Colfax, CA

united states

Colfax is a small Sierra Nevada foothills town of 2,400 people along I-80, about an hour northeast of Sacramento. The main route follows I-80 through Auburn, while Highway 174 offers a scenic alternative. It's a popular rest stop for travelers heading to Lake Tahoe, with several EV charging stations available. The restored 1905 railroad depot downtown now serves as a museum showcasing the town's role in the transcontinental railroad.