Tour Days Only
| Tuesdays | 09:00 AM – Noon |
| Thursdays | 09:00 AM – Noon |
| Saturdays | 09:00 AM – Noon |
You can drive around the Maxwell Wildlife Refuge whenever you choose, every day of the week, as the refuge is open 24/7
Tram Tour Tickets
To purchase tickets, you must first select the day of the tram tour or the event you wish to attend. This will lead you to that specific calendar date where you can purchase your ticket(s).
| Adults 12 and up | $ 15.00 |
| Children 4 to 11 | $ 7.50 |
| Children under age of 3 | Free |
Visitors’ Reviews
FAQs & Rules
Can we bring food and beverages on the tram ride?
We ask that food be left at the tour center until the trip is finished, however drinks are permitted.
Can I bring my pet (S) with me on the tram?
Pets are not allowed on the tram journey, so please leave them at home or in your vehicle.
Is there wheelchair access on the trams?
You can board any of our trams with only two simple steps. We also have a wheelchair ramp, with space for up to two wheelchairs. Make sure the front desk is aware that you will require the wheelchair ramp.
Can I drive inside the refuge without joining a Friends of Maxwell tour?
Yes, Maxwell Wildlife Refuge is open 24/7, and it’s free to drive through on your own.
Will I see any animals if I drive through on my own?
When driving through MWR on your own, your odds of spotting wildlife are 50/50 chance because there are only 2 acres of main road where wildlife can cross at any time.
In terms of acres, how big is MWR?
Roughly 2,600 acres of wildlife prairie.