Dear Bob and Sue: A National Parks Podcast

Dear Bob and Sue: A National Parks Podcast

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In Dear Bob and Sue, authors Matt and Karen Smith share stories of their travels to all of the U.S. National Park as well as other spectacular public lands. From adventures gone awry to memorable moments and Q&As from readers, get to know the couple behind the books and get inspired to go on some adventures of your own.

Recent Episodes

May 19, 2025

#170: Yosemite’s Curry Village: The Good, The Bad and The Scary

Nestled below the granite cliffs of Yosemite Valley is a village bustling with visitors year-round. For over a century, Curry Village has welcomed guests who want to stay in this magnificent valley yet are looking for an affo...
April 17, 2025

#169: Our Most Excellent Northern Arizona RV Adventure

This episode is sponsored by GO RVING ™ Nothing says “All American Road Trip” more than loading up an RV, hitting the road, and having an adventure. And that’s exactly what we did recently with the help from our friends at GO...
March 10, 2025

#168: Mailbag!

In our Mailbag! episodes, we answer questions from listeners about the national parks, ranger-led tours, road trips, hiking, camping, backpacking, gear, relationships, and pretty much whatever anyone wants to ask us. In this ...
Feb. 25, 2025

#167: Three Perfect Days in Sedona, Arizona

Visitors flock to Sedona, Arizona, for a multitude of reasons: the red rock landscape, the concentration of incredible hiking trails, the culinary scene, and the focus on spiritual wellness. In this episode, we'll share some ...
Jan. 30, 2025

#166: Five More Phenomenal State Parks

National parks, forests, and other federal lands are not the only incredible outdoor destinations in America. Wherever we travel, we make a point to check out the state parks along the way, and we’re constantly amazed at the ...
Jan. 16, 2025

#165: Olympic National Park: Top Ten Things to See and Do

There’s a reason to visit Olympic National Park any time of year. While summer is best, each season offers visitors a chance to enjoy this incredibly diverse natural resource. Regardless of how often we visit Olympic we alway...

Reviews

My Favorite Podcast!

"I’ve listened to every episode of Dear Bob & Sue multiple times! It’s my favorite podcast hands down. Visiting public lands & hiking has become a passion of mine & my husband’s over the last few year…"

Nichol Oldendorf | July 17, 2022

Best podcast ever

"Matt and Karen are such an invaluable resource for my travels. The detail they give, as well as fun and entertaining way they give it, has molded 3 awesome trips for myself and my family. I really …"

Stephanie Vaughn | Feb. 8, 2024

Perfect advice for Olympic Nat'l Parka nd Columbia River Gorge

"I've read all their books and listen to every podcast. Matt and Karen are insightful and Funny! Honestly, I wish my husband and I had as fun a relationship as they do. We just returned from Olympic…"

Lyndie | May 24, 2024