WhatsNextTravels

 Sept 1- 4     We left Michigan and began our journey west.  Our first stop was at a Boondockers welcome site.  This was our first time using Boondockers welcome and we were their first guest.  An awesome couple with a small farm on the Swan river.  Plenty of free cukes and apples and some of the largest pumpkins I've ever seen.  Also had Electric and water.  These folks lost a son this year and was one of the sweetest couples we meet on this trip.   They took over their sons dream farm after his death and was using it to help folks and as a wedding venue.  We just stayed the one night before moving on to our next stop.        Our next stop was Stanton, ND.  After a long drive we wanted to spend 2 nights here.  We picked a city park campground called Sakakawea city park.  Nice park during the week when we were there.  It sits on the the Knife river and nearby there is the Knife River Nati...

August 26- Sept 1    We enjoyed our time at Ludington State park but time for new views.  Today we are heading across the Mackinaw bridge to Straits State park.  This will be our base for exploring Mackinac Island up to the Soo locks at Sault St Marie. Mackinac Island is only available by Ferry or small plane.  There are no gas vehicles on the island and is a bit touristy but there is some interesting history and beautiful views.  Also some great fudge... :)   After a couple days we head for Hiawatha National forest just south of Munison.  We are staying at Island lake campground for 4 days while we explore the area around Lake Superior.  We hiked to some waterfalls and took a tour boat to see Pictured Rocks from the water.     Its been a great 4 days here seeing Pictured rocks NP and Hiawatha National forest.  The weather has been a little dreary but we were able to see most of the things on our list.  The campground is c...