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Colfax Recreational Area on the Red River in Grant Parish offers a well-developed 2-lane concrete boat ramp and direct water access for kayakers, canoeists, and boaters. The facility includes picnic shelters, 34 picnic units, and 25 RV sites, making it a convenient base for extended trips. The access roads are designed to accommodate paddlers launching kayaks and canoes in addition to motorized vessels.
The Red River at this location is a major waterway—a powerful stream order 9 river with an average flow of approximately 68,000 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 5.93 feet/second. Paddlers should be prepared for a substantial current with a gentle average gradient of 1.6 feet/mile. **Important note:** The ramp closes when river levels reach 32 feet with predicted continued rise, so check current conditions before launching. The site is accessible via US Highway 71 through Montgomery; turn west at the caution light and follow Old Jefferson Highway to the access road.