IS SUPERIOR THE WORLD'S BIGGEST LAKE? 1:28:11 Superior is the world's biggest freshwater lake by surface area. Caspian Sea is bigger but it's just a part of the ocean that got disconnected and now has 1/3 of the salinity so I feel iffy about its classification as a lake. Some would argue that it's Lake Baikal which is much deeper and with more volume (though way less surface area) but that's not much good unless you own a submarine. "World's largest freshwater lake on earth by surface area" doesn't work in a title.

“I suffered another injury however. I sacked myself swatting a mosquito”. Best line of the video Jon. That beaver dam was a good size. Neat trip. Like another world out there on those islands it seems.

Some people go to Disneyland and talk about the “magic” but these views and experiences on Superior were what I consider “magical”. Very well done, professional grade vid. I loved this!

Your videography and storytelling are wonderful! I especially enjoy the closeups of flowers and critters. You carried me back nearly a half century to my younger days exploring the lakes and streams of southern Yukon and northern B.C. in my Folbot. I can barely walk now, and my eyesight is so poor I can hardly make out a squirrel in a tree, much less the stars on a clear night. But on my large computer monitor and speakers, your video brings to me the sights and sounds of nature I so love. The call of the loon, the slap of a beaver's tail, the lap of water on a rocky shore, wind in the canopy, the roar of breakers on a troubled lake. Thank you for enriching my life! I also appreciate your setting a good example of managing risk. Adventures are much more rewarding when you survive them. Hopefully your example will encourage young adventurers to exercise better judgement and live longer to share their tales. This was the first video of yours I have come across, but I certainly look forward to watching more. And, I will watch this one again. I was delighted to take the opportunity to subscribe. May your excursions be many, safe, and rewarding. May your memories be warm and satisfying, and may you always have someone you love, and who loves you, to share them with.

It's no wonder why it's called Superior. Truly awe inspiring. Thanks Jon.

Your content is just "superior," literally! It just puts me at peace and in such a wonderful mood. You should consider turning your videos into Imax form. It would be splendid to see. With the music you add and the sound effects coming from the lake, birds, etc, it would be a hit. Thank you for letting me live my dreams vicariously through you. As a fellow nature lover, where I live, we don't have too many beautiful places like this. You truly are a master of your crafts, John.

YES!!! Sunday rainy mornings and some new lost lakes. Time to watch this on the big tv

This title for a youtube video just appeared in my mind. Not sure if I came up with it myself or if I heard it somewhere, but here it is: Camping on an island on a lake that is on a island on a lake !! wuut 🙂

Easily one of your best yet! You're videos are so solid its hard to keep up

Dude! I live in thunder Bay and my wife and I had the privilege of renting a canoe and driving to sleeping giant putting in at silver isle and checking out the sea lion. Epic. I told her I saw you on KZfaq camping out along the shores. I gotta say you definitely inspired me to get out there so your content is much appreciated!! I'll be right behind ya!! Beautiful photography!

You continue to out do yourself. Love this trip, photography and music exceptional. My parents took us kids to lakes in Canada in the late 50's. Portaging between lakes, big fish moose, memories. I'm now 70 and can no longer even dream of doing what you do. So I can watch you continue to deliver outstanding content, good on you. Whats up with Erin? We miss her. Oh and some of the funniest parts are your short conversations with yourself. David and Peggy

I dont take medication for my anxiety. I just watch lost lakes ! Thanks

Man! Thank you for the norther light and what you do. I rather watch your videos than watching TV just junk on TV. THANKS !

I almost seldom leave comments on any videos. However, I am so grateful that you take us along on your adventures so we can take in the scenery that we may otherwise ever see. You make so many ppl happy. Your stories, scenery, everything is so fantastic!! Nothing is more satisfying than discovering that you have a new video uploaded. There are other channels that can compete with the beauty that your videography manages to capture. Thank you, Jon!!!

