When Eric mentioned that the Mackinaw Bridge takes 7 years to paint and then they start doing it again, reminds me of a saying here in the UK. There is a bridge in Scotland called the Forth Bridge, which had staff who until recently were constantly painting it. So in everyday life if something seems to be a never-ending task its commonly referred to as being 'like painting the forth bridge'
I’m from Michigan and I love it! Michigan is a hidden gem and I try not to brag too much about the lakes everywhere and the sheer beauty of it all not to mention swimming, canoeing, kayaking, snowmobiling, skiing, ice fishing, the beautiful colors in the Fall, the fresh air especially the smell of pine and fireplaces and bonfires! ♥️ Enjoy 😉 p.s. I don’t know if you’ve noticed how clean it is the further North you go. Michigan is very proud of the North and it’s mostly Government Forest and the DNR does not have patience with folks that try to trash it!!
We did notice that! All the beaches and trails were so clean up there! It always felt like we were the first people visiting the areas because they were all so pristine 😍 Coming back and doing an epic snowmobile trip is high up on our bucket list now ☃️
As a proud Michigander, I love my state. My wife and I traveled the UP this summer and loved it, it was her first time exploring up there and I hadn't been up there since I was a kid. I'm glad you guys enjoyed my beautiful home state. You haven't even seen half of the fantastic things the Lower and Upper Peninsulas have to offer. Come back anytime, you're always welcome!
Oh ya, it was so hard picking spots to visit - there's so much to see and do up there! We could have visited 50 waterfalls/beaches/campgrounds and still had plenty left to go! Glad you all had a fun trip 🙌 We'll definitely be back!
I'm a Michigander as well and for the first time in my 44 years I went to the UP to camp and do some sightseeing just a few weeks ago. What a magical place! Now I am obsessed with UP videos and will absolutely return again. I would love to live there!
Fun fact- those who live in the UP are known as Yoopers and the pasty is such an integral part of Michigan culture, that Calumet (one of the towns you drove through on your way to Copper Harbor) has an annual festival devoted to it. You can find pasties at grocery stores, restaurants, bakeries, and even little shops dedicated to just making pasty. It's the ultimate comfort food in my opinion. My late grandmother taught me how to make them and now I make them for my own family. And when I do, my kids join in just like I did when I helped Grandma and I'm instantly transported back to those days when I was the one standing on the chair so I could reach the table to roll out the dough. Also, I can attest that the shape of a pasty largely depends on the maker. Mine are nowhere near as dome-like as the ones you bought. I love when Michigan and the UP specifically are showcased in videos like this because the UP is such an incredible place that has so much area that is completely untouched yet. And I can tell you that if you grow up on the shores of the Great Lakes, it calls to you for the rest of your life. I live in another Upper Midwestern state now and I'm a few hours drive from Lake Superior's shoreline and a solid 9 hours from my old hometown. But at least once a year, I HAVE to go stand at the water's edge and just breathe. I can't explain it other than it feels like I'm recharging my batteries. I am so glad you are enjoying your time there because is such an incredible place. (PS. I hope you stopped at the Snow Meter just outside of Mohawk on your way to Copper Harbor. It's pretty impressive to see just how much snow the UP can get in a winter. It's one of the few things I DON'T miss about living there.)
BROCKWAY MOUNTAIN DRIVE was completed in the 1940’s by my husbands grandfather. He employed men during the depression using the CCC (civilian conservative coop) program. Helped men get back to work using newly learned trades. Grandpa used donkeys & dynamite to level out the road. Grandpa used his masonry skills learned in Germany to erect the stone guard rails leading up to the mountain top. Now that we’re grandparents, watching you explore the UP has us thinking we need to take our grandsons up there and explore family history. Grandma S (hubby’s grandma) made pasties. She & grandpa S. ran a boarding house in Calumet…copper country. She did laundry, bedding & fed eight to ten men at a time (plus her own four children). I have her pastie recipe. I tend to make them in the fall. They’re a family favorite. You explored a lot of Michigan’s upper but you missed Big Bay. It was a logging town owned by Henry Ford. His factory on Lake Independence is still there. A family bought it and built their home inside. There are many beautiful hiking trails up there. The 1950’s movie “Anatomy of a Murder” was filmed in Big Bay. The murder actually took place at the Lumber Jack Tavern. Our friend Jack B. Owns it now. He has loads of stories about the area.. he also has load of beer and other adult beverages. You can camp at Perkins County Park, which is practically across the street from the Lumber Jack. No need to drive drunk, but staggering could still get you in trouble, so drink responsibly. Thanks for the cool memories of the UP. Looking forward to more videos from the two of you.
I love my home state of Michigan. You could very well spend 6 months traveling the coast of both the upper and lower peninsulas and still not see everything! Michigan has the longest freshwater coastline of any state.
@@elizabethw.454 I guess you get used to it. It's a small price to pay for getting to enjoy the other 3 seasons in such an amazing place. Plus, the cold kills off bugs, which is a good thing!
Michigan IS wonderful! The Mighty Mac! You need to wear Michigan merch! Michiganders are NEVER out without it! Michiganders are the NICEST people you will EVER meet!
Michigan is such an underrated state most people not from here have no idea there are endless lakes and rivers and it doesn't get much better then northern Michigan!!!
You missed Mackinac Island in Michigan. We just got back from Mackinac Island, it's my happy place! It's like stepping back in time. No cars allowed on Island, just horse and carriages and bicycles, and lots of fudge shops!
