About Roaming the Southwest

Meet Mallory

Hi there, I'm Mallory, and I'm behind Roaming the Southwest. I'm a photographer and Southwest travel content creator with more than a decade of experience exploring Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico.

I specialize in realistic Southwest road trip itineraries, hiking guides, and travel planning advice to help you plan a seamless trip. Every recommendation I share is based on places I've personally explored, from iconic National Parks to lesser-known trails, scenic drives, and unique stays throughout the Southwest.

Colorado is a huge part of what I cover, especially the San Juan Mountains and Western Colorado. Fall is something I plan my entire year around, and you'll find a big focus here on Colorado fall colors, including peak timing, scenic drives, photography locations, and trip planning.

When I'm not out exploring with my husband and daughter, I work full-time as a Clinical Pharmacist, with more than a decade of experience in critical care and emergency medicine. My healthcare background shapes how I approach outdoor safety, especially when it comes to desert hiking, extreme heat, hydration, and emergency preparedness. I believe in sharing practical, evidence-based information to help you understand the risks, prepare accordingly, and explore the Southwest safely.

I'm also deeply passionate about responsible travel, public lands education, and protecting the places we explore. You'll find a strong emphasis on mindful recreation, Leave No Trace principles, and experiencing these landscapes with respect.

Whether you're planning your first Southwest road trip, visiting Utah's National Parks, chasing fall colors in Colorado, or looking for your next hike, my goal is to help you experience the Southwest with confidence and leave it better than you found it.

contact: mallory@roamingthesouthwest.com