Camping

Recreational vehicle (RV), as well as tent camping, is allowed at the Maxwell National Wildlife Refuge primitive campground with a 7-night maximum stay. These sites do not have amenities like potable water, electricity, or sewage hookups. The sites which are approximately 40’ wide by 60–100’ long can accommodate an average size RV. The use of generators is allowed, but campfires are prohibited. Pets are permitted at campgrounds if always confined or kept on a leash. There are two accessible pit toilets adjacent to the parking area at the entrance road to the lake approximately 0.25 miles from the campground. These campsites are open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. Camping is allowed only at the Lake 13 Campground within the Public Use Area approximately 0.75 miles north of the visitor center. All campers must practice leave no trace principles and abide by all campground rules. 

Campground rules: 
•    No open flames
•    No campfires
•    No swimming
•    No hunting
•    No littering
•    Pets must stay on leash and under visitor control at all times