A Walk in the Park: The True Story of a Spectacular Misadventure in the Grand Canyon

A Walk in the Park is a New York Times bestseller and winner of multiple major awards, including the 2025 Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction.

Written by The Emerald Mile author Kevin Fedarko, it tells the gripping true story of Fedarko and his friend, photographer Pete McBride, as they attempt a 750-mile trek across the entire length of the Grand Canyon—one of the hardest hikes on Earth.

With little preparation, the two men face extreme danger, exhaustion, and near-death experiences while uncovering hidden wonders of the canyon few have ever seen. Along their journey, they encounter expert hikers, members of Native American tribes, and the harsh yet awe-inspiring beauty of the land itself.

Blending adventure, humor, and reflection, A Walk in the Park is both a thrilling survival story and a heartfelt tribute to the Grand Canyon—its majesty, its history, and the urgent need to protect it.