Indiana Dunes State Park - Summer 2020 Episode 26

[@happyhighway106]

#147 Good morning, Robert. Many years ago, last century, I use to wheel steam ships on Lake Michigan. The Lake was so clean and clear, then. Especially during the winter when the ice had a shadow blue color and you could see farther into the lake water, as is was clear. I miss those days, but still remember them at my age of 73. Take care and Travel On!

[@alrichardson7027]

Hello Traveling Robert 😊😊🎸🎸🎵🎵...Yeahhhh Yeahhhh...drivin to the south...im driving to Key West...to see the PELICANS...FLY PELICANS FLY🎸🎸🎸🎵🎵🎵! Outstanding video footage of Indiana Dunes National Park, and that view across Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline was just AWESOME. Also, I really enjoy that you like to drive US and state routes most times instead of the interstate, see much more of the beautiful scenery and small town America. Great video Robert👍👍👍. Looking forward to the next video.

[@earlwolleat3303]

Hi Robert, Love the sunset, spent many hours trolling for Salmon just off the dunes in the 70’s Great pics

[@hildejohnson7241]

I watching a lot of your old videos and I'm new to your channel I love it I hope you enjoyed Indiana I loved it when I looked there about 10 years ago kannur 11 years ago now I live in Texas so but I miss it up there one of these days ago back up there cuz I love the state parks up there and the people

[@robertcolpitts4534]

Went to the Indiana Dunes with my Boy Scout Troop in 1965 for a weekend camping trip and with my High School Biology Class in 1968. It was an interesting place the. My biology teacher kept asking me to identify small fossils that washed up on the beach since I wanted to be a Geologist. We had a blast. Thanks for sharing these videos and your impressions. As usual, quality work! Well done!

[@MICHELLE-gu2qc]

Stunning location. Amazing sunsets, that RV park looked pretty good. I cant believe how large USA lakes are.

[@GeographRick]

They are massive. They are basically freshwater inland seas. They have waves and as you saw in the video, they even have seagulls.

[@treetopmaureen]

That sunset was the best! I was at that campground 4 years ago .... never saw so many wood ticks in one place - they were climbing up the legs of the lawn chair. Wood ticks, not the deer ticks so just go prepared with spray.

[@debbiewerner7124]

Lake Michigan is so beautiful. I love your RV cooking shows. ❤

[@LazyDaisyDay88]

What a gorgeous part of the US. I visit the US (in normal times) around 4-5 times a year, but this is one state I really don't know and now I'm itching to visit! I really miss travelling to the States - almost everyone I've met has been super friendly and hospitable - absolutely wonderful. I find American's to be warm hearted, generous and welcoming - I hope I can visit a couple of times later this year and your videos always make me long to be 'stateside' - keep up the fantastic work and greetings from the UK To the folks at Winnebago: I hope you know how much good advertising Robert's adventures are! :-)

[@firebirdlover77]

..That Walking Hike in the Sand & All those Stairs would've done me in. Glad you Young Folks can Do it without Getting Leg Cramps..this Grandma of 8 Can't do it Anymore. Thanks for The Video & Trip to Indiana and giving us a Nice Glimpse of Chicago & Amazing SUNSET. The Winnebago Tour was Very Nice, Loved the rig with The nicely Appointed T.V. w/Fireplace, Yup! Stay Safe ~ Laurie

[@derekk6906]

We could see the Chicago Skyline from New Buffalo Mi. Two weeks ago as the sun was setting. Very cool.

[@aknudsen93]

Thank you posting the beautiful views from the Indiana Dunes. I hope you enjoyed your stay. I live close so I go up and hike, swim in the summer as much as I can. The water in Lake Michigan stays warm through September, even into October. It takes awhile to warm up in the summer but it's less crowded in the fall and you can still swim.

[@williamirizarry2490]

IT WAS GREAT TO SEE A STATE THAT I HOLD DEAR TO MY HEART..I LIVED IN FORT WAYNE 35 YEARS AGO AND IT IS THE BIRTHPLACE OF MY SON..SHANE..NEVER BEEN TO THOSE SAND DUNES..WHICH I WOULD LIKE TO VISIT...THANKS ROBERT FOR BRINGING BACK FABULOUS MEMORIES OF MY YOUTH AND BIRTH OF MY SECOND BORN... MUCHAS BENDICIONES.