Amazing job Jon, this video really demonstrates how far you've come with filming, editing, pace and keeping the viewer engaged. The superior videos are my favorite of yours for sure. Keep killing it brother! Viewership will really ramp up soon

This was a movie. Absolutely beautiful. Great work.

Hey Jon, Dave here from Newfoundland, awesome stuff. I was having a hard time with my lower back, and ended up trying daily core workouts and it has changed my life. Getting a strong core is the foundation of a strong body, and therefore a strong mind. Cheers buddy. Keep up the good content.

Having lived and grown up in Michigan till the military life at 18 in 1974, just listening to the sounds, and water against the canoe, the Loons, the breeze...I can actually smell the water and the environment...I sure miss those shores. Thank-you for your video...awesome. Proxy Miner Vote "Love IT", chuckles.

Wow, John, WOW!!!! What a wonderful trip! Thank you for doing what you do. I’m from Michigan and have always been in love with Lake Superior, but you are capturing what I’ll never see in person. You are perfecting your skills and those who watch are benefiting from your dedication. Nat Geo can’t hold a candle to what I just watched. Again…thank you!

Being a Minnesotan, Superior has been a part of my life since i was a wee little child😂 i love it the shorline is beautiful

Jon, This was a magical video. One of your best. I love how your travel is dictated by the weather. You summed it all up with the last night's unreal sky. Definitely the best 1.5 hours I will spend today. It is so cool you see you put in the work to get out there and gain the rewards of all the beauty that nature offers. Lake Superior is unreal. Alex

Bravo! Another soothing therapeutic video. Im sure you have thought if this before, but i hope you know your videos help others with maybe depression, mental illnesses. These videos put one at peace. Thanks jon.

All your videos are well done, but this one was one of my favorites. Beautiful videography as usual. What an exceptional summer exploration. As always, thanks for sharing.

Took me a minute, but I’m definitely “hooked” on this channel.

What a beautiful trip! The night sky on your last night.. gorgeous. That's the beauty of being away from city lights. I miss the Northern Lights. About 11 min in when you were in the caves, it loosely resembled an elephant drinking from the waters. You are a romantic and that's what I like about you. Thank you for sharing this with us!

Yes! Well Jon I finally went out on Superior myself... for the first time in my life! It was mostly about exploration but did manage to catch some nice salmon from my kayak. I went south of Thunder Bay towards Minnesota in Pigeon Bay. That is my latest video. Anyway your Superior videos are some of my favourite! Such a beautiful lake. I regret not doing it sooner. I'll be exploring a couple new spots every year. Why not, it's only a couple hours drive from home 😎 Cheers!!!

Your photography and shot set-ups were EXTRA GOOD on this trip, and it made it even more enjoyable. I am disabled, and I can not get out in the wilds anymore. I live vicariously through adventures like yours. Your trip was wonderful, and I really hope you enjoyed it. I also hope your back issues stay away as well. Good portaging to you!

"Everyone else is fired." LOL! Really loved the star gazing and of course the borealis. Also loved seeing all those iris' going off on that inland lake where you saw the bull moose. Thanks for the video. Top notch as always sir.

Beautiful. I am so grateful to be li ch ing and paddling this amazing country. Great video, loved it!

I truly enjoy watching your videos. I grew up in Michigan and like Canada it is gorgeous! I have to say that I ducked and swatted at the sight and sounds of those mosquitoes. Watching your videos I can see that you are a pretty cool guy and would be fun to hang around. Stay safe and thank you for sharing your adventures.

First time watching one of your videos and I can't find the words to describe how amazing it was. Wow. Very proud to be a Canadian when I see what these hidden parts of our country look like. Will keep watching.

Just like the trout and the pike, im hooked. Cant get enough.

