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Boone Forks Access

Boone Forks Access is the farthest downstream canoe access point on the Boone River, located at the confluence of the Des Moines and Boone Rivers in Hamilton County.

This access point serves as a key location on the Boone River Water Trail and provides entry to one of the largest Wildlife Management Areas in the watershed, encompassing over 4,655 acres with river access and recreational opportunities.


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