SmokinSoleResort
Age: 55-65
Member since July 2016
Couple in our early sixties.
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We love the outdoors and we love camping, whether at our camp/cabin in the woods on the Keweenaw peninsula, or whether in our camper away from home. We have had smaller campers for several years and have just upgraded to a larger fifth wheel. We enjoy gardening, four wheeling, hiking, coffee in our rocking chairs on the deck, photography, birds particularly our hummers, garage sales, antiques, and spending time with family, especially grandchildren!
Skills & Expertise to Share
Jack and Jill of all trades. We have a lot of information to share about the local area.
SmokinSoleResort's Pets
We have a senior dog, Lexie, a 12 1/2 year old Tibetan Spaniel. We also have a 3 year old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Gabe. Gabe is outgoing, loves everyone, and is still very much a puppy at heart. Lexie is extremely intelligent, loving, and a little bit shy.
Favorite Boondocking Locations
We were new to boondocking in 2016. Although we have hosted several other members, we have so far had only one experience as a guest.
SmokinSoleResort's Hometown
Laurium, MI, on the beautiful Keweenaw peninsula at the tip top of the Michigan U.P.
SmokinSoleResort's Guest Details
SmokinSoleResort's Rig
Rig Type: Fifth Wheel
31 feet long
31 foot fifth wheel with two sliders. 2000 Jayco Designer. Pulled by 3/4 ton Chevy Silverado.
SmokinSoleResort's Travel Preferences
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Travels with pets
Has a tow vehicle
Travels with pets
SmokinSoleResort Has 1 Host Location
SmokinSoleResort's References (23)
References from Hosts (2)
Cimeronstar
Pleasant couple
Very nice people
Dale_Richardson
Welcome Back Anytime
Great guests and would have them back anytime
References from Guests (21)
Sprinter3500
Perfect
Host was waiting for us and assisted me leveling the camper. Weather and conditions were perfect. Enjoyed safe distance visiting which was nice to get to know them. This is a safe and quiet place to stay with great sightseeing to be had. Thanks SmokinSole Resort. Would love a return visit.
GoodGolly
Lovely Private Spot
This was a beautiful little private spot in the UP. Quiet, park-like setting. Plenty of space and easy access from main road.
DebSinner12
Peaceful
Beautiful place, quiet, close to all the Keweenaw has to offer! We arrived late and did not get to meet them personally but through social media they made us feel well informed and welcome. Would highly recommend a stay at their place!!
jillyhop
Beautiful, picturesque land!
It was easy to find spot and very beautiful with flowers and tasteful yard decor such as wagon wheels. They were very friendly and welcoming, and offered to assist in identifying places to visit. Unfortunately we had to cut a short trip and only could stay one night but hope to come back again this fall. This is beautiful region of the UP.
La Strada
Very nice and helpful hosts
We stayed 4 nights on their beautiful and quiet “Campground “
We enjoyed the trees and their beautiful lilies
We felt very welcome and free at their “ campground “ so we could enjoyed the rest we needed
Because we couldn’t go to the famous bakery in Eagle River by ourselves, they surprised us with delicious pastries
Thank you very much
Mia & Clemens
LiVan_Life
Little Slice of Paradise
We had an amazing time at the Smokin Sole Resort. They were gracious hosts that offered suggestions on what to see in the area. Sadly we didn't really have time to visit with our hosts but left feeling as if we made friends. Look forward to coming back for another visit.
ALAKAZ55
Friendly Forest Visit
Our hosts warmly welcomed us as guests on their 6 acres of paradise. We found the designated parking area and setup quickly. Our hosts went out of their way to make a fellow veteran feel at home. I had a peaceful night and rested well. We would stay here again.
LeeAnson
Beautiful spot
Absolutely beautiful and peaceful place on the Keweenaw peninsula, right off M-26. Plenty of space for multiple rigs, gracious hosts and we couldn’t have asked for a better first BW experience. We hope to see The Smokin Soles again!
