of the Katy Trail and will provide commentary on natural and cultural features along the way. Snacks and bottled water will be offered to each participant.
These tours are free, but space is limited and registration is required. Please see the registration section below for more information.
Tour Times and Locations:
- Morning tour: 10 a.m. to noon
- Afternoon tour: 1:30-3:30 p.m.
- The June 23 tours will begin at the Augusta trailhead.
- GPS coordinates: 38.569882, -90.881067
Registration:
- Registration for the June 23 tours opens on May 5.
- Call 573-449-7402 or visit our reservation website to reserve your seat. Registration is required.