Maxwell Wildlife Refuge, a Kansas State Park, is located a short drive from Lindsborg, in the very southeastern tip of the scenic Smoky Hills. Visitors will find ever-changing prairie colors with a mix of mixed grass and a variety of native prairie wildflowers. The dominant grass species are big bluestem, little bluestem, Indiangrass, switchgrass, and sideoats grama. The refuge is the only location in Kansas where herds of both bison and elk can be viewed in a native prairie environment. Maxwell is home to the state's largest public herd of bison. Visitors may view on-their-own from the road and the observation tower or call ahead to schedule a tram tour with the Friends of Maxwell for a close-up view of the bison. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind experience.
