Colfax Red Cedar Preserve and Recreation Area

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People looking over the Red Cedar River at Colfax Red Cedar Preserve

Winter Trail at Colfax Red Cedar Preserve

Red Cedar River at Colfax Red Cedar Preserve

COVID-19 Use Guidelines

Featured Uses:

Hiking, Fishing, Canoe/Kayak Access, Birdwatching

Description:

The 146-acre Colfax Red Cedar Preserve and Recreation Area has two miles of Red Cedar River frontage and is located adjacent to the Town of Colfax’s Felland Park. It was previously owned by the Dunn County Highway Department and was purchased with Knowles Nelson Stewardship funds and local community donors with the assistance of Landmark Conservancy in December 2019.

The Town of Colfax has a management committee to develop and maintain trails and organize habitat restoration efforts. A small prairie remnant exists already, and expansion of prairie and wildlife habitat is underway. A small pond provides an opportunity for fishing year-round.

Trails:

There is a trail loop around the edge of the property, as well as trails across the center of the property. A snowshoe trail is marked by green flagging in the winter. Dogs welcome.

Location/Access Directions:

Park near the entrance before the kiosk.

E8509 State Road 170, Colfax, WI 54730

Location Detail Map:

Map Link

Ownership/Management:

Town of Colfax

Use and Safety Guidelines during COVID-19

Our trails and preserves are currently open to the public; this is subject to change if overuse becomes an issue.

Please abide by social distancing and consider the following guidelines:

If the parking lot is full, the trail is full. Have a plan B and C. Consider waiting or seeking another place to be outdoors.
Do not use the trails if you have symptoms, have traveled recently, or have been exposed to a known or suspected case of COVID-19. Consider wearing a mask.
Stay six feet away from other people. Practice it and know what it looks like. Maintain this as you walk or hike.
Warn other trail users of your presence and step off trails to allow others to pass, keeping minimum recommended distances at all times. Signal your presence with your voice or bell.
To reduce the risk of injury and potential stress to our local healthcare system if you are injured while hiking, be prepared for uncertain trail conditions. Wear sturdy footwear and consider using poles if you have them. Stay within your comfort zone; don’t be afraid to turn around. Stick to easy trails.
Keep dogs on the leash. This will prevent inadvertent close contact with others.
Practice Leave No Trace. Carry in, carry out.

Adapted from Loon Echo Land Trust and shared with permission