News & Events at the Colfax Red Cedar Preserve & Recreation Area
Geocaching group cleans up trash at the preserve.
A BIG Thank You to our local Geocaching group for spending another day at the preserve picking up trash! This year’s group, led by Pat Fury, spent the morning of May 10 at... READ MORE
Local Cub Scout Group Plants Shrubs at the Preserve
A huge thank you to the Colfax Cub Scouts, their parents and Mr. Mosey for planting 20 native shrubs at the preserve on May 12th. 10 Service Berry shrubs and 10 Hazelnut shrubs... READ MORE
Science Exploration Day 2025
We had a very low turn-out for our Science Exploration Day which took place on Saturday May 17th. Cool, wet weather was most likely the culprit. Thanks to the 4 participants and their... READ MORE
Science Exploration Day Saturday May 17th Registration is now open.
The CRCPRA Planning Committee is excited to announce that our popular Science Exploration Day will take place on Saturday May 17th from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM (a cookout lunch is included!). Similar... READ MORE
About the Colfax Red Cedar Preserve & Recreation Area
The Colfax Red Cedar Preserve and Recreation Area is comprised of over 150 acres bordered predominately by the Red Cedar River.
The property includes a 12 acre pond that is popular for fishing, bird and turtle watching, a beaver lodge and motorless boating. A perimeter walking path takes hikers, cross country skiers and snowshoers through and by wooded areas, river side viewing, open grassland vistas and forest flood plain. The paths and entry roadway allow river access for kayakers, tubers and canoeists.
Since the purchase of the property in December 2019, ongoing efforts are continuing to improve the wildlife habitat and to develop wheelchair access to the pond, picnic sites, educational opportunities on the grounds and benches for quiet moments to enjoy all that nature offers.
Please click the map below for a printable map of the Colfax Red Cedar Preserve and Recreation Area.
Location & Driving Directions to the Colfax Red Cedar Preserve and Recreation Area.
