Fellow Michigander here, I actually solo’ed the Fife Lake loop shortly after you guys and saw your names in the NCT log book. As a fan of your channels, I was surprised/excited to see your names and at first thought maybe someone had stolen your trail/channel names till I saw your videos come out recently. Thanks so much for highlighting Michigan trails, and congrats on your Michigan triple crown! I can’t wait to try it for myself!
@@MarkGoesHiking I did like it! It was my first time doing that loop, I have done the Manistee River Trail loop a number of times and was looking for a less trafficked alternative. I really enjoyed the scenic views on the NCT portion of the trail and would definitely do it again!
I do appreciate the older style video you've captured. Sometimes the more sophisticated graphics messes with authenticity of a person's hike; it also is a tad easier on the eyes than newer film. Thank you Michigan Mark.
Great group of people to go backpacking with!! I really enjoyed the video Mark. You guys doing 60 miles in 3 days 😳😳😳. Love those views around the water. Really beautiful
This was such an awesome trip! Fantastic trails and company!!!! Thanks so much for putting this together and your hospitality. Truly a gentleman & one bad-ass hiker!
I think Rob nailed it... it is the sheer mileage in the time allotted. I am probably older than all of you guys (58) but on flat terrain we can usually kick out about 4+ miles an hour (we being my two teenagers & I). But we don't have a lot of flat trails here in NC where we do most of our hiking. So would be interested to see how we would do, as that really suits our style. We are more base-camp hikers than back-packers.
Fantastic video guys I’ve done that last year all three had a great time but for me I would’ve done the Fife Lake first Jordan pathway 2nd in Manistee last save that one for last
I've done this in 2016 and 2017. 2016 MRT, Jordan, and Fife. 2017 Jordan, Fife, and MRT. I have never been able to the Jordan River Trail while it's not raining, 5 attempts now.
That's what it's all about... getting out and enjoying the outdoors. 60 miles in 3 days, That's impressive 👏👌 How many ibuprofen were used during the making of this video??? 😅😂🤣 I really enjoyed watching. Thank you for sharing. Take care Mark.
Thanks for the video. I am from Brazil and I use to hike there and I was just trying to find how and where to start here in Michigan. Is beginning of November too cold? What is the best season for this trail?
I don’t think it’s too cold, but I love cold weather. Best season in my opinion in right now; September - heavy snow. Also, April and May are good. Little to no bugs and less people on the trails. Cheers!
I love doing all 3 loops in a day. Never thought to do them in a row. I’ve done my share of the breast cancer 3 days. Trails = way better. So... Labor Day plans! ✅
July and August will be hot and humid, but beautiful. Best times are mid April-mid June and September. October is amazing with the colors, but you are likely to get some cold and rain. In the UP and Northern Lower Michigan the ticks are horrible once it gets warm until August.
The cabin is my family cabin. Night 1 - campground at Jordan River and Night 2&3 we stayed at the Old US 31 campground at Fife Lake. There are sites at Red Bridge at the Manistee River Loop that would be good too.
@@MarkGoesHiking thanks for that! Do you treat the water any other way or is this filter sufficient? I am doing a Isle Royale trip in July and want to be as prepared as possible regarding the water situation.
@@Michelle-ce1qh The BeFree Filter (or the Sawyer Squeeze) are sufficient. With the BeFree filter, be sure to soak the filter as you head out on trail. To do that simply fill the filter bottle up so the filter is in the water and use it as one of your water bottles. If you don't want to use it as an additional water bottle, fill it up so the the filter is in water for about 2 hours, then empty it go about your trip. If you don't pre soak it, you will not have any flow rate to speak of until it saturates. You will only have to do this at the start of your trip. For Isle Royale, I would suggest filling it up for your ferry ride and that would do the trick. I hope that helps! Enjoy the trip!
Fellow Michigander here, I actually solo’ed the Fife Lake loop shortly after you guys and saw your names in the NCT log book. As a fan of your channels, I was surprised/excited to see your names and at first thought maybe someone had stolen your trail/channel names till I saw your videos come out recently. Thanks so much for highlighting Michigan trails, and congrats on your Michigan triple crown! I can’t wait to try it for myself!
That’s awesome! I always do a quick scan through the books too to see who has been on the trail. Did you like the Fife Lake loop? 🏕🤙
@@MarkGoesHiking I did like it! It was my first time doing that loop, I have done the Manistee River Trail loop a number of times and was looking for a less trafficked alternative. I really enjoyed the scenic views on the NCT portion of the trail and would definitely do it again!
Looking for some short hikes or short bike rides in the tippy dam, national forest area. Any suggestions?
Glad to be part of the inaugural group! Not glad about being the first one injured on it but hey, first is first lol! Awesome idea Mark - well done!
There always needs to be a first! 😂😂😂
I do appreciate the older style video you've captured. Sometimes the more sophisticated graphics messes with authenticity of a person's hike; it also is a tad easier on the eyes than newer film.
Thank you Michigan Mark.
Great group of people to go backpacking with!! I really enjoyed the video Mark. You guys doing 60 miles in 3 days 😳😳😳. Love those views around the water. Really beautiful
You’re in for the next one!
This was such an awesome trip! Fantastic trails and company!!!! Thanks so much for putting this together and your hospitality. Truly a gentleman & one bad-ass hiker!
I am looking for some short loops to hike in the Manistee area near tippy dam. Any ideas?
Great idea! Thank you for putting the Lower MI Triple Crown out there!
You bet! I have some great plans ready to roll out on the FB group page. I hope this becomes a must do challenge for many! 🤙🏕
Good stuff Mark! Thanks for having us along. Where’s my certificate? Lol. Roll over to the SHT sometime. Cheers.
It’s coming!
