The invention belongs to the technical field of artificial boards, and particularly relates to a preparation method of a high-strength formaldehyde-free wood fiber board, the fiber board and application. The preparation method comprises the following steps of S1, wood pretreatment, wherein after poplar waste is crushed, two-step dipping with a mixed solution of potassium hydroxide and sodium sulfite and a calcium chloride solution, high-temperature treatment and drying for later use are carried out; S2, pre-pressing and forming; and S3, hot pressing for board forming. The mixed solution of potassium hydroxide and sodium sulfite is used for treating cellulose in wood waste residues, decomposition and hydrolysis of hemicellulose, lignin and the like are accelerated, TEMPO is used for oxidizing the cellulose, the oxidation degree is improved, calcium ions and cellulose nanofibers are crosslinked, the self viscosity is improved, and hot pressing forming of the fiber board is facilitated.