A Fabulous Thru-Hike

A Fabulous Thru-HikeNew York City native Derick Lugos life changed in 2012 when he spontaneously decided to thru hike the Appalachian Trail. In the years that followed, he became an advocate for the outdoors and eventually set out on his second thru hike this time on the Continental Divide Trail, one of the most challenging long trails in the world. A Fabulous Thru Hike: 3,100 Miles on the Continental Divide Trail is the relatable, laugh out loud story of Derick Lugos

New York City native Derick Lugo’s life changed in 2012 when he spontaneously decided to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail. In the years that followed, he became an advocate for the outdoors and eventually set out on his second thru-hike--this time on the Continental Divide Trail, one of the most challenging long trails in the world.

A Fabulous Thru-Hike: 3,100 Miles on the Continental Divide Trail is the relatable, laugh-out-loud story of Derick Lugo’s six-month adventure. From the deserts of New Mexico to the rugged mountains of Montana, Derick confronts heat sickness, vertigo, and self-doubt--all with his trademark optimism. There are plenty of missteps and hard lessons, but also classic moments of trail magic, natural beauty, and deep friendships.

Capturing both the grueling reality and transformative beauty of life on the CDT, Lugo invites readers along for a journey that is both inspiring and entertaining. Whether he’s questioning his choices on a sun-scorched ridgeline or finding joy in a package of Oreos, A Fabulous Thru-Hike is a celebration of perseverance, self-discovery, and the courage to keep moving forward.

240 pages