Just recently found your channel and did the Manistee River/NCT trail a few weeks back. Looking forward to the others. Keep up the good work
It is a great trail and you hiked it at a great time...not crowded. Thanks!
I think Rob nailed it... it is the sheer mileage in the time allotted. I am probably older than all of you guys (58) but on flat terrain we can usually kick out about 4+ miles an hour (we being my two teenagers & I). But we don't have a lot of flat trails here in NC where we do most of our hiking. So would be interested to see how we would do, as that really suits our style. We are more base-camp hikers than back-packers.
If y’all come up to do it let me know! If I don’t hike it with you I can provide some trail magic perhaps. 🤙🏕
@@MarkGoesHiking I actually grew up in Southern Ohio (the Schill Bros spend some time in my old haunts) Certainly appreciate the offer !
Great creation Mark! I hope to be a part of the next one!
I hope so too!
Very nice job. I think you did pretty good at showing from Crow perspective. I knew everyone was going to enjoy the Manistee loop the best.
Heck yeah! Such a great trail!
Fantastic video guys I’ve done that last year all three had a great time but for me I would’ve done the Fife Lake first Jordan pathway 2nd in Manistee last save that one for last
Mark you do a great job promoting the trails here in Michigan. Well done! I'm hoping to do the dam to dam hike this summer
That sounds awesome! Which dams?
@@MarkGoesHiking the NCT between Croton and Hodenpyl. Basically through the Manistee National Forest
@@nathanaelkolb4024 Sweet! My next longer hike is going to be a thru hike of the Manistee National Forest. It will probably be next Spring.
Im planning doing the dam to dam in fall. Will be trying the triple Crown soon, seems like a nice challenge
@@mikedunn9313 let me know if/ when you do the crown. I have stickers for those who complete it!
Well done! Appreciate ya. Crow✌️
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Great job Mark. I’ll be in Michigan this summer & will have to check out part of that. 👍👍✌️
Shoot me a message when you know you are coming.
@@MarkGoesHiking Will do! 👍
I've done this in 2016 and 2017.
2016 MRT, Jordan, and Fife.
2017 Jordan, Fife, and MRT.
I have never been able to the Jordan River Trail while it's not raining, 5 attempts now.
That's what it's all about... getting out and enjoying the outdoors. 60 miles in 3 days, That's impressive 👏👌
How many ibuprofen were used during the making of this video??? 😅😂🤣
I really enjoyed watching. Thank you for sharing. Take care Mark.
👊😂🤣 I think a few by some of the old men. 🤣
Good stuff Mark!
- JBH
The logo makes it good. 😉👊🤙🏕
Thanks for the video. I am from Brazil and I use to hike there and I was just trying to find how and where to start here in Michigan. Is beginning of November too cold? What is the best season for this trail?
I don’t think it’s too cold, but I love cold weather. Best season in my opinion in right now; September - heavy snow. Also, April and May are good. Little to no bugs and less people on the trails. Cheers!
Quick question…to complete a he triple crown do the three hikes have to be completed in consecutive days or can they be spaced out between a week?
The intent is 3 consecutive days. Merry Christmas 🎄🎁
I was hoping you could tell me what kind of water filter was recommended at the beginning of the video please?
Katadyn Be Free
How long g did it take you to do the whole Jordan river pathway trail?
I think took us about 7 hours
I love doing all 3 loops in a day. Never thought to do them in a row. I’ve done my share of the breast cancer 3 days. Trails = way better. So... Labor Day plans! ✅
Sweet! We have a Facebook page too. Nothing fancy. Titles Lower Michigan Triple Crown. Cheers!
What is the best time of year to hike in Michigan?
July and August will be hot and humid, but beautiful. Best times are mid April-mid June and September. October is amazing with the colors, but you are likely to get some cold and rain. In the UP and Northern Lower Michigan the ticks are horrible once it gets warm until August.
Where can we find maps for these pathways?
MRT - www.michigantrailmaps.com/product/manistee-river-trail-north-country-trail/
Fife Lake - www.michigantrailmaps.com/product/fife-lake-loop-trail/
JRP - www.michigantrailmaps.com/product/waterproof-manistee-river-trail-jordan-river-pathway/
Thank you 😊
Beautiful konten my friend ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏👍👍👍
What area do you suggest staying in? Where did you guys find your cabin?
The cabin is my family cabin. Night 1 - campground at Jordan River and Night 2&3 we stayed at the Old US 31 campground at Fife Lake. There are sites at Red Bridge at the Manistee River Loop that would be good too.
Bring a pup tent with a poncho in your ruck.
I am looking to do this some day.
Reach out if you plan a time. I would love to join for a loop. 🤙🏕
What brand water filter was that??
BeFree by Katadyn
@@MarkGoesHiking thanks for that! Do you treat the water any other way or is this filter sufficient? I am doing a Isle Royale trip in July and want to be as prepared as possible regarding the water situation.
@@Michelle-ce1qh The BeFree Filter (or the Sawyer Squeeze) are sufficient. With the BeFree filter, be sure to soak the filter as you head out on trail. To do that simply fill the filter bottle up so the filter is in the water and use it as one of your water bottles. If you don't want to use it as an additional water bottle, fill it up so the the filter is in water for about 2 hours, then empty it go about your trip. If you don't pre soak it, you will not have any flow rate to speak of until it saturates. You will only have to do this at the start of your trip. For Isle Royale, I would suggest filling it up for your ferry ride and that would do the trick. I hope that helps! Enjoy the trip!
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It’s spelled Pinney Bridge, but it’s pronounced Penny Bridge
Doing this May 3rd - May 5th, 2024.
Wonderful! Enjoy it!!!
Can you bring a dog with you?
Yep!