The Mystery of the Inland Waterway of Northern Michigan 🛶 Old Transportation Route

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The inland waterway is a transportation route that spans almost from Lake Michigan to Huron, the 3000-year old history dates back when it was used by natives in order for them not have their journey cut short due how far away Macleay River would be.
➡️ Today you can take this scenic path and witness beautiful scenery such as forests on both sides while being surrounded by the vastness of nature.
This is the story of two adventure seekers: my son Noah and I.
➡️ We attempt to take the inland waterway from its western terminus in Conway Michigan to the lake here on our leaking Zodiac Killer boat.
It is a lonely time of year as the crisp air foreshadows winter when strong winds blow hard to pull a few days of rain into the region.
➡️ We wager that we can beat the downpour by cruising the 30 mile route to the safety of our warm Jeep parked at the mouth of the Sheboygan River and Lake Huron.
Join us as we practice our accents, joke about the sights, black the LAX and spend some father son time on another Great Lakes adventure.
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⏰ Chapters:
00:00 - Intro/Launch
02:00 - Alanson Lock
03:37 - Crooked River
04:27 - Alanson Swing Bridge
07:08 - Devil's Elbow
08:16 - Burt Lake
08:40 - Indian River
10:44 - Mullett Lake
11:05 Cheboygan River
14:53 "Boblo" is how locals pronounce "Bois Blanc" Island
12:46 Cheboygan Lock
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@rickjackman7505 3 года назад

Thanks for posting this! After watching this I drove up from Whitehall and did this roundtrip in 2 days with my 13 year-old daughter and we will never forget it!

@RestlessViking 3 года назад

This made my day.

@laurensdejong6149 8 месяцев назад

@@RestlessViking Two years later it made my day, too.

@chrishatch8331 11 месяцев назад

I've lived in Michigan most of my life and I've been all over the state. I never realized that the inland water way was there. Now I got a new item added to my bucket list

@rashick11 Год назад

We (Wife, 5 kids, future daughter In Law, dog and cat) put a 32 ft cruiser in at Conway and then dropped off the truck and trailer in Petoskey. We then took our time to motor out the inland waterway just as you did. We made several recreational stops to swim. The cat was usually first in the water (weird cat) and loved to visit other people and boats. We spent the night in Cheboygan. Thank for a great memory. From there we part ways as we continued into Lake Huron for a few days at Mackinac Island. The evil kitty made trouble multiple times at Mackinac Island by escaping several times to visit other boats, sometimes soaking wet. We left Mackinac, went under the bridge and tried to keep up with a 70 ft Viking to Charlevoix. We failed, but met him later. A night in Charlevoix, one in Boyne City then on to Petoskey. In Petoskey I took the dingy to Harbor Beach for a business meeting. A first for me. We spent a night in Petoskey and our trip was complete just about three miles from where we started…..

@kellyrosenthal2821 12 дней назад

When I was younger my parents took me through the locks in a big boat with rooms and such! It was very cool. I also in 2004 stayed at the Grand Hotel for my honeymoon. ❤

@twofeathersnmi 8 месяцев назад

Nice father and son trip!

@vniemo2 Год назад

When I was a teen in the 80’s we used to camp Burt Lake State Park in Indian River, we would rent a 14 foot fishing boat with a 10hp motor and cruise up and down Indian River all day long. The video brings back good memories.

@blauer2551 8 месяцев назад

We used to go to Faye Martin cabins at the bridge every summer

@dianebarrieau9826 Месяц назад

My old stomping grounds, by land, not via the waterway! Tho we spent plenty of time in & on Burt Lake, the spreads, Mullet Lake, & the Indian River. Petoskey, the world's best Marzipan cookies in Alanson, Cheboygan, and of course my home, Indian River! Thanks for stirring up so many great memories!

@peggykutskill8191 8 месяцев назад

Even living in Michigan all my life, I have never seen this route documented. Thanks for the tour.

@tullyontherocks 8 месяцев назад

As a Chain o laker , who grew up on Torch and lived on Clam and Bellaire over the scores I've always wanted to do the waterway. I'm jealous and motivated now, thank you! Truly, Wotan does smile upon you both, as do Huginn and Muninn. Sláinte!

@RestlessViking 8 месяцев назад

Sláinte! I hope you get a chance at the waterway soon!

@michaelpfister1283 24 дня назад

My great-grandfather was a carpenter and boatwright. He lived in Harbor Springs, MI. I always wondered why a boat-builder would live there. But its close to Conway. Now it makes sense. Wow. Thank you for the video! 🙂 (No, no one in my family lives anywhere near Harbor these days. Its nearly as "touristy" as Mackinac Island anymore. My home was in Muskegon. Much more blue-collar. lol)

@arekclark2622 Месяц назад

I need to start my bucket list while I can still carry a bucket. So much to do right here in our backyard

@donovanharper1870 24 дня назад

This brings back sweet memories. I have kayaked the MIW three times.