[@joycemosakowski3648]

That sunset reminds me of Beginning at Clearwater beach, Florida 🏝🏖

[@helenabrus191]

Those tiny green leaves in the inlet off the lake were interesting. Looking forward to your Ohio trip; I love Clifton Mill (at the holidays, the lights are AMAZING!). Hocking Hills are a treasure for us in Columbus. Thanks for the trips, have been to many of the places but now I'm older and don't drive much.

[@reelhappytravellers2691]

We travel, some of us forever, to seek other states, other lives, other souls Wherever you go becomes a part of you somehow Your video bring us power and love back into our life.......huge subs from us,thanks for sharing and keep going!!!!!!!!!!

[@marianmarek7299]

Beautiful Lake Michigan and Beautiful sunsets

[@abdallahalharbi1445]

The view of this city is very beautiful from behind the lake

[@Espania-here-I-come]

Hi Robert, Iám a little late, but allways a pleasure to watch your movies. Stay save Robert.

[@moore_2_explore]

Hey Robert! Thanks for sharing this!! The trails there are really nice. We were there last year, right after we launched full time, so this was a nice flash back. we did our 2nd attempt at a video there, all shot on my iPhone, LOL. And the Hall of Fame in Elkhart was pretty cool too, agreed. Loved Shipshewanna in the Amish country, we went while we were waiting on our fridge to be worked on. We love your story and your channel and your theme song, free in my rv! Thanks for always making us smile!

[@TravelingBuckeyes]

The Indiana Dunes State Park looked very nice. Love all of the sand and great veiws. Indiana has some very nice State Parks. Next stop, Ohio!!! Thanks Robert!

[@jasonbergeron6347]

Never knew that IN had dunes along Lake MI. Very comparable to the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes near Traverse City, MI. Great vLog!

[@vl8835]

IN dunes will do in a pinch. But nothing compares to the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes in my opinion. There is a lot of dirty industrial plants near IN dunes but as Robert points out, it is a great place to see Chicago skyline.

[@bobpeg7457]

@@vl8835 That's why I prefer Warren Dunes State Park. Grand Mere State Park is more secluded, with a long walk to the water.

[@vl8835]

@@bobpeg7457 , oh gosh-thanks for the tip. Didn't know about this place. Will check it out.

[@haroldcarey2912]

Great video Robert. We live in NC but love our springtime travels to the Midwest particularly Northwestern Indiana. We’ll be there in April at the “Newmar mothership.” Keep up the good work and safe travels.

[@donnaschodroski5370]

Thank you so much for the episode on Indiana Dunes State Park. I used to live near there as a kid, before my family moved to Michigan. This brought back so many memories for me! We used to go to that park all the time.

[@LuckyDawgProductionsModerator]

Sorry I missed your premiere, Robert. Watching the replay. The sunset was amazing! had to go back and watch it twice! Love the cityscape view of Chicago! Great video, Robert!

[@Chuckinca]

I swam in Lake Michigan many many times at the Chicago south side lake front parks, Indiana Dunes and Michigan dunes area south of South Haven, MI. Brings back great memories of my childhood over 60 years ago. It was ALWAYS COLD ! Maybe it changed due to global warming ? I read recently that the location of Chicago was due to the existence of a approximately 3 mile wide shallow swamp that canoes had to portage around to make a route that was all water from St Lawrence River from the Atlantic Ocean to the mouth of Mississippi River in the Gulf of Mexico. Chicago has a North side neighborhood named Portage Park.

[@americanrvtraveler2446]

Great video on Indiana Dunes state Park and Winnebago in Middlebury, In. I grew up in Florida however went to high school in Bremen about 25 miles from the Middlebury location. Thanks Robert for the take back memories. Amish is pronounced Ah-mish.

[@bisonjack]

Best part of the weekend!

[@beenadickarnold5666]

Born and raised in Michigan city, Indiana and some of this is new to me, never knew "The Dunes" as we refer to them were so famous! I can remember going to them on field trips back in grade school but I'll have to go check out these trails when I'm back home this summer thanks for the video!