Michigander here. I wish y’all could’ve gotten over to Mackinac Island. It’s a slice of heaven on earth, and so relaxing. I chuckled at the way you pronounced “Tahquamenon”. Us Michiganders know how to say it lol. It is a hard one. 😉 Michigan is full of exciting things to do and see. You definitely need to come back!!!! ❤️
Michigan here too. Yes, I agree, they should have gone to mackinaw Island. The UP definitely takes more than a week in my opinion. There's so much to see.
As a yooper, it's so awesome to see my favorite RUclipsrs visiting my state. You definitely made the most of your trip and I'm glad everything worked out.
I am a Yooper, too. Near Ishpeming. I don’t live there now. I live in a neighboring state. It’s Mackinac Bridge, not Mackinaw (but is pronounced Mackinaw)….. sorry don’t mean to come across as the grammar police. Nice to see you make the trip to God’s country.
This video was first rate you guys! 😯👌👏 You've come SO far over the years with your production value! I'm not just talking about better quality cameras. I mean in general. Everything from the way you interact with your audience to the sound and editing approaches. It's all so polished now but yet it still feels raw and real! Some people lose the magic when they polish a channel up but you haven't. Anyway.... Those drone shots were incredible! 😍 And I loved that you put the names of where you were! I often use your channel as inspo for future trips (I am too unwell to travel these days but just in case I ever recover). So it's super helpful to know where all the cool spots are so I don't have to figure it out myself. And I mean, come on..... you had me at the puppies ☺😉
You so eloquently described what I was thinking while watching this video. Right down to the trip inspo. Thanks! And thanks Eric and Allison! One of your best videos yet.
So pleased you got to see how beautiful our Great Lakes are! I feel like so many Americans miss out by not seeing/appreciating these understated yet naturally opulent landscapes.
You did noteven scratch the surface of the hidden treasures of the UP of Michigan. From Sault Ste Marie to Paradise, fom Manidtique to escanaba, the 300 plus waterfalls to the casinos, and much much more.
I'm a very proud Michigander and this was an absolute delight. The UP is truly unlike anywhere else in the world and it was so fun seeing it through fresh eyes!
I was born and raised in the UP. Thank you so much for highlighting the area. I feel like the UP doesn’t get nearly the credit it deserves. Side note, it’s hugely debated if pasties should be eaten with gravy or ketchup. Trolls (people who live below the bridge) generally eat pasties with gravy and Yoopers (people born in the UP) eat them with ketchup.
I was so confused when I was offered gravy for my pasty when I was at college!! LOL! Just a bit of salt for me if the pasty is still hot and ketchup if it is cold.
This might be one of the prettiest places I've ever seen you visit. I've never been to Michigan and never really thought about going but now it's definitely a must. Eric, your drone shots are out of this world good 🙌
I've lived in Michigan my whole life...born and raised in Cadillac, currently living in Lansing, but I spent a year living in the Upper Peninsula (Houghton), and I can tell you firsthand that the natural beauty of this area is unbelievable. Most people visiting Michigan just think of Detroit, but we have so much more to offer. If you visit, make sure to get to the U.P. (as we call it), specifically the Keweenaw Peninsula where I lived...you won't regret it.
Never knew Michigan was so beautiful, it's not really advertised to us overseas. The water especially is gorgeous and it reminds me of parts of Canada!
It’s not advertised to us in the states either!! Whenever I mention we’re vacationing in Michigan, the response from people out of state is “…why??”. They have no idea how wonderful it is. I think that’s part of the reason everything is so clean and beautiful, there is so much untampered beauty.
Born and raised in Kalkaska. 5th generation to goto Crawford School a little 1 room school house k-8th grade. My graduation from 8th grade was 5 people . UP in the fall is absolutely stunning. We camped every summer at castle rock campground in St. Ignace. Climbed Castle Rock more times than I care to count. Glad you had a good time [n my home state. Remember in Michigan the drive is part of the joy.
thanks for sharing,I was born and raised in MIchigan,and I am 69 years old and still love to go camping and always finding new places to see in my beautiful state... keep up the good work filming and sharing with us all God Bless you both...
Every Michigan video I've seen makes me want to go visit. Seems like you could spend a few summers exploring and never get bored. "daddy my hat blew off." "I hope your head was in it" Smokey and the Bandit.😂
As another Michigander that visits the UP on vacations, we love to divide the Upper into sections and try to see as much as we can on each adventure. One tip I can recommend is to make sure that you have paid the extra $12 for the park pass on your MI license plate. So many State Parks up there to enjoy for just the $12 annual fee. And if you love to travel with pets, so many places offer good affordable lodging with a minimal pet fee. Thank you for doing such a great job promoting our wonderful state of Michigan.
Tahquamenon Falls in the fall is the most beautiful place. So many colors and so serene. Truly stunning. I really love it up there. Cumberland Falls in KY is also gorgeous. Hard to pick my fav as they are both equally amazing.
The one thing I love most about the UP is the unspoiled nature of it; you really do appreciate the rugged landscape that created a new life for so many who immigrated to this countries decades prior. I don't get to enjoy this part of my home state nearly as much as I should, though Northern Lower Peninsula is just as grand in its own ways. Glad you were able to be amongst all of us Michiganders
Michigan born and raised. Lived here all my life in the lower peninsula. Have relatives in the upper. Been there many times and been to most all of the places you visited. Daughter lived up there while doing her clinicals at Manistique Hospital.
i grew up in Ishpeming, MI. i moved away at 22 and am 30 now. I used to hate growing up in the upper peninsula but now that ive grown up i now realize that it truly is gods country up there. I live in phoenix now but i know i'll find my way back!
