Welcome to Maxwell Wildlife Refuge

The Friends of Maxwell, a private non-profit foundation organization and a separate entity working with the KDWP to improve, develop and promote Maxwell Wildlife Refuge.

Our Mission Statement: To promote prairie stewardship by providing interpretive and educational opportunities that emphasize the Kansas Prairies natural, cultural and historic resources…

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Bison

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ELK

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FLOWERS

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Visitors’ Reviews

Arden brummell
Arden brummell
2024-10-01
My mom and I came up for a tram ride and it was absolutely amazing. The people here do a great job and seem to love the animals and land they care for. We’ll definitely be coming back to visit again!
Izaac Chapman
Izaac Chapman
2024-09-21
Our favorite weekend drive! Don't miss out on this 💎
Timothy J. “Tim” Bonner
Timothy J. “Tim” Bonner
2024-09-12
Great nature tour in the wide open spaces on the Great Plains. They are preserving the environment- flora and fauna. Nice visitor center with a lot of information.
Jane
Jane
2024-08-08
Loved getting to see the Bison up close and enjoy the gorgeous views of the wildflowers and hills.
Abbey Trotta
Abbey Trotta
2024-08-04
The tram ride was a really great way to see the bison. They are not afraid, and you get an up close view including the bison calves. Great experience!
Shelley Gardner
Shelley Gardner
2024-07-15
I really enjoyed my visit. Friendly and informative tour. Absolutely beautiful environment!
Joe Engelman
Joe Engelman
2024-07-14
Beautiful place and well thought out for viewing the animals!
PATTY Kern
PATTY Kern
2024-06-25
Awesome place anytime of year...the camping at Battle Hill RV next door to the lake is very nice as well and not expensive.
Diane Mason
Diane Mason
2024-06-22
Interesting tour. Got right up next to the bison! The tour guide was very informative.

Maxwell Wildlife Refuge Highlights

BISON TRACKS

SPRINGTIME ON THE PRAIRIE The Babies and Wildflowers are coming! As we get into the…

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