[@donnay1]

Great video! I used to visit this park/beach and dunes when I lived in Chicago. Thanks for bringing back the memories!

[@bstargel]

I missed the premiere this morning but I am back from getting tires on the Colorado and I’m settled down for the day watching some Traveling Robert. It doesn’t get much better than this! Fantastic as usual Robert!

[@LGessner]

Love the shots of the lake. We are so proud of our Great Lakes and thrilled to have you remind us of the beauty. The park is beautiful. We love your appreciation of the natural world. Thank you.

[@mattmoran3710]

Your great lakes those are michigans great lakes

[@maxineoliver7404]

I know what you mean by "The things that I do for you guys" with those stairs!!🤣😃The farmlands and the campgrounds seemed very nice!. Your cooking and those burgers were mouth-watering!🍔🌯 I was so sure that you were going in that water at the Indiana Dunes State Park-which was beautiful, by the way. That sunset was breathtaking!🌅

[@marcusthomas8901]

Blue skies and blue waters...I miss the big bath tub...

[@hinslensen682]

That sunset over Lake Michigan: stunning!!!

[@normaotts2260]

We watch every Sunday night. We love your show and your music.

[@tkseveryday1930]

N.W. Indy made the cut!! Thanks for choosing this area. Such a cool place as I spent much of my childhood in that exact area. Keep the videos coming Robert, always enjoy mentally unplugging and watching your adventures!

[@tracymiller2571]

Great video. Heading there in a week for a two week camping session at site 23. Looking forward to it!

[@sbertolio9820]

Wow! That was a sunset worth walking for!

[@leorasmoot6422]

My old stomping grounds! Born and raised in Gary, Indiana. The dunes is a wonderful place to get away and enjoy nature.

[@melodyramos4646]

Happy Wednesday! Watching from the vineyards of Northern California. What a beautiful sunset! Thank you for doing the hikes. It felt like I went hiking too! You are right! The trails are gorgeous! Thank you for sharing this awesome trip. Take care and looking forward on the next adventure! 🌅♥️

[@ceciliapetrowsky2572]

Your camera is amazing to get that sunset so close. The sun looked like it was wearing a belt. It was gorgeous!! BTW Robert, when we make burritos, we always drain the beans. A lot less soggy that way. Love your cooking segments. You are fearless.

[@KristoferOlsson]

The sand dunes reminds me of the island were I grew up here in Sweden. it takes alot of energy walking up and down in the soft sand. Thank you for the relaxing episode.

[@vl8835]

It does. I find it helps to do it barefoot.

[@TheUglyGnome]

Mind to tell which island?

[@KristoferOlsson]

@@TheUglyGnome Fårö, Gotland, Sweden.

[@TheUglyGnome]

@@KristoferOlsson Thank you! Looks nice. And there seems to be some nice boondocking spots according to Park4night. Have to put it on my "Points of Interest" list and visit there when this bloody pandemic is over.

[@KristoferOlsson]

@@TheUglyGnome If your interested in Sanddunes look up Ullahau, Fårö. Or the small island of Gotska Sandön north of Gotland. Gotland has lots of boondocking spaces. But beware its extremly popular during high summer and lots of german turists in August.

[@JimRYoung]

When Sue and Me come from UK with our camper..we must check this out...What a trip ????..Thank you..J'n'S

[@adventuresofscottandmichel9864]

Been watching your videos and I thought we were subscribed but weren't so we just subscribed to your channel! We live in the Chicago area and we travel a lot and we just love your videos! Every year we try to go to the Indiana lakeshore to go swimming. Watching your videos makes us feel that we're on vacation with you! Thanks for the great video!

[@laurawyss112]

Very good video, Robert. I live in Ft Wayne. Glad you showed the Dunes. A part of my home state that I just learned about a couple of years ago. Hope to visit soon and then take the train into Chicago for the day. If you ever get the chance you need to visit Madison, Indiana.

[@johng5710]

Definitely a unique place where you have nature clashing with heavy industry within a few miles of each other, and a view of a major city's skyline in the distance.

[@ramblinjay3816]

This is where i am from. it's basically in my backyard. It's definitely a chill area.