RE: the shape of the pasties , Muldoon's shape is not typical of the pasties in most places in the UP. The half moon shape you know from Cornwall is the usual shape.
Ok, you two are naturals on-screen, you do you well! You have the ability to express yourself according to what is occurring in any given situation. Personally, I feel that I can relate to you both more because of your authenticity. You really do make viewing something to look forward to each week. 👍👊
Welcome to our hood. We live just down the road from kitch-iti-kipi. Clyde's in Manistique is the best for burgers. The Fitz in the Keweenaw is also good eats.
We took the trail to the point out of Copper Harbor in 2018. We took a wrong turn and ended up on an ATV trail with an FJ Cruiser pulling a Casita. It was quite knarly but after a few hours found our way out of the woods. The FJ never skipped a beat and 4 wheeled the Casita with no problem. My wife and I were born and raised around Detroit, however we’ve lived most of our lives outside of Michigan. Michigan has many gorgeous pull offs strategically placed along many of the highways that you can park for the night. Free. Sort of like rest areas.
My dad is from Michigan and would talk about all the vacations they would take in state. Guess my grandpa didn't like to leave much. I see why. And the Tahquamenon falls... my dad and uncles would call it cola cola falls. Looks like a iced cold coke falling down. Up looks awesome. Been wanting to go. Just reinforced to plan a trip there and cuddle puppies of course. Great videos. Love u guys
The falls are so beautiful thanks for taking us folks with you, I hope you had a nice trip come back soon! I was at the house sitting in my office(garage) and saw you folks drive by. Every time I get a Muldoons Pasty my wife comes out with a brown bag to take home 🙂 is this a redhead thing 😂. Seriously come back spend some time, there is so much to see in the UP all along the coasts, the history...I ❤Michigan!
Ya, we're pretty bummed we missed the change...sadly we have to be in Asia for a few weeks or we definitely would have stuck around longer to see that! 🍁🍂
When my wife and I took a boat tour of the Pictured Rocks, we encountered some rough water on the return trip. The captain came on the PA and announced that a passenger had asked him what they should do before a boat trip to prevent seasickness. His response was "Buttermilk. Why you ask? Because it tastes the same coming p as it did going down." My wife did not appreciate the humor...
I'm a Michigander and I am a "Troll". I live under the bridge! So happy you are enjoying my State. You must come back, you have just scratched the surface of what makes Michigan... "The Winter, Water, Wonderland " !
I lived in Michigan all my life and recently moved out of state. This video was very nostalgic to me. Michigan is very pretty and a lot of folks don't know enough about it. It is so much to do there. With the addition of all season you can surf, drive the sand dunes, go fishing, ice fishing, camping, ice skating and skiing all in one state. Summer are super hot which most people don't even believe. Oh with the number of lakes we have, we also have thousands of islands too.
A Yooper here! You all hit several great spots! There is so much to see and do across the whole U.P.! If you’re looking for off road campsites get yourself a forestry map however we’ve used the Ioverlander app to locate off road or secluded sites! Lake Superior was formed by a volcano. One reason the water is so crystal clear is because of the temperature plus unlike the 4 other Great Lakes, she doesn’t have pollution pumping into her! The U.P. is an all year playground with plenty of activities and adventure for those that seek it! Pasties with brown gravy, yummy but no to the ketchup! Great trip!
I've lived in Michigan all my life and we have never been known for our seafood! We are known for the shape of our state and for the four seasons of sports you can do. It's a long list! Enjoy!
Nice video of the Great lakes State. Other places to visit here would be Porcupine Mountains (Lake of the Clouds), Isle Royale National Park and in the Lower Peninsula visit Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore (Empire Bluff Trail) voted most scenic site in the USA by Good Morning America.
Now THAT was some beautiful UP scenes. I'd be checking out land prices there for sure. I'll bet winters are beautifully freezing. LOL. I have to say the puppy cuddles were one of my favorite times. I was right there with you enjoying the pup cuddles too. There's just something about puppies that touches my heart. Your F250 is surely holding its own. This video was so complete with food, camping, travels, and cuddles. Thanks.
16:35. The view of the clear water and everything underneath the surface. Amazing and awe-inspiring! And there's no price-gouging theme park wrapped around it.
Oh man the throwback on the Alaska video blows my mind. I remember when that was posted. You guys are proven quality content because I’ve been a fan of your adventures for years. Keep ‘me coming ya’ll!!
You really should have explored the Lower Falls, way more fun and entertaining than the Upper. Ask any Yooper. Also there are more than 100 waterfalls to explore. Next time check out Grand Marais area too.
That was absolutely Beautiful. You did so much so fast. The color of the water is stunning. Michigan is the world's best kept secret. Love it!! Puppies are happiness, I love puppy breath. They were to cute! Btw you both look really happy. Especially Alison.
Welcome to Michigan! My husband and I are from here. We have camped, shoe shoed and cross country skied around theTahquamenon Falls. So glad you had time to stop at the Pub. Enjoy your trip.
This was one of your best videos ever. I really enjoyed seeing everything you both did. Exciting. Missing you on Instagram -you use to post so much more. Keep these vibes going.
I guess if I had to recommend one Waylon song to introduce someone, it'd have to be "Shadow of your distant friend", although he has too many good ones to write down. Rock on👍
Thank you for highlighting my home state! I cannot imagine living anywhere else❤️One aside...whitefish is a lake fish, not “seafood” Try smoked whitefish, it’s amazing!❣️
First time watching one of your videos. I was very impressed. I was born and raised in Michigan which is what drew me to watching and I'm so glad I did. The time and effort you put into taping is evident. Also, how much enjoyment you get out of doing it. Bravo !