I'm from the upper peninsula of Michigan. I lived a block away from Superior. I live in Florida now. While I know there's people who would love to trade places with me, I can say with a lot of experience and a lot of time in both places.... cherish what you have. I have the ocean now and it is a magical place to be if you like sharing the beach with a million other people. You can kayak or canoe out in the gulf and that's nice too....if you don't mind surfing the wake of the million other power boats out there. I miss the peace and tranquility. I watch your videos and I know the smell. What that wind feels like. The smell of field grass. I miss it so much. I wish I could go home. Never take it for granted.

Jon your not kidding, the pure awe and wonderment of the shores of Lake Superior are truly mystical and religious. I am truly surprised Park's Ontario or Canada has not established a trail system on the islands. Such a rugged and beautiful place to explore. Your cinematography has improved leaps and bounds. That final night sky was a transformative experiance to say the least. Thanks for your continued mission to share your love and wonderment of the great outdoors. Looking forward to the next adventure Jon.

Is there something that the eyes can’t see that you look for with these adventures?

Heaven on Earth, Jon. Thank you for showing us this glimpse.

I find myself completely invested with your Videos.You my friend have a talent of sharing your passion and knowledge. Love the subject matter . Keep living the Dream!!!

Man.. what a journey, thank you for taking us along. I was fully immersed and didn't notice time passing by. Your footage, editing, pace, storytelling, it's all superb. Thank you again and please keep at it!

Of all your incredible videos, this one is the most beautiful and picturesque. I loved every rock and rock formation, every sky shot, every minute of this video!! Many thanks and congratulations on making a truly magnificent cinematic work of beauty!

A big and warm THANK, to you, John, for your skilfully video graphed great outdoor adventures and fishing trips, with your beautiful language, almost ready to be written into a book of yours, as you have uttered them! I so much appreciate your generous and friendly sharing from your outings from the remarkable most beautiful pristine Canadian wilderness and nature! God bless you and keep you together with with all your family members and loved ones! Greetings from north Europe, Sweden! 💯💝👍👌

That was SO beautiful! All those rock cliffs, northern lights, sunsets and sunrises, beautiful flowers and caves. I collect rock an every one of them would go home with me. I have a old washtub for a table outside an i have small rocks on half of it. I do sit out there an play with them a look at them every day. Yep I'm pretty strange. You can put them in a glass bowl with water in it an floating candles. Thanks excellent video.

My Sunday just started off so much better. Another inspiring adventure. The photography in this one is second to none. Sometimes when I watch this stuff I wonder, will heaven be a let down for Jon?! If there were a separate channel of Lost Lakes drone shots and canoe bow shots, I’d probably leave that on loop on my living room TV. As an aside, in my work life I specialize in the area of joint pain and back pain. It sounds like you struggle with it a lot. If you can see my email on Buy Me a Coffee, feel free to connect. I’ll help you figure out who you should see about it if you’re not already plugged in. I looked for a way to message you directly about this but couldn’t find any.

The videography excellent, scenery spectacular, your respect and admiration for nature, priceless! Approaching 85 and like the song says, "I would sail around the world, look for gold and dive for pearls, but I know, I will never get to go" and yet through your work, I can enjoy the journey! Thank you so much for what you do. I look forward to every video.

Your words at the end of the video were 'magical'...matched your surroundings.

The magnificent stars, northern lights and beaver slapping it's tail..magic indeed. Thanks John.

Wow! Stunning shores. What a lake, it is superior. 🙌

Amazing as always John. You, Joe, and Xander all inspired me to get into canoeing, and now I can't stop! Its such an awesome adventure each time I go out. Keep up the great work!

First time i ever thought "lyrical" while watching your videos. Definitely a truly superior experience you gave us John. That was magic wrapped in magic drizzled in wonder and sprinkled with delights. Another level of filming and editing has been unveiled.

The rocks at38:17 remind me of the rocks at the giants causeway Ireland,beautiful video,we are blessed to live in Canada!🇨🇦👍

Being from the U.P. of Michigan currently living in Central Indiana. It's refreshing to see the North Side of Superior. Never have traveled up that direction - However, It is SO AWESOME to see your footage as it's a stark reminder of how much I miss home and the good old days of wintering just South of the Southern Shore. Thanks Jon !!