[@johnpowell5005]

I lived near here and worked at both Generating Stations that border the east and west ends of the park. Thanks for the memories.

[@teresahernandez9604]

Hi! Wow! Great views, excellent music!! Well done👍🏽😍

[@pattalarovich5153]

Thank you for taking me to the Sand Dunes in In. I live in ky and I have never been there! Another great video!

[@marciavimazal8692]

I enjoyed this video as I grew up in Northwest Indiana. I have been to those dunes several times, but was not aware there was a campground there.

[@laurierenaud1210]

You have made a difference.in my life..during lock down..ship shiwanna..so close

[@discoveringlockenest8420]

Such a great video! We are looking forward to traveling the Great Lakes region and this enhanced the desire to go! Beautiful place! Thank you for sharing! 🤙

[@jimconnor8274]

Enjoy your videos. Reminds Us of Our25 yrs traveling cross country as long haul truck drivers. Thanks for the memories!

[@doreenmcleod8444]

Always enjoy the hikes and love anything near the water! Great video😍

[@jked7463]

Next time in indiana, go to Columbus indiana. It the 4th most amount of notable architecture in the US. Amazing place.

[@mannymuniz8042]

Robert that sunset was beautiful looked like I was seeing Mars.. Good Job buddy! 👏😊

[@kellyrucker2418]

Live in Fl but have not been here since 1960's was beautiful as a child, still is!

[@jakekeesling7591]

Need to make it back to Michigan, so can get a proper visit of the lower peninsula. Michigan has some really nice sand dune areas as well.

[@bobpeg7457]

Don't forget the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Park. But my favorite is Warren Dunes State Park just up the coast in Michigan. (Blue Star Highway} Not nearly as close to the steel mills and nuclear power plants. But you still can see Chicago skyline on a clear day. Eby Pines= E B Pine.

[@LGessner]

Kudos to your editing skills - including the Winnebago information with the highlights but then continuing on .

[@DESMORNR24]

Hey Robert - love you vids you always provide a unique perspective on where ever you go. I think the best part are your cooking scenes! Nothing like eating a home cook meal outdoors!

[@unnecessaryapostrophe4047]

You're making me miss the Midwest, Robert... Great job!

[@alokrathore6706]

I appreciate the things you do for us guys Robert which includes going back for that magical sunset shot.Thanks for the great entertainment The Winnebago guys are smart they have got the best guy to advertise for them.

[@lelandpeck4585]

really enjoying your videos, Robert.

[@cat3rgrl917]

lol! i know what you mean. worked as a bartender, on a beach. we used portable bars, that weighed about 1,000 pounds empty. took 4 men to get it on and off a beach. had to carry it,might roll inside but sunk in sand

[@christinemerzario5860]

The Dunes my favorite campground in Indiana. Second favorite Brown County State Park

[@johnackley7260]

We are definitely going. Early July.

[@BikesBoatsBivouacs]

Very nice Robert. Keep up the good work. Hi to Ileana.

[@TheRVDummies]

Hey Robert, how is your New Pelican Property doing? I remember you saying you were headed there in your last video. It is nice when you can find an adorable truck wash. We love going to the Factory in Elkhart. Makes you feel like you have the inside information. Bill was cool to meet love his car! Thank you for sharing.

[@TravelingRobert]

Still waiting on the well and the septic but other than that coming along nicely. I should have my own full hookups site in about a month. How are you. Were you able to get a truck?

[@TheRVDummies]

@@TravelingRobert So I found out that with all my travel, I have a split file also known as multi files and because of that it is making more problems. I have been wanting to email you but I do not have it. I know a good plummer that has access to a drilling rig and more that lives near Perry. If you want I can send you his number

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you. [e-mail] Everybody seems to be backed up with work these days in the Perry area.

[@TheRVDummies]

@@TravelingRobert Yeah, that is what he was telling me when I talk to him. I will get you too connected he also told me that there is something there you have to watch out for there. I am not a plummer so I have no idea what he is talking about but he will. Lol I will email you the details on the truck. Safe travels

[@dawnstraughen755]

You would love Turkey Run State Park in Indiana!

