I traded high rises for hoodoos, bottled water for white water, and handbags for dirtbags—and I wouldn’t change a thing!

Long before highways and guidebooks, Indigenous people built civilizations in these canyons and across these deserts - leaving behind stories in the stone and traditions that still shape the region today. Spanish missions, frontier outposts, and mining towns followed, each adding to the complex, weathered character of the American Southwest. 

Wander down the trails less travelled with me as I explore and connect with these landscapes and all their rugged beauty. I want to take you through the less known corners of our most iconic national parks, to off-the-beaten-path towns, to Indigenous cultural landmarks, and scenic drives that stretch for miles. Discover local eats, essential gear, and travel tips from someone who's walked the walk.