Yes, hope your Lake Superior 💙 & Lake Michigan Region route, does include both MN & WI cheesehead state(s). Enough wild camping 🏕 locations with more rock cliff formation vista's. Epic adventures, micro breweries, wineries & fish boils too in Wisconsin Apostles Islands and Door County (nearby Green Bay Packer Country)!!!
My mom is from the UP, born in Iron Mountain, grew up in the Soo, and spent her summers on the Tahquamenon River where her parents had a small tourist business taking people down river to go see the Upper Falls on the other side! The UP has always had a major soft spot for me and we return at least a few times a year. We were up in August celebrating my grandparents 68th wedding anniversary!
I grew up in the up we definitely are a different breed up here, we love to hunt and fish, our idea of a good time isn’t going to the club or going shopping, it’s chasing Whitetails in the fall, fishing in the summer sun or in the gloomy winters, I’m very proud to be a yooper from the 906
The lakeshore of Lake Superior is really beautiful- so glad you’re able to explore! I would have stopped to cuddle puppies, too. And the slow motion food shots are always appreciated…the “oh yeah” made me wheeze-laugh.
Native Michigander.. I am from South West Michigan but have spent every summer heading up north for all the wonders, there is much along the lakeshore before you even get to the UP but the UP is the absolute gem in the crown of our state especially in fall. Hope you can come back again soon!
@@Theendlessadventure it’s so beautiful in fall and winter, I suggest finding an apple cider mill to visit. Fresh donuts with hot apple cider 🤤 and the caramel apples!!!
Amazing video guys. What a whirlwind of a trip and the filming and editing were stunning. It was so beautiful there and of course the puppies were so cuddly. I look forward to the next one. P.S. for those of us from other countries could you name the states you scratch off please.
When Eric mentioned that the Mackinaw Bridge takes 7 years to paint and then they start doing it again, reminds me of a saying here in the UK. There is a bridge in Scotland called the Forth Bridge, which had staff who until recently were constantly painting it. So in everyday life if something seems to be a never-ending task its commonly referred to as being 'like painting the forth bridge'
The Forth Bridge now has a triple layer of glass flake epoxy paint which should last 25 years - they should sell it to the Mackinaw!
Sydney Harbour Bridge is also a never ending paint job.
@@margaretmorgan4682 Crocodile Dundee actor / comedian Paul Hogan was a painter of that bridge when he was a young man.
My professor in college had a joke about the Golden Gate Bridge, because apparently they just paint it all the time too!
Seeing as they can only paint the bridge for about four months out of the year, it takes a while.
Native Michigander here, and I LOVED seeing my state featured by a traveling youtuber!
I’m from Michigan and I love it! Michigan is a hidden gem and I try not to brag too much about the lakes everywhere and the sheer beauty of it all not to mention swimming, canoeing, kayaking, snowmobiling, skiing, ice fishing, the beautiful colors in the Fall, the fresh air especially the smell of pine and fireplaces and bonfires! ♥️ Enjoy 😉 p.s. I don’t know if you’ve noticed how clean it is the further North you go. Michigan is very proud of the North and it’s mostly Government Forest and the DNR does not have patience with folks that try to trash it!!
We're never more than three miles from water here. I love it!
We did notice that! All the beaches and trails were so clean up there! It always felt like we were the first people visiting the areas because they were all so pristine 😍 Coming back and doing an epic snowmobile trip is high up on our bucket list now ☃️
@@Theendlessadventure Great snow trails in the nw corner of the LP, too!
Yes I’m so glad not a lot of people go to trash to and there are great dnr
Man! Lake superior is one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.
As a proud Michigander, I love my state. My wife and I traveled the UP this summer and loved it, it was her first time exploring up there and I hadn't been up there since I was a kid. I'm glad you guys enjoyed my beautiful home state. You haven't even seen half of the fantastic things the Lower and Upper Peninsulas have to offer. Come back anytime, you're always welcome!
Oh ya, it was so hard picking spots to visit - there's so much to see and do up there! We could have visited 50 waterfalls/beaches/campgrounds and still had plenty left to go! Glad you all had a fun trip 🙌 We'll definitely be back!
I've lived in the UP since 2005, retired here from the military. Currently the trees are all crazy colors and its very scenic everywhere you drive.
I'm a Michigander as well and for the first time in my 44 years I went to the UP to camp and do some sightseeing just a few weeks ago. What a magical place! Now I am obsessed with UP videos and will absolutely return again. I would love to live there!
Fun fact- those who live in the UP are known as Yoopers and the pasty is such an integral part of Michigan culture, that Calumet (one of the towns you drove through on your way to Copper Harbor) has an annual festival devoted to it. You can find pasties at grocery stores, restaurants, bakeries, and even little shops dedicated to just making pasty. It's the ultimate comfort food in my opinion. My late grandmother taught me how to make them and now I make them for my own family. And when I do, my kids join in just like I did when I helped Grandma and I'm instantly transported back to those days when I was the one standing on the chair so I could reach the table to roll out the dough. Also, I can attest that the shape of a pasty largely depends on the maker. Mine are nowhere near as dome-like as the ones you bought.
I love when Michigan and the UP specifically are showcased in videos like this because the UP is such an incredible place that has so much area that is completely untouched yet. And I can tell you that if you grow up on the shores of the Great Lakes, it calls to you for the rest of your life. I live in another Upper Midwestern state now and I'm a few hours drive from Lake Superior's shoreline and a solid 9 hours from my old hometown. But at least once a year, I HAVE to go stand at the water's edge and just breathe. I can't explain it other than it feels like I'm recharging my batteries. I am so glad you are enjoying your time there because is such an incredible place. (PS. I hope you stopped at the Snow Meter just outside of Mohawk on your way to Copper Harbor. It's pretty impressive to see just how much snow the UP can get in a winter. It's one of the few things I DON'T miss about living there.)
