Park Predators

True Crime & Paranormal

About

Explore the dark side of the world’s most beautiful places with investigative journalist and park enthusiast Delia D’Ambra. Each week, Delia guides you deep into national parks and forests across the globe, uncovering stories where nature’s breathtaking beauty has masked sinister secrets. From infamous cases that made headlines to little-known crimes that still need answers, Delia’s relentless pursuit of the truth takes her through archives and remote landscapes to reveal the hidden darkness haunting these natural wonders. Because sometimes, the most beautiful places hide the darkest secrets. This is Park Predators.

Episodes

  • The Routine

    This episode of Park Predators details the kidnapping of two park rangers in Oregon, one of whom survived. The investigation uncovers a suspect with a history of violent crimes.

  • The Tradition

    This episode of Park Predators focuses on the unsolved murder of Estevan Montaño, a bow hunter who was found murdered at his campsite in the Santa Rita Mountains.

  • Revisited: The Backpackers

    This Park Predators episode revisits the case of a serial killer who terrorized young backpackers in Australia's Belanglo State Forest in the early 1990s. The episode discusses the impact of his crimes and the unknown true number of victim…

  • The Getaway

    During a camping trip along the Applegate River in California, a man's body is discovered, leading to an investigation by law enforcement from two states. The case uncovers a complex situation involving deception and a fatal outcome.

  • The Buddies

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the 1989 disappearance and unsolved murders of Ramsey Rioux and Kenneth Lutz, whose skulls were found in Stanley Park, Vancouver. The mystery continues to haunt the city.

  • The Land

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the unsolved murders of sisters Vickie Stout and Carla Atkins, whose remains were found in a federal recreation area after their disappearance. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is seeking infor…

  • The Overlook

    This episode of Park Predators, titled "The Overlook," details an incident where a park ranger encounters a gun-wielding man in the Smoky Mountains on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The ranger faces a difficult choice to protect visitors and the…

  • The Unspeakable

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the disappearance of a pregnant teenager in Joshua Tree National Park. A marine with secrets is implicated in the case.

  • The Pair

    This episode of Park Predators investigates the 1953 discovery of two children's skeletons in a Vancouver park, a case known as "Babes in the Woods." The episode covers how modern science and public interest helped identify the victims, Da…

  • The Deputy

    This episode of Park Predators investigates the 1998 disappearance of Jonathan Aujay, a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy, who went missing in a remote county park near Angeles National Forest. The investiagtion into his disappearance ha…

  • The Wreck

    This episode of Park Predators, titled "The Wreck," details an investigation into a wrecked Jeep found in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The investigation uncovers a series of events and acts of betrayal, leading to two individuals.

  • The Cowboy

    This episode of Park Predators, titled "The Cowboy," describes a manhunt for a trapper accused of shooting two Idaho game wardens, based on a friend's claim. The case subsequently develops with unforeseen twists.

  • The Badges (2 cases)

    This episode of Park Predators investigates the disappearance of an Idaho game warden and the legacy of a fallen Texas game warden. The mystery of the Idaho warden is solved nearly 90 years later.

  • The Boat Ramp

    This episode of Park Predators discusses two violent crime scenes that occurred in 1980 near a boat ramp on Anna Maria Island, Florida. The case developed a sense of mystery due to a lack of leads.

  • The Manhunt

    This episode of Park Predators details a double homicide in North Carolina. Authorities track their suspect into the Appalachian forest, where a seasoned tracker and his dog pursue him.

  • REVISITED: The Reserve

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the disappearance of a British photojournalist in a Kenyan reserve and her father's search for justice after her remains are found. His investigation is complicated by bizarre roadblocks from two na…

  • The Wife

    This episode of Park Predators investigates the death of a newlywed husband on a hunting trip in Uncompahgre National Forest. Initially thought to be an accident, the investigation reveals a more sinister explanation.

  • The Stars

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the 2003 disappearance of a couple camping in the desert north of Phoenix and the subsequent investigation. It also provides information for contacting Yavapai Silent Witness.

  • The Attorney

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the disappearance of a prominent attorney and his young son in White Sands National Park. The subsequent investigation into their vanishing is explored.

  • The Researcher

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the 1977 unsolved murder of forestry student Julie Ann Cohen, who was found murdered in a Florida park. Law enforcement continues to seek leads in the case.

  • The Ravine

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the disappearance of a young woman and the murder of another woman in Kentucky. The podcast asks listeners who have information about these cases to contact the Kentucky State Police.

  • The Robbery

    This episode of Park Predators discusses a robbery and murder in a Tennessee park. The case went cold despite authorities identifying persons of interest, leading to an appeal for information.

  • The Road

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the disappearance of two mothers after a night out. A suspect is apprehended near a Mississippi national forest, but the case remains open for decades.

