Colfax is a small town of nearly 3,000 residents, and is located at the meeting of the north and south forks of the Palouse River, in southeastern Washington state. For travelers visiting the area the Codger Pole and the Perkins House in downtown Colfax are tourist draws in the city.
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Things to do in Colfax
Boyer Park and Marina
Boyer Park and Marina is located on the shores of the Snake River. The full-service Park boasts 56-acres with a 150 slip marina, 28 RV campsites with hookups, tent camping, on-site motel, convenience store, restaurant, picnic tables, swimming beach, recreational trail, restrooms and gas. The Park is free for day use activities. Call (509) 397-3208 for more information.
302 N. Mill Street, Colfax, WA
Codger Pole
In downtown Colfax stands the largest chain saw carved structure in the world, 65-feet tall and aptly named Codger Pole. The pole was built to dedicate a football game between Colfax and the town of St. John. The football game was first played in 1938, and replayed in 1988 by those still around after 50 years, hence the codger in Codger Pole. The pole has interesting depictions of the players of the game.
Steptoe Butte State Park
The park is famous for its stark, dramatic beauty and the panoramic view it provides of surrounding farmlands, the Blue Mountains, and other neighboring ranges and peaks. From the top of the butte, the eye can see 200 miles. Call (360) 902-8844 for more information.
The Perkins House
The Perkins House belonged to the town's founder, James Perkins. The house contains furniture and artifact from late 1800s.
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