BROCKWAY MOUNTAIN DRIVE
was completed in the 1940’s by my husbands grandfather. He employed men during the depression using the CCC (civilian conservative coop) program. Helped men get back to work using newly learned trades. Grandpa used donkeys & dynamite to level out the road. Grandpa used his masonry skills learned in Germany to erect the stone guard rails leading up to the mountain top. Now that we’re grandparents, watching you explore the UP has us thinking we need to take our grandsons up there and explore family history.
Grandma S (hubby’s grandma) made pasties. She & grandpa S. ran a boarding house in Calumet…copper country. She did laundry, bedding & fed eight to ten men at a time (plus her own four children). I have her pastie recipe. I tend to make them in the fall. They’re a family favorite.
You explored a lot of Michigan’s upper but you missed Big Bay. It was a logging town owned by Henry Ford. His factory on Lake Independence is still there. A family bought it and built their home inside. There are many beautiful hiking trails up there. The 1950’s movie “Anatomy of a Murder” was filmed in Big Bay. The murder actually took place at the Lumber Jack Tavern. Our friend Jack B. Owns it now. He has loads of stories about the area.. he also has load of beer and other adult beverages. You can camp at Perkins County Park, which is practically across the street from the Lumber Jack. No need to drive drunk, but staggering could still get you in trouble, so drink responsibly.
Thanks for the cool memories of the UP. Looking forward to more videos from the two of you.
I love my home state of Michigan. You could very well spend 6 months traveling the coast of both the upper and lower peninsulas and still not see everything! Michigan has the longest freshwater coastline of any state.
Agreed! We love living here as well. So much beauty!
I was so excited they came to Michigan!! The UP is gorgeous!! I'm a Troll under the bridge in Midmichigan.
@@TakeATripTogether I had an amazing time visiting northwest Michigan recently could see myself living there but how do you survive the long winter 🥶
@@elizabethw.454 I guess you get used to it. It's a small price to pay for getting to enjoy the other 3 seasons in such an amazing place. Plus, the cold kills off bugs, which is a good thing!
@@elizabethw.454 Lower half of lower peninsula Michigan winters aren't that bad anymore.
Michigan IS wonderful!
The Mighty Mac!
You need to wear Michigan merch! Michiganders are NEVER out without it! Michiganders are the NICEST people you will EVER meet!
Michigan is such an underrated state most people not from here have no idea there are endless lakes and rivers and it doesn't get much better then northern Michigan!!!
You missed Mackinac Island in Michigan. We just got back from Mackinac Island, it's my happy place! It's like stepping back in time. No cars allowed on Island, just horse and carriages and bicycles, and lots of fudge shops!
Michigander here. I wish y’all could’ve gotten over to Mackinac Island. It’s a slice of heaven on earth, and so relaxing. I chuckled at the way you pronounced “Tahquamenon”. Us Michiganders know how to say it lol. It is a hard one. 😉 Michigan is full of exciting things to do and see. You definitely need to come back!!!! ❤️
Michigan here too. Yes, I agree, they should have gone to mackinaw Island. The UP definitely takes more than a week in my opinion. There's so much to see.
Same here live just an hour north of Lansing Michigan
@Melissa MackinaC
@@joeteeter I’m about 40 min south of traverse City but my in-laws live in Charlotte. I love it down your way!
It’s touristy, but a great place to visit
As a yooper, it's so awesome to see my favorite RUclipsrs visiting my state. You definitely made the most of your trip and I'm glad everything worked out.
I am a Yooper, too. Near Ishpeming. I don’t live there now. I live in a neighboring state.
It’s Mackinac Bridge, not Mackinaw (but is pronounced Mackinaw)….. sorry don’t mean to come across as the grammar police.
Nice to see you make the trip to God’s country.
This video was first rate you guys! 😯👌👏 You've come SO far over the years with your production value! I'm not just talking about better quality cameras. I mean in general. Everything from the way you interact with your audience to the sound and editing approaches. It's all so polished now but yet it still feels raw and real! Some people lose the magic when they polish a channel up but you haven't. Anyway.... Those drone shots were incredible! 😍 And I loved that you put the names of where you were! I often use your channel as inspo for future trips (I am too unwell to travel these days but just in case I ever recover). So it's super helpful to know where all the cool spots are so I don't have to figure it out myself. And I mean, come on..... you had me at the puppies ☺😉
You so eloquently described what I was thinking while watching this video. Right down to the trip inspo. Thanks! And thanks Eric and Allison! One of your best videos yet.
It’s even better in the winter
So pleased you got to see how beautiful our Great Lakes are! I feel like so many Americans miss out by not seeing/appreciating these understated yet naturally opulent landscapes.
You did noteven scratch the surface of the hidden treasures of the UP of Michigan. From Sault Ste Marie to Paradise, fom Manidtique to escanaba, the 300 plus waterfalls to the casinos, and much much more.
Proud Michigander here! Love to see others enjoying our state!
I'm a very proud Michigander and this was an absolute delight. The UP is truly unlike anywhere else in the world and it was so fun seeing it through fresh eyes!
I was born and raised in the UP. Thank you so much for highlighting the area. I feel like the UP doesn’t get nearly the credit it deserves.
Side note, it’s hugely debated if pasties should be eaten with gravy or ketchup. Trolls (people who live below the bridge) generally eat pasties with gravy and Yoopers (people born in the UP) eat them with ketchup.
