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Boonville, Missouri
Half-day stop between Kansas City and St. Louis: see the Santa Fe Trail markers, walk the Katy Trail, then move on. One night only if you want the casino or a quiet river town evening.
Boonville is a small Missouri River town with a claim to fame as the starting point of the Santa Fe Trail. The main draw is the preserved trail site and the Katy Trail passing through. Most travellers use it as a quick stop along Interstate 70, not a base.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot and humid), Dec–Feb (cold, some attractions limited hours)
- Airports
- MCI · STL
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Boonville, Missouri911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Cooper County Memorial Hospital+1 660-882-7461
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Boonville, Missouri, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyBoonville is a low-crime small town.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance · +1 660-882-7461 Cooper County Memorial Hospital
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMCI Kansas City International (About 1.5 h west via I-70).
- Getting aroundCar is essential.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–4
- Sit-down mealLunch at a diner$8–14
- BeerBeer at a bar$4–7
- Budget bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$70
- Mid-range bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$100
- High-end bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$150
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$120 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MCI Kansas City International (About 1.5 h west via I-70) · STL St. Louis Lambert International (About 2 h east via I-70)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Feb
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Mar
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Apr
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
May
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jun
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Oct
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Dec
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug, Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C) low), wettest May (12 rain days), driest Jan (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Boonville, Missouri: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
7 rd
Feb
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
7 rd
Mar
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
9 rd
Apr
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
11 rd
May
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
12 rd
Jun
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
9 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8 rd
Sep
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Nov
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
8 rd
Dec
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is essential. Downtown is walkable for a few blocks. The Katy Trail is best accessed by bike or on foot from trailheads.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 30 min
I-70 east, about 25 min
University town with restaurants, museums and the Mizzou campus.
Door to door: 45 min
US-54 south, about 40 min
State capital with the Missouri State Capitol building and riverfront.
Door to door: 1 h
Bike or drive to trailheads; about 1 h drive to Clinton
The trail runs 384 km (239 mi); a short ride from Boonville is enough for a half-day.The trail runs 239 mi (384 km); a short ride from Boonville is enough for a half-day.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Near I-70 / Isle of Capri
The casino hotel and a few chain motels; convenient for a one-night stop.
Downtown Boonville
Limited options, closer to the historic district and Katy Trail access.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–90 excl. bed
- Mid
- $90–150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel double room1 × 1 night × US$100 | US$100 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Trip total≈ US$170 per person per day, bed included | US$340 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–4 |
| Lunch at a diner | $8–14 |
| Dinner at a sit-down restaurant | $15–30 |
| Beer at a bar | $4–7 |
| Gasoline (per gallon) | $3–4 (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- The Santa Fe Trail markers are outside town at the former site of Franklin; check directions.
- Casino hotel may have age restrictions (21+) for check-in.
- Katy Trail is unpaved gravel; suitable for hybrid or mountain bikes.
- Downtown restaurants may close early on weekdays.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
- Cooper County Memorial Hospital
- +1 660-882-7461
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Cooper County Memorial Hospital+1 660-882-7461
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Kansas City → Boonville by car: About 1.5 h via I-70
- St. Louis → Boonville by car: About 2 h via I-70
Say or show
- Hello — Hello (heh-LOH)
- Thank you — Thank you (thank yoo)
- How much? — How much? (how much)
- Where is the Katy Trail? — Where is the Katy Trail? (wair iz the KAY-tee trayl)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Boonville, Missouri. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
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- Best months: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (hot and humid), Dec–Feb (cold, some attractions limited hours) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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