RamblingGrandma
Restful
Wonderful place with plenty of room. Can not see the road from camping area. Very peaceful. Lots of flowers and a few wild animals. The hosts are very thoughtful and friendly. They shared several ideas for places to see. Wonderful place to walk my dog on old logging roads. I would like to come back again.
Alayne
Great place to recharge
A peaceful place with beautiful flowers everywhere! We had a great stay, and the hosts were so kind. They even ran my husband into town for an air compressor part and shared a campfire with us, so they went above and beyond!
Made our last days by Lake Superior very enjoyable.
capathome
Quiet and nice
Smokin sole is one of the most peaceful places we have stayed. The spot is excellent for anything up to maybe 32 feet or so. Mr and Mrs “ sole” were great hosts and quality people.
While there, certainly venture in to eagle river. Great hand dipped ice cream at the little store. Go down along the waterfront and you”ll see Fitzgeralds restaurant. Get reservations, you”ll need them. Have the pork belly.....we had it twice.....its that good.
Glen DreamnRvn
Amazing Hosts and a very quiet, peaceful place in the mountains/woods.
I had the best time ever staying with some amazingly wonderful hosts that were friendly, kind and very hospitable. I enjoyed visiting with them and being able to go and see and do things around the area. They come highly recommended from me and will definitely come see them again while in the area if they are there. Thank you so much for allowing me and my dog to stay with you and be able to see a lot of the natural beauty in your neck of the woods. It was well worth it to take the time to drive up to the UP. I wish I could have stayed longer. It was nice to have a place to relax and unwind for a few days.
Glen and Katie(GSD).
The_McBrides
Eagle river
Lovely quiet spot in the bush. Another be rver was also staying. The latitude and longitude took us right to their secluded laneway.
campingcaptain
Fantastic
We had a wonderful time, This couple were the perfect hosts, their property is beautiful and they are very down to earth. It was our first time boondocking and if everyone is as warm and welcoming as this couple it will not be our last. Thank you again for sharing with us.
Martha
Lovely!
Joyce and Gary go out of their way to make you feel at home. They’re little cabin and set up is lovely and we so enjoyed all the fellowship and laughter around food and fire!
Martha
Hospitality unmatched!
Joyce and Gary have a little slice of heaven in Eagle River and enhance it even more by going above and beyond with food and fellowship! We can’t imagine our visit to the Keweenaw Peninsula without them now!
offourgrids
Our first...
Boon Dockers experience AND it was most excellent. She, the hostess with the mostest and he the host with the most. An evening sitting outside with great company and great food. We got lots of local tips from restaurants to near by attractions. All leading to fun. A definite "10."
mollybmolly
OMG! Super Hosts!
So the hostess should be her own little visitor center. Oh wait, she is! They had lists of hikes, swimming beaches, and a wealth of historical info. Never mind that this spot is soooo pretty and the whole area is breathtaking. I wish I could have stayed a week! Well worth the extra miles to get out on the peninsula and into Lake Superior's heart and sole! I dropped the 5th and went off on day trips. The couple could not have been more friendly, hospitable and generous! I sooo hope they will come stay with me in NY.
Molly
ps They welcomed my old black lab too!
winstonmb
Pleasant and private
They were not around much when we were there, but when we saw them they had good recommendations for sight seeing. We stayed 2 nights, and enjoyed driving around the peninsula.
cossack1
Thank you for the accommodation
Hi - thanks again for providing one night stay. It was a pleasure meeting you both and it was truly a peaceful stay.
RogueTrek
Smokin' great boondocks hosts!
Paul and I spent a night at the SmokinSoleResort and could not have been more pleased or surprised with our stay. First, Joyce knocked herself out prior to our visit providing travel tips about the UP area. We followed her advice and enjoyed attractions and features we may not have otherwise discovered. She and Gary were warm, hospitable, and eager to share with us one of the UP's traditions - pasties! Sitting around a campfire in their private camp was super. Hard to beat their hospitality. They're down-to-earth generous and fun people and we are so glad to have spent time with them.