I’m a yooper and I can verify- ketchup all the way. Happy school lunch memories.
I'm apparently a troll. 😉😛 But ketchup all the way!
I was so confused when I was offered gravy for my pasty when I was at college!! LOL! Just a bit of salt for me if the pasty is still hot and ketchup if it is cold.
Oh man..we loved the chicken with gravy and beef with ketchup! But we'd eat them anyway they were served 🤤
Try them with MUSTARD. 😋
That sunset was amazing!! Also the falls…I never realized Michigan was so beautiful. I’m loving this series.
Live in Michigan & it is the best place … winter, summer, water, forests … best kept secret in the country.
This might be one of the prettiest places I've ever seen you visit. I've never been to Michigan and never really thought about going but now it's definitely a must. Eric, your drone shots are out of this world good 🙌
Beautiful! The U.P. is my favorite place in the whole world ❤
I've lived in Michigan my whole life...born and raised in Cadillac, currently living in Lansing, but I spent a year living in the Upper Peninsula (Houghton), and I can tell you firsthand that the natural beauty of this area is unbelievable. Most people visiting Michigan just think of Detroit, but we have so much more to offer. If you visit, make sure to get to the U.P. (as we call it), specifically the Keweenaw Peninsula where I lived...you won't regret it.
Absolutely love the UP. We have an amazing barn wedding venue Serenity Barn LLC in Iron River, MI.
Never knew Michigan was so beautiful, it's not really advertised to us overseas. The water especially is gorgeous and it reminds me of parts of Canada!
stop by, we'd love to have ya stay a while. :)
It’s not advertised to us in the states either!! Whenever I mention we’re vacationing in Michigan, the response from people out of state is “…why??”. They have no idea how wonderful it is.
I think that’s part of the reason everything is so clean and beautiful, there is so much untampered beauty.
@@LLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLOL maybe it's good to keep it that way so it's not overrun with tourists and spoilt!
we're run by democrats, trust me we need the money to keep our taxes down. @@jj-if6it
I have lived in Michigan my whole life and couldn't imagine living anywhere else it is an outdoor paradise, in every season.
Born and raised in Kalkaska. 5th generation to goto Crawford School a little 1 room school house k-8th grade. My graduation from 8th grade was 5 people . UP in the fall is absolutely stunning. We camped every summer at castle rock campground in St. Ignace. Climbed Castle Rock more times than I care to count. Glad you had a good time [n my home state. Remember in Michigan the drive is part of the joy.
I actually serviced Exelcior #1 school as a speec/language pathologist back in 1991. Darling school.
You must be close to the Beans. They just went to those rock formations. I LOVED those puppies 🐶 🥰❤
I was thinking the same thing! Beans coming soon 😂
Sometimes videos take days or weeks to edit and upload so they could be nowhere near
They said last video that their goal was to meet back up with the beans, I'm sure they plan on crossing paths somewhere 😉
They were to meet up but the delay with the van they said they might miss the beans
Beans got there first---a bit more authentic and less frenetic---settle down endless. Smell the goldenrod.
Your motto----Breweries are us!
thanks for sharing,I was born and raised in MIchigan,and I am 69 years old and still love to go camping and always finding new places to see in my beautiful state... keep up the good work filming and sharing with us all God Bless you both...
Every Michigan video I've seen makes me want to go visit. Seems like you could spend a few summers exploring and never get bored.
"daddy my hat blew off." "I hope your head was in it" Smokey and the Bandit.😂
Lived here 58 years and still haven't seen it all. There's so much beauty in thus state!
Lake in the Clouds! I don't think I saw that in the video. You'll love it!
As another Michigander that visits the UP on vacations, we love to divide the Upper into sections and try to see as much as we can on each adventure. One tip I can recommend is to make sure that you have paid the extra $12 for the park pass on your MI license plate. So many State Parks up there to enjoy for just the $12 annual fee. And if you love to travel with pets, so many places offer good affordable lodging with a minimal pet fee. Thank you for doing such a great job promoting our wonderful state of Michigan.
As an Englishman I definitely approve of those pasties, thin crust and mega stuffed, awesome 👌
Tahquamenon Falls in the fall is the most beautiful place. So many colors and so serene. Truly stunning. I really love it up there. Cumberland Falls in KY is also gorgeous. Hard to pick my fav as they are both equally amazing.
The one thing I love most about the UP is the unspoiled nature of it; you really do appreciate the rugged landscape that created a new life for so many who immigrated to this countries decades prior. I don't get to enjoy this part of my home state nearly as much as I should, though Northern Lower Peninsula is just as grand in its own ways. Glad you were able to be amongst all of us Michiganders
Glass bottom boat tours to see ship wrecks is awesome too.
Michigan born and raised. Lived here all my life in the lower peninsula. Have relatives in the upper. Been there many times and been to most all of the places you visited. Daughter lived up there while doing her clinicals at Manistique Hospital.
Yay! An actual travel video! The old Endless Adventure is back!!!
i grew up in Ishpeming, MI. i moved away at 22 and am 30 now. I used to hate growing up in the upper peninsula but now that ive grown up i now realize that it truly is gods country up there. I live in phoenix now but i know i'll find my way back!
RE: the shape of the pasties , Muldoon's shape is not typical of the pasties in most places in the UP. The half moon shape you know from Cornwall is the usual shape.
When I was in MI it was on an 18 wheeler picking up Kellogg's cereal in beautiful Battle Creek MI. The prettiest green I ever saw :) in the summer.
