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Lost Dutchman Marathon

Name: Lost Dutchman Marathon
Start: 2027-01-17
End: 2027-01-17
Location: Apache Junction

Apache Junction, United States • 17 Jan 2027

Lost Dutchman Marathon - Apache Junction, AZ

The Lost Dutchman Marathon is a trail running event held on MLK Day Weekend, with the 2027 edition on January 17, 2027. Races take place in and around the Superstition Mountains near Apache Junction, Arizona, with Prospector Park listed as the event location. The event has been held since 2002.

The event program includes multiple distances:

26.2 mi Marathon
13.1 mi Half Marathon
6.2 mi 10K Trail Run
5.0 mi 8K Trail Run
2.0 mi 2 Mile Fun Run and Walk

Course descriptions note desert trail conditions, sections along the Apache Trail, and natural terrain with elevation changes through the Superstition Wilderness. The 8K is described as an off road trail run, while the 10K highlights accessible desert scenery. A separate family friendly fun run and walk is held during the race expo.

The event reports community support and charitable activity. It lists more than 27 benefactors in 2025 and shows $980,000 donated to local youth. Awards and medals are part of the event program and a race gallery and results archive are maintained for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Arizona Apache Junction

Race information

Website

26 mi

Marathon

13 mi

Half Marathon

6 mi

10k Race

5 mi

8k Trail Run

2-Mile Fun Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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