You are magic Jon, thanks again for another amazing video and bringing us along on your adventure, keep up the great work!

Beautiful, thanks for taking me...

Thank You 😊 I enjoyed that very much. Will never make it there. Old and crippled now. I also watch a lot of this content and no ones been in touch with Mother Earth like you did . Your Love for Her came thru your video work. In the end I felt "" I "" had "" Finally been there . 🌺

Our first experience with Lake Superior was at Munising. Hardly comparable to your epic outing, we did get to experience the beauty with which you regularly describe this amazing lake. We had Trout Cove on Grand Island to ourselves for an hour. We also wet our feet and skipped a few stones on the western shores of the island. Neither of us have seen such pristine waters. This is such an amazing video. We’re grateful for your dedication and tireless work to bring such incredible beauty to our lives. Be safe!! The video starting at 47:55 is stunning.

This is wonderful. Thank you for sharing your adventure with us. I love the eye you bring to the filming.

choice of music for this was really subtle and beautiful. I know you work hard on these and I truly appreciate all that you do.

Love the bump in resolution to 4k. It really does add to the viewing experiencing for us audience :). Appreciate it! Keep up the amazing content!

After watching this all I could say is Bravo. Vlogging all these beautiful spots I’ll never seen in person is exhilarating. I think to myself how sad more people won’t see this beautiful scenery but they are through you! Thank you!

Jon, you're truely blessed, to be able to explore such an amazing place. I'm glad you make these videos as I will never be able to do this, as I live in the UK. In my own opinion you have the best job. Keep it going, enjoy watching your well edited videos. 👌

Thw weather in Ontario has been beautiful this summer. Thanks for capturing this footage

Jon, NatGeo may have the camera skills but they don't tell a story like you do. Thanks for filling a necessary nature gap in all of our lives and connecting us with our historic roots living from the land and exploring. I totally understand your curiosity. As for those souvenir rocks you might consider incorporating them into something like furniture or a picture frame with some clear marine epoxy.

Awesome photography, Awesome scenery, Awesome trip N. E. U. S. A.

Jon you captured so much beauty and awe inspiring scenery.

Another great trip and what a fantastic place to be wind bound.

Simply amazing thank you for sharing this with us

Bom dia amigo!! lugar lindo!! felicidades!!👍😘😍

Absolutely beautiful. Growing up in northern Minnesota spent time on the north shore of lake superior.

Chào bạn video của bạn rất tiệc vời lắm bạn ơi. Hồ nước trong xanh đúng là một nơi thư giãn thoải mái tinh thần rất tiệc vời .chúc bạn nhiều sức khỏe và thành công trong công việc nhé .

My favorite coast line...we have spent a lot of time the last 5 years exploring. We have headed to Pickle Lake for a 2 week moose hunting the last 4 years, Northern Ontario is world class beauty. Fantastic job as always John

1:25:04 is outstanding!!

You’re a big kid out there, and I love it! Never change. Powers that be wanted you to stay that 1 last night to see the magnificent Aurora 😮

Beautifully done. I couldn't help seeing that you preferred using a kayak paddle with the canoe. My Dad with other engineering professors and graduate students from the University of Michigan used to take the train to river crossings on the northern shore of Lake Superior and canoe camp their way down to the lake. There were often several portages and once they got to the lake it was a long paddle back to a town on the lake.

Jon this is such a great video. Thank you for always making my life fuller. I’m not sure you know how much joy you bring to people.

Love the chill vibes every time my man, take it easy with us :)

Jon I am a bit envious, so much canoeing opportunities, great camping and fishing! Great video young man. Looking forward to the next. Tell Erin hi and miss her sharing your trips.

What a dream trip, one day I'll do one like it I just feel it. I saw a cougar walk right through our campsite in Kenora district this summer. We caught micro perch like that too, on yozuri snap beans lures. I love those little guys.