[@voodoodaddy574]

Next time your by the Mothership, keep going east to Pokagon State Park in Angola, In. Beautiful campgrounds, beautiful Lake James

[@Chuckinca]

When you crossed US 41 on Ind 2 you were about 5 miles south of Cedar Lake, Ind the playground of the far south Chicago Burbs and next to Crown Point, Ind where John Dillinger broke out of the county jail using a bar of soap made black with shoe polish formed into the likeness of a gun. In the city square they run a copy of the radio program of his escape on the local radio station constantly all day.

[@Yawndave]

Happy Sunday, Robert. Did I hear you, the veteran of Angels Landing, say "Stairs...these are always tough."? You really got a workout in this episode, eh? :-) Really nice shot of the fat old sun(Pink Floyd reference) slipping over the horizon. and I love the sound of crickets on your way back to camp. Next time you're in the Lake Michigan area, consider a trip across the lake on the SS Badger. Thanks again for doing the driving while I sit back and enjoy my Sunday coffee. Happy trails!

[@rainmanjr2007]

I knew this area well as a kid. Dead fish lined the Lake Mich shore back then (1960's) and I'm sure the outflow from the steel plant is why you couldn't swim in it.

[@bertkelly7650]

Watching Robert in his RV watching with my TV!

[@jked7463]

Used to live in Indiana. People are known to have heart attacks traversing (climbing) the dunes. It is easy to not realize how strenuous that is. Never forget to look back (unless you are leaving Sodom and there is an angel leading your way).

[@jerryyoung1010]

Amazing video, great music Robert. Your production quality is top notch!

[@barbarabee3834]

My husband and I love watching your videos! I might of finally convinced him to get an RV! Yay!

[@mygypsyadventure3610]

Love you Robert but you scared me when you tasted the water and all I could see were industrial smoke stacks in the distance 😲

[@safepetproducts]

September is the best month for swimming in Lake Michigan.

[@glendasharp5057]

I always enjoy your videos, but this was even more special because I grew up in Indiana. My friends & I spent a lot of time at the Dunes as teenagers and young adults. Looks like you got your RV washed in Kentland?

[@loganaugust]

Id love to go to Indiana some time

[@janets-c7r]

Great job! I enjoyed the trip ~

[@edgarherrera2236]

Beatiful trip 💖💖💖👍👍👍😃😀😀

[@sgtkingking2228]

Always a great video, you never disappoint. Have fun and always be safe, Robert.

[@onehot57]

Hey Robert you went right by our house on State Road 2!

[@ceciliapetrowsky2572]

We tried to make reservations at Indiana Dunes State Park for mid-August and everything already booked up! So disappointed. It looks like an awesome park with so much room between sites.

[@Anthrit]

My in-laws live in Fort Wayne, IN. Neat place.

[@cinser2]

hi Robert, when do you make another video of Pine island: matlcha island ? ......I like it very much

[@navychhaingvoeun3189]

Welcome to Indiana Robert I live Elkhart Indiana

[@carolyngochenaur6765]

You were only about 15 miles from me when you were going through Shipshewana. And about 40-50 miles from me when you were in Ft Wayne.

[@dodgeguyz]

You are in my area. We have friends that live in Kankakee. Haven’t been to that KOA, but I heard it’s nice, and it sure looks like it. Indiana Dunes I have never been to, but we want to go. You may want to check out the dunes in MI! There is Silver Lake sand dunes that you can take your truck out on and drive all over. And then sleeping bear dunes farther North which is only hiking and the views are incredible! I’m always looking forward to Sunday mornings with you!

[@JimRYoung]

Amazing sunset filming...what camera ?

[@daemocd]

The best as usual!

[@shirleywatkins3620]

I hiked around the Dunes Sept 2020 it sure is harder I thought than hiking the Forrest 👌🏻✌🏻👍🏻

[@carlossuarez2404]

excellent video ROBERT

[@markshelhart8338]

Great video as always. About how much do those truck washes run? Never done one.

[@TravelingRobert]

The go by length. It was $55 for both truck and trailer.

[@garyExposMtl]

Great video once again!

[@lisamiller4815]

As always your videos give my husband and I a serious itch to travel. The omelette looked delicious and it’s keto, no cheese on Paleo. 😉