Boone Forks Wildlife Management Area is the largest and farthest downstream public access point to the Boone River, encompassing over 4,655 acres across Webster and Hamilton Counties.

This location provides canoe access to the Boone River Water Trail and supports primitive camping for up to 14 consecutive days.

The area is managed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources with specific use restrictions including nontoxic shot requirements and rock climbing permitted only on abandoned railroad bridge piers.