Nice one Jon!! Just what I need here today on wet & windy west coast of Ireland a good lostlake binge 👍

Jon, another amazing video. All your efforts to create these masterpiece videos are appreciated!! Your trips along Superior are my favorites and I always look forward to watching your content. Spending time in that area and becoming fully aware of your surroundings and everything in nature is truly a religious experience. What an amazing last night….it must have been hard to sleep after that.

Wow, amazing trip. Loved the change up with the sound track. Well, at least it seemed different to me. Created such a mystical atmosphere. Great choice for this trip!

It's the greatest feeling in the world, when your back corrects itself.

Can't wait to watch all of this, im hiking the coastal trail at LSPP and the Casques Ilse trail near rossport in the next 2 weeks, you are really lucky Jon to live near such an incredible area!

You just fired me!? You can't fire me I quit.

21:37 prrof that Earth isn't flat! Awsome Adventure Jon, jaw dropping scenery, great food and a great person showing us nature as few of us can see. Thank you.

I'm a traveler myself. I'm older now, and my body still craves the move. Damn body can't cash the checks it once did. Your videos sweep me away, at times when this body tethers me. Thank you

I don't see Littlefoot.

Wish we had this kind of wild in Nebraska… alas, everything is farmed right up to the water’s edge. Navigable but hardly remote. You are blessed.

Well Jon, that was wonderful and amazing. Absolutely loved that magical night/morning with all the amazing skies. The gorgeous stones and the caves plus everything else. No wonder you love it so much. Thanks for sharing your experience,that’s what these utube videos are about from my perspective. So grateful for your picture stories and your heartfelt commentary. Wendy

My favourite lake .What I wouldn't give to go again. I did that section of Lake Superior several years ago. It's all wonderful. I cannot resist adding to my Superior rock collection whenever I visit. I was a bit worried the waves would get you when camped under the rock overhang! Magnificent last night.

Wow your living a dream, being one with nature and seeing things that no person really gets to see. I fell in love with snowmobiling for that reason and to to love a season that most hate . You gained another subscriber.

Stunning night sky with northern lights. I've walked along Superior's shores and picked the colorful agate stones. I live along the shores of Lake Michigan and enjoy the beauty of the lake every day. What a blessing. I liked your poetic synopsis at the end.

Your Superior videos are always magical. I would watch them endlessly. What a special place and such a perfect night to end your journey. Thank you.

Love that you do longer videos and longer trips. These are the best imo.

@lostlakes Jon And Erin your videos are amazing. Your Love for Nature and protecting it is as deep as mine. I wanted to tell you Thank You for all the great content which i watch over and over again. Keep those videos coming. Also wanted to wish you both a Happy and Peacefull Holiday Season. We all Love you guys. Your awesome !!! Mike

Wow! Well done. Thanks again for taking us there with you. Your shots and audio are on point. I wish more people took the time to be quite and just listen, especially in the place you were/are. You are an inspiration and wish you the best with your Jontario mining company.😆

That sky at the end! My gosh! As if I wasn’t jealous before! ❤😮

Flew over it once in 1960 on our way to Scotland for a holiday; you could not see one end of the lake from the other! It truly is magnificent!

Finally 4K - Thanks, this makes your journeys even more enjoyable!

If I was sat in my living room after eating my Christmas lunch and this came on the TV in my lounge, well, I've just sat and watched. Fantastic and alikand to anything National Geographic.

What a beautiful area, 40 years ago l explored the same areas with my soul mate. Natural areas like that shout out in a loud voice to the Almighty and his wisdom. Thank you for letting us relive our old stomping grounds.

Yes .Cougar -Mountain lion...same cat are in the North of the Lake Huron .My friend and I spotted what We thought was a deer at first ..until I recognized the 5 foot tail. It was on the deer trail on the White River road coming from Elliott Lake to Iron Bridge..Big cat 🙀