Tag: Colfax
The story behind the abandoned Colfax Hotel
Long ago, when the town of Colfax, formerly Illinoistown, was surrounded only by mountains and dirt roads, the iron horses of the Central Pacific and later Southern Pacific Railroads were blazing a trail in its very direction. In fact, Colfax became the heart of a new junction, connecting Grass Valley and Nevada City to the …...
Iowa Hill Road: A thrilling voyage from Colfax to Iowa Hill
Gold Country is well known for its historic gold mining towns, legendary tales of the Gold Rush and the meager beginnings of some of California’s most prominent figures. But, one thing that’s unknown to most people is the adventure that’s experienced when actually driving on the winding roads that twist, turn and...
Yankee Jims Road: Rich in history and waterfalls
Initially, the road was used by stagecoaches to travel between mining camps. Today, it’s an adventure filled with scenic views, historical sites, danger and waterfalls. Departure and Directions On an early Friday morning in May, I set out in search of at least 6 waterfalls in the Colfax portion of the Auburn State Recreation Area....
