The Great Lakes Shoreline Tour by Mike and Jennifer Wendland
Epic Themed RV Adventure of the Great Lakes Shoreline
Explore the United States side of all five Great Lakes on one unforgettable RV journey covering more than 4,000 miles across eight states. This is not a quick trip; it is a true long-form RV tour designed for travelers who want big scenery, historic towns, and endless shoreline drives.
This digital RV guide maps out a flexible Great Lakes Shoreline Tour you can travel in sections over weeks, months, or even several seasons. It gives you the freedom to slow down and experience each lake at your own pace.
Inside, you will find notable cities and small towns along every Great Lake, detailed ideas for what to see and do around each shoreline, and bonus side trips that add depth to your journey. For each lake, we include at least four to five RV friendly campgrounds with the details you need to plan reservations.
From Chicago and Detroit to quiet harbors, lighthouses, waterfalls, and remote stretches of shoreline, this tour delivers unmatched variety. Expect scenic drives, great hiking, classic waterfront towns, dark night skies, and sunrises and sunsets that rival anywhere in North America.
This is a fully designed digital ebook, not a printed book. Download instantly and read on your phone, tablet, computer, or e reader.
In this new Travel Guide for The Great Lakes we cover in detail:
- Notable U.S. Cities/Towns along each Great Lake (US side) like; Watertown, Grand Island, Geneva-on-the-Lake, Vermillion, Mackinaw City and so many more!
- What to See/Do Around EACH Lake like; Ocqueoc Falls Scenic Site, Les Cheneaux Islands, Antique Boat Museum, and many, many more places including BONUS side trips!
- And good Campgrounds for each Lake (US side) - at least 4 or 5 for EACH Lake! With all the info you need to set up reservations.
If you’ve never made your way out to the Great Lakes before, you're in for a real treat.
It’s nearly impossible to beat the breathtaking surroundings that touch eight U.S. states and Canada. And with so much water, you can be sure the sunrises and sunsets are amazing.
No matter what time of year you decide to visit, there are guaranteed to be incredible moments of natural beauty that will stick with you for the rest of your life.
You can even catch the Northern Lights if you come at the right time (usually around March or later in Spring).
The Great Lakes have it all. From the big cities of Chicago and Detroit to the most remote and rustic lake shores with charming towns, to the most picturesque of lighthouses.
Throughout your travels, you will see true wilderness and wildlife, and there is no clearer place to see the stars at night. Whatever your pleasure, these shorelines are sure to inspire even the most discerning of travelers.
Customer Reviews
We used the RV Travel Guide for our fall road trip and it honestly saved us weeks of planning. The daily routes were laid out so clearly that we never had to wonder what came next. We avoided backtracking, saved on fuel, and loved the campground suggestions. Every stop felt intentional and easy. It took the stress right out of the trip.
As a solo traveler, I used to worry about choosing the wrong route or
missing something important. This guide completely removed that
stress. I just followed the plan and enjoyed the ride. I saw places I
would have driven right past. It gave me confidence and peace of
mind.
The campground recommendations alone were worth the price. Easy access, big-rig friendly, and close to the attractions. We did not waste time driving around searching for a place to stay, and we avoided overpriced tourist parks. That saved us both time and money.
We saved more money than we expected because the routes were
efficient and the overnight stops were well thought out. No
unnecessary detours, no expensive last-minute campground decisions. We
felt like we were traveling with an expert who had already done the
research.
I cannot believe how many hidden gems we would have missed without
this guide. Scenic overlooks, charming small towns, local attractions
we never would have found on our own. It made our trip feel curated
and intentional rather than random.
"We are relatively new to RV travel and this guide removed all the anxiety. The daily driving distances were realistic, the stops made sense, and the campground tips were extremely helpful. We spent more time enjoying and less time worrying."
It felt like having someone experienced guiding me the entire way.
The routes were scenic and logical, and I did not have to spend hours
on Google trying to piece together a plan. I saw more, drove smarter,
and stayed in great campgrounds.
For what you get, these RV eBooks are an incredible value. They saved
us countless hours of research and helped us avoid mistakes that can
get expensive fast. We followed the route exactly and it turned into
one of our best RV adventures ever.