@johnbeck8812 3 дня назад

Spent several Fourth of July s a few years back traveling this waterway and two big lakes had a blast with my girl friend

@blauer2551 8 месяцев назад

It’s fun to rent a pontoon and make a day of it exploring this waterway.

@crossface222 5 дней назад

When I was a kid my uncle had a place on Burt Lake and we use to go to Cheboygan all the time. My parents took a boat to Mackinac Island a couple of times.

@LadyYoop 10 месяцев назад

Way cool...thank you and the young lad! Tis an adventure, indeed~

@jdhinckley1954 3 года назад

Thank you gentlement, that was a great video, and I learned of another waterway to dream about traveling on!

@DressageMedia 2 года назад

Thanks for that trip down memory lane. I was probably the first woman to run the Cheboygan locks about 40 years ago.

@earthsucks9555 Год назад

Now this was a necessary & brilliant video To think this passage has never been given the proper documentation is baffling Thank you for sharing your adventures

@thomasmacek5745 Месяц назад

I never knew this existed in Michigan. Thanks for sharing this video.❤ Peace

@joelapol2467 8 месяцев назад

Having biked the whole area several times.......this was a great way to get a different perspective. Thank you. J Apol

@phillittle9321 8 месяцев назад

We've done the Inland Waterway three times, once east to west, and twice west to east. First time in a 15' Boston Whaler with a 4 year old. Decades later in an antique Lyman runabout, and in September of 2022, in a Larson bowrider. Each time was different and enjoyable, notwithstanding the knuckleheads who don't understand what 'No Wake' means. Great video, thanks for sharing.

@ellenchelf2490 Месяц назад

Love this!! Thank you for posting this.

@RestlessViking Месяц назад

You're so welcome!

@ericnixon4225 8 месяцев назад

Thank you for your time and efforts to produce great videos! Thumbs up ALWAYS! PEACE AND BLESSINGS...🙏💯👍♥️✝️

@billhazard4946 3 года назад

Haven't done it in 45 yrs, awesome trip across just to bad it didn't go the last 20 or so miles to lk mi!!. Great vid viking👍👍

@RestlessViking 3 года назад

Wouldn't that be cool! I think the same thing every time I take it.

@johnbeck8812 3 дня назад

Loved going there I’m from western upper Michigan when not camping in upper Michigan or canada

@caroll584 8 месяцев назад

I often wondered what the inland waterway was like! Surprised there are 2 locks!! Thanks for taking us on this journey.

@RestlessViking 8 месяцев назад

Thanks for watching!

@mitchellcoral7298 10 месяцев назад

It's amazing how beautiful Michigan is. looks like a fun inland water way to travel. Cheboygan has to be my favorite up north town because of all the beautiful access to water.

@wollfam2 8 месяцев назад

Lived in Cheboygan for 50 years now. I'm lucky to have a 2-minute walk to Mullett Lake. I enjoy all the lakes and rivers in the area year round.

@nomadnorm 12 дней назад

When I was a kid it was not a lock , we had to portage over the dam on a railroad track with a cradle on it

@SarahStudt 3 года назад

Neat video! I didn't even know locks like that existed in Michigan (besides the soo).

@cameronlange3448 13 дней назад

Love it! We are headed to this chain Thursday morning, and this provided a little preview!

@josephdsnell56 8 месяцев назад

I head no idea this waterway existed! Now, I have to check it out myself! Well, maybe next summer, it's kinda chilly.

@johnm.lashmit8855 8 месяцев назад

Lived in Northern Michigan all my life and have never been up through there. Thanks for the ride.

@RestlessViking 8 месяцев назад

You bet - thanks for watching!

@iwascrazyonce26 8 месяцев назад

Thank you for this video. I ran the swing bridge in Alanson (ah-lan-son) for my job at Sherman's Pizza (formerly Spanky's) in the 2000's. Been up that river more than once.

@MSUSpartanFootball 6 месяцев назад

As a child, my parents would transit this waterway each summer on one of our vacations. My favorite stretch was going through town at Indian River. Beautiful (at the time) homes, cottages and businesses along the shore. It always seemed like it took an eternity to cross Mullet Lake.

@michaelheythaler3555 3 года назад

I grew up in Cheboygan in the 70's and 80's. Nice to get a glimpse of the places we used to swim and fish. Many many good memories from that area. So many genuine honest people in that area. I do miss it some days.

@wollfam2 8 месяцев назад

Hello Mike, the Tissue plant could really use your help.... Joking. Have a good day.

@richkoch4519 7 месяцев назад

Great job guys I’ve always wanted to paddle this route

@briantoronyi3975 3 года назад

Thanks for the boat ride.