Ok, you two are naturals on-screen, you do you well! You have the ability to express yourself according to what is occurring in any given situation. Personally, I feel that I can relate to you both more because of your authenticity. You really do make viewing something to look forward to each week. 👍👊
Thanks so much, Sandra! 🥰 So happy to have you adventuring with us!
Welcome to our hood. We live just down the road from kitch-iti-kipi.
Clyde's in Manistique is the best for burgers.
The Fitz in the Keweenaw is also good eats.
Excellent! This is one of the best U.P. videos that I've seen.
"Tah-qua-men-on" Falls. Looks like root beer floats with the foam. Tallest falls east of the Mississippi River. The UP is Michigan's gem.
Those puppies are adorable! So glad you were able to go there, hopefully I can soon!!! 🐶
We took the trail to the point out of Copper Harbor in 2018. We took a wrong turn and ended up on an ATV trail with an FJ Cruiser pulling a Casita. It was quite knarly but after a few hours found our way out of the woods. The FJ never skipped a beat and 4 wheeled the Casita with no problem. My wife and I were born and raised around Detroit, however we’ve lived most of our lives outside of Michigan. Michigan has many gorgeous pull offs strategically placed along many of the highways that you can park for the night. Free. Sort of like rest areas.
Fun fact. You are never more than 6 miles from a body of water or 85 miles from a Great Lake in Michigan.
Glad you enjoyed your time in da UP !
Porcupine mountains .. far west side of the up. Lake in the clouds and great camping !
My dad is from Michigan and would talk about all the vacations they would take in state. Guess my grandpa didn't like to leave much. I see why. And the Tahquamenon falls... my dad and uncles would call it cola cola falls. Looks like a iced cold coke falling down. Up looks awesome. Been wanting to go. Just reinforced to plan a trip there and cuddle puppies of course. Great videos. Love u guys
The falls are so beautiful thanks for taking us folks with you, I hope you had a nice trip come back soon! I was at the house sitting in my office(garage) and saw you folks drive by. Every time I get a Muldoons Pasty my wife comes out with a brown bag to take home 🙂 is this a redhead thing 😂. Seriously come back spend some time, there is so much to see in the UP all along the coasts, the history...I ❤Michigan!
The UP of Michigan is gorgeous especially when the leaves start changing colors. You guys are about two weeks early.
Ya, we're pretty bummed we missed the change...sadly we have to be in Asia for a few weeks or we definitely would have stuck around longer to see that! 🍁🍂
When my wife and I took a boat tour of the Pictured Rocks, we encountered some rough water on the return trip. The captain came on the PA and announced that a passenger had asked him what they should do before a boat trip to prevent seasickness. His response was "Buttermilk. Why you ask? Because it tastes the same coming p as it did going down."
My wife did not appreciate the humor...
You are very close to Travel Beans and look forward to you all meeting up by the next video 📹. Michigan is a very beautiful state.
Michigan is a beautiful state I was at when I was younger and wish I could afford to go back you all will enjoy it there
Michigan is the best!!! I am so lucky to live here
100% correct. Pure Michigan!!
@@dianerosum4306 my father was a DNR officer so I have had the privilege of living all over Michigan! I cannot imagine living any where else!
Ive lived in michigan my whole life....everytime i make it too the up its such a treat....you should see the superior shorline in the winter its nuts
So glad you guys have finally had a good rv trip! loved the drone footage in this video.
Aww, thanks! It definitely felt nice having a trip where nothing broke down 🤣
I'm a Michigander and I am a "Troll". I live under the bridge! So happy you are enjoying my State. You must come back, you have just scratched the surface of what makes Michigan... "The Winter, Water, Wonderland " !
I hope you guys caught the northern lights, there were epic shows all Labor Day weekend!
I lived in Michigan all my life and recently moved out of state. This video was very nostalgic to me. Michigan is very pretty and a lot of folks don't know enough about it. It is so much to do there. With the addition of all season you can surf, drive the sand dunes, go fishing, ice fishing, camping, ice skating and skiing all in one state. Summer are super hot which most people don't even believe. Oh with the number of lakes we have, we also have thousands of islands too.
I was in the UP this same time last year such a beautiful place all the small towns and food
A Yooper here! You all hit several great spots! There is so much to see and do across the whole U.P.! If you’re looking for off road campsites get yourself a forestry map however we’ve used the Ioverlander app to locate off road or secluded sites! Lake Superior was formed by a volcano. One reason the water is so crystal clear is because of the temperature plus unlike the 4 other Great Lakes, she doesn’t have pollution pumping into her! The U.P. is an all year playground with plenty of activities and adventure for those that seek it! Pasties with brown gravy, yummy but no to the ketchup! Great trip!
Yay! You made it to Lake of the Clouds! The Porkies are so pretty. Also: Tah-QUAM-a-nin Falls :) You need to see Copper Peak and Black River Harbor.
Actually pronounced Tah-Quah-Men-NON - not nin.
But you were close!😊
Yes, it is nice. Its a small pie, but lovely.
I've lived in Michigan all my life and we have never been known for our seafood! We are known for the shape of our state and for the four seasons of sports you can do. It's a long list! Enjoy!
lol Especially considering we don't have any seas here.
My friend and I were watching and mentioned to each other “when did we become known for seafood”?
I am guessing he is referring to the U.P.s Friday night fish frys, always offering fresh fish from Lake Michigan or/and Lake Superior
do have some good fish frys
Nice video of the Great lakes State. Other places to visit here would be Porcupine Mountains (Lake of the Clouds), Isle Royale National Park and in the Lower Peninsula visit Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore (Empire Bluff Trail) voted most scenic site in the USA by Good Morning America.