  • The Arson

    In February 2020, a burning car in Prentice Cooper State Forest was found to contain a body. Law enforcement quickly focused on two suspects who were friends of the victim.

  • UPDATED: The Housewives

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the 1960 murders of three housewives at Starved Rock State Park. The investigation initially focused on a suspect, but new evidence has recently emerged, raising doubts about his guilt.

  • The Conspiracy

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the 1991 murder of Anthony Lee Miller in a national park in Georgia. The investigation by the FBI identified prime suspects, but the true culprit remains a matter of debate.

  • The Worker

    This episode of Park Predators, titled "The Worker," discusses an incident in April 1995 where two teenagers in Payette National Forest encounter a forest service worker. The episode describes the events that unfolded.

  • The Siblings

    This episode of Park Predators investigates the 1998 murder of Lora Sinner in the Trinity Alps. It examines the circumstances and decisions that led to the crime.

  • The Crash

    This episode of Park Predators investigates the disappearance of Sandra Johnsen Hughes in Sierra National Forest and Yosemite National Park. The Madera County Sheriff's Office is seeking information to help solve the case.

  • The Neighbor

    This episode of Park Predators, titled "The Neighbor," details the disappearance of a 38-year-old waitress during a trip to Mount Rushmore in August 2013 and the subsequent investigation that led to a conviction. The episode also provides…

  • The Seashore

    A couple vanishes on Padre Island National Seashore. Investigators uncover clues pointing to a violent predator and an accomplice. This episode discusses the disappearance of James and Michelle Butler.

  • The Councilman - Update Pending

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the disappearance of a businessman during a fishing trip in Kings Canyon National Park. The case involves few clues and a past financial event that adds to the mystery.

  • The Sand

    Two fiancés are found dead on a Northern California beach. The mystery of their deaths begins to unravel when a familiar name to authorities resurfaces.

  • The Beach

    This episode of Park Predators investigates a 1972 double murder on a remote Canadian beach. The suspect evaded capture for nearly 40 years, leaving a trail of violent crimes.

  • The Stranger

    This episode of Park Predators details a young woman's account of witnessing a murder on the Appalachian Trail in 1974. Her testimony helps law enforcement identify a dangerous criminal.

  • The Ride

    This episode of Park Predators investigates the July 1988 Signal Mountain murders, where three men on an ATV trip disappeared and foul play was later revealed, leading to a decade-long mystery for law enforcement. The case involves an even…

  • The Musician

    This Park Predators episode covers the disappearance of a Colorado musician and the subsequent discovery in Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests. It explores the web of violence surrounding the victim and a woman he was planning to meet,…

  • The Ambush

    Two bodies are discovered in the sand dunes of Indiana Dunes National Park. Authorities identify the victims as young people who have been missing, and the mystery of their murders unravels.

  • REVISITED: The Husband

    This episode of Park Predators discusses Harold Henthorn, whose first wife died in a car accident and second wife fell off a cliff. Authorities investigate his past for clues regarding their deaths.

  • The Scar

    This Park Predators episode, "The Scar," details a violent attack on a mother by her partner during a family camping trip, witnessed by her children. The episode highlights law enforcement's pursuit of justice and provides resources for do…

  • The Field

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the 1969 disappearance of Dennis Martin in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. His case significantly impacted search and rescue operations globally.

  • The Creek

    This episode of Park Predators investigates the disappearance of a family man and hunter in the Sierra National Forest. His vehicle was later found, but provided few answers.

  • The Rest Stop

    This episode of Park Predators, titled "The Rest Stop," describes a man who lures a visitor in Mesa Verde National Park to a tragic end. He subsequently flees to the West Coast, where he encounters the consequences of his lawlessness.

  • The Gate

    This episode of Park Predators discusses the unsolved murder of Anita Redmon, a gate attendant at an Atlanta-area park. Her case remains unsolved 20 years after an initial arrest.

  • The Sailor

    In 1987, a woman's body was discovered in Yosemite National Park. While initially considered an accident, a witness aided federal investigators in identifying a killer.

  • The Confession

    On the Appalachian Trail in Tennessee, a hiker confesses to a murder. Investigations reveal a dangerous individual with a history of crimes in several U.S. states.

  • The Plot

    A 43-year-old medical student is found deceased in Big Bend National Park. The investigation leads authorities to a young man with a perplexing account of events.

  • The Shootings (Part 2)

    This episode, Part Two of a two-part series, details the 2012 Lake Annecy murders in France. It covers the international investigation into the shootings and rumors surrounding the case.

  • The Shootings (Part 1)

    This episode, Part 1 of a two-part series, details the 2012 Lake Annecy murders in the French Alps. An international team of detectives searches for the killer, and questions and rumors about the incident are explored.

  • The Accidents

    This episode covers a fatal hunting accident in Itasca State Park, where a rancher was shot, and the unsettling history of a ridge in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The narrative delves into historical documents to discern truth from…