Welcome to Colfax!
In the heart of the Palouse.

Grounded in our hometown values and agrarian roots, we are the county seat of Whitman County.

Come Experience Colfax!

Come experience small town America, with 2,846 residents calling Colfax home.

Colfax enjoys a healthy mix of history, unique locally owned businesses, rural and urban neighborhoods, amazing all season recreation, and culture.

People come from all over the world to photograph the Palouse, ride bikes on our network of trails and gravel roads, hike or snowshoe on area trails and play in nearby lakes or rivers. Enjoy our Street art and galleries, eat and shop at unique locally owned businesses. Visit the Perkins House for a tour of our founder’s Victorian mansion or book a Haunted Hospital tour of the amazing Saint Ignatiaus Hospital.

We look forward to seeing you soon. Come Explore Colfax!

Upcoming Chamber Events:

Spring Quarterly Luncheon

April 29th

Summer Movies in the Park

June 5th – August 21st

Upcoming Chamber Events:

Spring Quarterly Luncheon

April 29th

Summer Movies in the Park 

June 5th – August 21st

Discover Colfax

Don’t miss the chance to explore through our streets adorned with vibrant street art and galleries that reflect the creative spirit of our community. 

Events

Stay tuned for exciting events that bring the community together. From festivals to local gatherings, Colfax knows how to make every moment memorable.

Shop Local

Enjoy our Street art and galleries, eat and shop at unique locally owned businesses.

Explore Colfax

All four seasons are amazing on the Palouse. See what Colfax has to offer!

Visit Colfax

People from all corners of the globe visit Colfax to capture the beauty of the Palouse, ride bikes on our extensive network of trails and gravel roads, and immerse themselves in all-season recreation. Hike or snowshoe on our scenic trails, or indulge in the pleasures of nearby lakes and rivers.

Palouse Photography
People come from all over the world to photograph the breathtaking landscapes of the Palouse. Grab your camera and capture the beauty that surrounds Colfax.
Recreation
Whether it's biking on our network of trails, hiking or snowshoeing on scenic trails, or enjoying the lakes and rivers nearby, Colfax is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.
Culture and History
Immerse yourself in Colfax's rich history by touring the Perkins House, the Victorian mansion of our town's founder.

Celebrating Our Student of the Month:
Marchele McNeilly

April

Join us in celebrating Marchele McNeilly, daughter of Curt and Stephanie McNeilly. At CHS she’s a very active student. While taking a multitude of dual-credit courses and maintaining impressive grades, she also balances many extra-curriculars such as volleyball, basketball cheer, softball, FFA, National Honor Society, and the Distinguished Young Women program. This past year she has served as captain of her cheer squad and softball team as well as President of her FFA chapter. This last year Marchele was selected as Colfax DYW’s first alternate and was fortunate enough to represent our community as Miss Colfax. She is a fair ambassador for the local Palouse Empire Fair, regularly volunteers at the Colfax Food Pantry and remains active in her church choir. Next fall Marchele plans to attend the University of Idaho to pursue a degree in Ag Business with a minor in Accounting

Nominate a Student!

This initiative recognizes outstanding students in our community who excel in academics, leadership, and character.

Become A Member

Working together to promote local business, tourism, economic development and community.

Lets Connect!

At Colfax Chamber of Commerce, we thrive on fostering connections and empowering local businesses to flourish. Join us in building a stronger, more vibrant community!