That color of the sunset was ridiculous. Also good job on your editing skills they are improving with every video. Love it.
Michigan is my state but I live about 30 min from Toledo. Michigan is Beautiful ❤️❤️ Enjoy Guys Safe Travels
Now THAT was some beautiful UP scenes. I'd be checking out land prices there for sure. I'll bet winters are beautifully freezing. LOL. I have to say the puppy cuddles were one of my favorite times. I was right there with you enjoying the pup cuddles too. There's just something about puppies that touches my heart. Your F250 is surely holding its own. This video was so complete with food, camping, travels, and cuddles. Thanks.
16:35. The view of the clear water and everything underneath the surface. Amazing and awe-inspiring! And there's no price-gouging theme park wrapped around it.
Oh man the throwback on the Alaska video blows my mind. I remember when that was posted. You guys are proven quality content because I’ve been a fan of your adventures for years. Keep ‘me coming ya’ll!!
Oh wow! Glad you've stuck around with us goobers for so long 🙌
You really should have explored the Lower Falls, way more fun and entertaining than the Upper. Ask any Yooper. Also there are more than 100 waterfalls to explore. Next time check out Grand Marais area too.
That was absolutely Beautiful. You did so much so fast. The color of the water is stunning. Michigan is the world's best kept secret. Love it!! Puppies are happiness, I love puppy breath. They were to cute! Btw you both look really happy. Especially Alison.
Welcome to Michigan! My husband and I are from here. We have camped, shoe shoed and cross country skied around theTahquamenon Falls. So glad you had time to stop at the Pub. Enjoy your trip.
This was one of your best videos ever. I really enjoyed seeing everything you both did. Exciting. Missing you on Instagram -you use to post so much more. Keep these vibes going.
In lower Michigan you shoul check out Frankenmuth. There’s always stuff going on there
I guess if I had to recommend one Waylon song to introduce someone, it'd have to be "Shadow of your distant friend", although he has too many good ones to write down. Rock on👍
Great that things are going well! The small towns look so inviting! 🙂
Higgins lake, Torch lake, Houghton lake, Grand Haven, port Huron
Thank you for highlighting my home state! I cannot imagine living anywhere else❤️One aside...whitefish is a lake fish, not “seafood” Try smoked whitefish, it’s amazing!❣️
As a proud Michigander, your closing made me cry. Thank you!
Aww! Only happy tears, we hope! 😊 It was absolutely lovely up there!
You're killing it. Lived in MI for 65 years. Went to NMU to Wayne State
First time watching one of your videos. I was very impressed. I was born and raised in Michigan which is what drew me to watching and I'm so glad I did. The time and effort you put into taping is evident. Also, how much enjoyment you get out of doing it. Bravo !
Great video! Seriously, do not miss hwy 61 along Lake Superior in Minnesota. It's worth the extra miles on your current plan.
Yes, hope your Lake Superior 💙 & Lake Michigan Region route, does include both MN & WI cheesehead state(s).
Enough wild camping 🏕 locations with more rock cliff formation vista's. Epic adventures, micro breweries, wineries & fish boils too in Wisconsin Apostles Islands and Door County (nearby Green Bay Packer Country)!!!
@@lauralarson3490 Yes! I love the Apostle Islands too!
My mom is from the UP, born in Iron Mountain, grew up in the Soo, and spent her summers on the Tahquamenon River where her parents had a small tourist business taking people down river to go see the Upper Falls on the other side! The UP has always had a major soft spot for me and we return at least a few times a year. We were up in August celebrating my grandparents 68th wedding anniversary!
I grew up in the Soo! I wonder if I ever met your mom. 😀
Those waterfalls rock formations are both amazing! May have to figure out how we can explore the UP...
Do it!! It's totally worth it!
I absolutely love Michigan, it is the most beautiful state in the US.
Sea food? In Michigan? Maybe a good white fish!
I grew up in the up we definitely are a different breed up here, we love to hunt and fish, our idea of a good time isn’t going to the club or going shopping, it’s chasing Whitetails in the fall, fishing in the summer sun or in the gloomy winters, I’m very proud to be a yooper from the 906
The lakeshore of Lake Superior is really beautiful- so glad you’re able to explore! I would have stopped to cuddle puppies, too. And the slow motion food shots are always appreciated…the “oh yeah” made me wheeze-laugh.
Hahaha! Glad you enjoyed it all from the cute puppies to the food porn 🤣
We were there in June and loved it! Thanks for sharing.
What a great adventure.
From Michigan and I suggest to go to miners falls in Munising mi
Native Michigander.. I am from South West Michigan but have spent every summer heading up north for all the wonders, there is much along the lakeshore before you even get to the UP but the UP is the absolute gem in the crown of our state especially in fall. Hope you can come back again soon!
We definitely want to visit again! We'd love to visit when the leaves change and in the middle of winter to see everything white and frozen over 😍
@@Theendlessadventure it’s so beautiful in fall and winter, I suggest finding an apple cider mill to visit. Fresh donuts with hot apple cider 🤤 and the caramel apples!!!
I love my home state of Michigan.
Come visit Milwaukee & the Bobble Head Museum
And we have some great barbers! Lol!
Glad you enjoyed visiting!! ❤️
Amazing video guys. What a whirlwind of a trip and the filming and editing were stunning. It was so beautiful there and of course the puppies were so cuddly. I look forward to the next one. P.S. for those of us from other countries could you name the states you scratch off please.
I am so glad you made it to the U.P. a most beautiful places in Michigan and full of history. Stay safe. Walk in Peace.