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Colfax
Colfax is a tiny town tucked away in the hills of Placer County, just outside the Tahoe National Forest. Established as a winter camping spot for trappers and gold miners in the mid-1800s, Colfax is now home to a lively arts scene, vib...
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9 things you should know about Colfax
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Located in Placer County, California, Colfax is a small town with a population of just over 1,000 people.
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The oldest building in Colfax is the Colfax Hotel, which was built in 1861 and is now on the National...
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The town was named after Schuyler Colfax, the 17th Vice President of the United States.
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Colfax is home to the Placer County Fair, which has been held annually since 1926.
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The area was first the home to Maidu and Miwok Native Americans.
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The Colfax Library was founded in 1915 and is one of the oldest libraries in the state of California.
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Colfax is home to the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway, which is one of California's most scenic drives.
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The town is home to the Railroad Museum, which features a model railroad and exhibits about the history of...
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Colfax is also home to the Colfax Chamber of Commerce, which works to promote the economic and cultural...
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