@sagecoach Год назад

A much-needed service you provide. Did not know about the route and would love to explore it myself. Thank you.

@kidman2505 8 месяцев назад

This was a great idea for a trip. I really enjoyed watching, thanks!

@robertsanders6463 3 месяца назад

Well done , never knew this waterway exsisted, Thank you!l

@korodski 2 года назад

That stretch of Indian River by 75 has always enticed me 🇺🇲🇨🇦

@svengalt9546 Год назад

Great to see the trip documented! Very cool to see the locks operate. I used to spend every summer staying on a tiny dead end lake that you passed when you entered the Crooked River lock, Pickerel lake. There is a small short channel from the south edge of the east end of Crooked lake leading to Pickerel. Very off the beaten path and peaceful.

@andytuttle7650 3 года назад

These videos are great. I know many of the places well. Thanks for making them!

@dkcoats 2 года назад

When I was a lad back the early 60s, I reckon, some friends and I undertook a fantastic voyage in two small boats from Black Lake, down the Black River (no longer possible thanks to the schmucks who currently operate the Alverno dam but decline, despite their legal obligations, to operate the overland trolley that used to carry boats around the dam) to the Cheboygan R., etc., to Crooked Lake, where I’m pretty sure there was no lock at the time. The bottom end of Burt was so rough there were moments we couldn’t see the other boat just a wave or two away. We camped for a couple of nights in and around Alanson and had us a heck of a good time. Oh, to be young again. Thanks for the memories!

@wwk68tig Год назад

Native Michigander, been in NY almost 30 years. You guys are good company. Enjoy your posts. Thanks.

@RestlessViking Год назад

Thanks for watching!

@natewilson111 12 дней назад

I love your content. Keep it up! (Also, come explore the Apostle Islands area 😊)

@rayjaywench 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing your adventure.

@paullevendoski2755 6 месяцев назад

what an incredible find today! thank you great video and helps with a future exploration of my own

@timkrause5081 11 месяцев назад

Great to see son and dad enjoying an excursion together on the waterways of inland Michigan. Beautiful scenery!! Keep'm coming!!!

@RestlessViking 11 месяцев назад

Thanks! Will do!

@troymilks7342 3 года назад

When crossing Mullet Lake, the bloke in the front has to be all business, whilst the chap in back can party.

@tiddiesprinkles Год назад

This comment is so British lol

@tedzerbe9626 Год назад

I've lived in Michigan for 65 years and never knew this, I wish I had a boat capable of doing this and some knowledge of what to do Thanks for the ride it was enjoyable

@andyking4602 Год назад

Ted, in Alanson you can rent a pontoon boat and cruise the waterway. Very enjoyable trip. Probably also out of Indian River you could rent a boat.

@dankennedy8266 8 месяцев назад

Thank you! Keep exploring!

@RestlessViking 8 месяцев назад

Thanks! We will! Please keep watching! 😉

@bmail3 3 года назад

It's great to see ol' Pathfinder is still at it. I've been eyeballing this exact trip for a long time. I think it just bumped up to #1 on my to-do list.

@RestlessViking 3 года назад

No way!! Is this “Government”??

@bmail3 3 года назад

@@RestlessViking The one and only. Working in St Thomas these days, remotely from Denver-ish. Kids are 7 & 10, and know a thing or two about canoeing ;)

@richseng 7 месяцев назад

Many nice memories of Crooked Lake and Conway (the town where you launched from).

@susanpeterson9558 Год назад

I recently retired, and I enjoy watching your videos to before, I start my yard work/projects. . history lesson, too

@beckyfroeber7192 3 года назад

Enjoyed traveling this little trip with you.😁 I grew up on the Shores of Lake Michigan, but never did the inland waterway.. really cool!

@georgeelder8415 7 месяцев назад

Great vid guys! Grew up in nearby Charlevoix County... This trip is now on the bucket list!

@christopherwassink6620 2 года назад

Thanks for another great video! A place in Michigan I’ve known about but never been to. So glad I found your channel.

@roseosburn2469 8 месяцев назад

Love your shows.

@constancebolander1571 8 месяцев назад

LOVE YOUR VIDEOS. Cheboygan has been my home for 7 years and you enable me to enjoy and appreciate the Up North beauty! Please keep these videos coming!

@RestlessViking 8 месяцев назад

Thank you! Will do!

@stevenconner1190 2 года назад

Very enjoyable video and very interesting… thanks for putting this together… have now added this trip to my bucket list. Great job!

@RestlessViking 2 года назад

Thanks! And thanks for watching!

@haldunkel4080 Год назад

I’ve never been close to this part of Michigan but what a cool trip. You guys rock.

@NeilVernasco Год назад

Enjoy your videos. Need to add this trip the bucket list.

