Dunlap Park Access in Hopkinton serves as a key put-in point on the Maquoketa River water trail, offering a short 1. 8-mile paddling distance to Hardscrabble Wildlife Area.

The access features an existing boat ramp with planned improvements including a hybrid concrete ramp for motorized and emergency access, accessible parking, restrooms, and a 6-foot concrete trail connecting upstream and downstream access points.

Interpretive signage and water trail markers help paddlers navigate portages and plan trips of varying lengths.