News & Events at the Colfax Red Cedar Preserve & Recreation Area
Science Exploration Day has reached it’s enrollment limit!
Registration for the Science Exploration Day is now closed. The response from the community has been incredible! In order to provide a high quality experience for all participants, the committee has decided to... READ MORE
Science Exploration Day set for May 16th
The preserve committee is happy to announce the Science Exploration Day for 2026 is set for Saturday May 16th from 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Â Â All about Fish! Learn all about the... READ MORE
Colfax-Red Cedar Preserve has a new brochure available
Thanks to Keith Gilland and LeAnn Ralph, we have a new trifold brochure and map available at the preserve. Check it out! READ MORE
Thank You!
The Preserve Committee would like to thank all of the volunteers who helped at the Colfax-Red Cedar Preserve in 2025. Together we made several great improvements to the property: From winter work events... 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.