@paulbalogh4582 8 месяцев назад

Fun stuff - I had no ideas those inland lakes were that big!

@dougreynolds2813 9 месяцев назад

I live in Cheboygan, was born and raised there; i saw many familiar places along your route, but never took the time to make the trip. this is the 4th of your series i've watched, i just subscribed; entertainment for an old man on a rainy october afternoon. thanks, odin's blessing upon your clan.

@M00nkat55 7 месяцев назад

Pretty cool. I wouldn’t mind taking this ride

@indivermike 3 года назад

Great boat trip! I did it in 2000 in a 19' cutty cabin. I would love to do it again, or kayak it next time

@killarneyfix 3 месяца назад

Great video, insight and humour. Love your work!

@RestlessViking 3 месяца назад

Thanks!

@TheNorthwoodsRVLife Год назад

Great video. I did not realize you could get through from the west side into the lakes at indian river, learn something new everyday

@zac123h 3 года назад

I guess I need to comment. Just found your channel this morning and have watched a bunch of videos. I'm liking all the history you incorporate!

@RestlessViking 3 года назад

Thanks for the comment! And thanks for visiting!

@tbut155 2 года назад

Michigan Native here, and I never knew about this waterway. That is too cool

@boomerantics9586 3 года назад

Had no idea there was a waterway there. Thanks for the trip!

@timsmith7947 Год назад

I've wondered about that route I've stopped on Indian river many times and watched the boats go by and now I know looks like a cool trip

@stephencarey3895 3 года назад

Thanks for the ride

@Sunrise_Cowgirl Год назад

Thank you for making this video. I want to make this trip myself!

@privatepilot4064 10 месяцев назад

Enjoyed the video! Makes me want to Euchre! 8 years ago today the wife an I went to the Detroit Restaurant in Phoenix and had some Faygo, Coney’s and BetterMade Potato chips!

@RestlessViking 10 месяцев назад

LOL. That’s very Michigan restaurant.

@seansullivan9741 3 года назад

Great video, the trip looked like a blast. I always enjoy your videos, please keep em coming. And thank-you for your service Viking..fellow Vet

@RestlessViking 3 года назад

Thank you!

@billfall4232 7 месяцев назад

Thanks for posting! Alanson is my hometown!

@korodski 2 года назад

Word??? That's dope! 💯🇺🇲

@alexsboathouse1669 2 года назад

It's been about thirty years since I made that trip really enjoyed the video brought back a lot of good memories thanks for all the videos keep up the good work you guys are great

@RestlessViking 2 года назад

Thanks!

@Oddzilla51 2 года назад

That's awesome! Thanks for the video!

@RestlessViking 2 года назад

Glad you liked it!

@zacharywalters8139 Год назад

11:07 can see my cousin's house 😂. They have SO many big boat parties on the west side of the Cheboygan river mouth all summer long. 4th of July there's well over 100 boats. Shallow and white sand! Love the video!

@anthonygiglio9860 Год назад

Great Video 😊😊

@prairiepatriot2162 6 месяцев назад

That looks cool. One day, hopefully.

@keltingr2612 7 месяцев назад

Thanks for this, never knew about it

@msuwin1414 3 года назад

Awesome boat ride.

@mjay6567 3 месяца назад

This is so awesome! Never knew this existed.

@looking4leasuretime 2 года назад

Cool to know. Thanks

@denisepope5333 2 года назад

Thank you for this great video. We are planning to cameo the waterway in the future. This will help in our planning

@RestlessViking 2 года назад

Have fun!

@cherriecamilleri4022 2 года назад

Hard to think of this a year ago. Cool to visit the past.

@christopheralters1519 6 дней назад

great video!! love the music!!

@jelly7310 8 месяцев назад

Not sure how I ended up here but I think I'll stay a while. Good stuff, men.

@RestlessViking 8 месяцев назад

Glad to have you! Welcome!

@josephdeering7142 8 месяцев назад

Cool trip!

@RestlessViking 8 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@tetraire3844 9 месяцев назад

Longtime Michigander. Always wondered about this. Thanks, great vid. New sub and somehow was the 1K like. thanks for posting, Catch ya again soon.

@RestlessViking 9 месяцев назад

Congrats on the thousandth like! I've never been able to achieve that. Welcome too! The Great Lakes are awesome.

@CFI_Randy 3 месяца назад

Hi friends and greetings from Grand Rapids. Just recently discovered your YT channel - excellent! Born and raised in Cheboygan and recognize many familiar sites. Met my future wife while camping at Aloha State Park on Mullet Lake. Best regards and safe adventures!

@RestlessViking 2 месяца назад

Welcome aboard!

@johnhauck8990 Год назад

We've done parts of theo Eries Canal in NY and the Shannon-Erne in Ireland (rented boats, 42x12 and 49x10, respectively). Thanks for giving me something else to think about...