Maine – The Spoke N Van

Maine Coast… mostly

July 9, 2026 Sally Comments 4 comments

June 2026 Crashing waves, a jagged rocky shoreline, and memories of fresh lobster were calling. Letting such memories guide our route, we spent most of June along the Maine coast. We worked our way through Pennsylvania, New York, and Vermont while heading north. Happily, we were able to visit family and friends along the way. Thanks, everyone, for your good company and gracious hospitality. Camden, MaineA return visit to Camden Hills State Park provided a quiet overnight and a chance…

Lake Erie to Coastal Maine

October 6, 2022 Sally

September 2022 Presque Isle, Lake Erie We traveled along the shoreline of Lake Erie, working our way back to the east coast. In Erie, PA, we stayed at Lampe Campground and Marina, a private campground close to Presque Isle State Park. The state park is the home of Perry’s Victory and International Peace Monument, commemorating the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812. In September of 1813, this major battle was fought between the Americans, led by Master…

From MI to ME

August 30, 2021 Sally

August 2021 We squeezed a lot of traveling into the month of August. Highways, byways, and ferries. Here are some of the highlights: Michigan We took the ferry from Manitowoc, Wisconsin to Ludington, Michigan. The SS Badger is the last coal-fired passenger vessel operating on the Great Lakes. We had a sunny afternoon to relax in deck chairs and read. Unless you like bingo, reading and snoozing are the major activities. The 62 mile trip takes four hours and crosses…