The Lost Dutchman Arizona Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 8K Trail Run, and Two Mile Fun Run/Walk.

Lost Dutchman Arizona Marathon

The 11^th Annual Lost Dutchman Arizona Marathon is Sunday, February 19th, 2012. Running from Gold Canyon to Apache Junction, the Lost Dutchman follows a scenic, rolling, point-to-point, USATF certified course that can be used as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon. Located at the base of Superstition Mountain near the rumored site of the legendary Lost Dutchman Mine, this event is a favorite of serious marathoners and casual runners alike.  For course information visit our marathon course description page.

Half Marathon, 10K, 8k Trail Run, and Two Mile Fun Run/Walk

There's a race for everyone!  Not up for a full marathon? Starting and ending in Apache Junction’s Prospector Park, the Lost Dutchman offers a race for everyone including Half Marathon, 10K, 8k Desert Trail Run and a Two Mile FunRun/Walk.  Course maps are here.  All finishers of the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, and 8k receive a beautiful Lost Dutchman's finisher's medal.

Beautiful Location, Great Volunteers and Rave Reviews!

Every year we get we get lots of positive feedback and excellent scenic run photographs.

Featured Article in the September/October Edition of Marathon and Beyond Magazine

The Lost Dutchman Marathon is on the cover and the featured race of the September/October edition of Marathon and Beyond Magazine.  It includes an 11 page story about the race, and the amazing story of Tom Fetterman.  Several hours after winning his age group in the 2008 Half-Marathon, Tom was diagnosed with a blood clot and likely to lose his leg.  Instead he returned the following year to win his age group in the 2009 Lost Dutchman Full Marathon!

2011 Race Feedback

Below are a few comments from 2011; read more on our feedback page

I absolutely love your race - starting from the cookies at the expo; the easy-to-hear pre-race announcements and plenty of porta-potties; the on-course markings and support personnel; to the post-race medals, great food, and FAST posting of race results. And I don't want to forget the easy and fast clothing drop-off and pick-up, and parking/shuttle service. From start to finsh - what a great race you put on. God bless all your volunteers!!

Vicki King - Towanda,IL

There are great races out there and then there are races you love; LDM is that race. Year after year the hospitality and staging never disappoint. Entrants are kept updated via the website and Facebook without fail. The famous burritos and post-race 'buffet' are second-to-none. Races start on time, miles are well-marked, and the scenery offers spectacular vistas. Add an army of friendly volunteers and you have the ultimate winter and AZ destination race. Kudos to an outstanding event; all your hard work does not go unnoticed and is appreciated by all!

Mark Gershman - Scottsdale, AZ

After reading some review on this Marathon, I decided to participate to the 2011 event and I was not disappointed at all. Great Organization, the first 6 miles trail between the cactus are just surreal. The fire camp before the start is a good idea. I live in New York and I will travel again; this is a very good Marathon.

Stephane Maisonneuve, New York, NY

Very well organized! Loved the campfires at the start, watching the sun rise over the desert. Beautiful, scenic - for folks like me, who haven't visited true desert surroundings - it is the best way to experience it up close and personal. Terrific support at the aid stations - truely appreciate your volunteers. Thanks Lost Dutchman - a great run.

Steve - Louisiana

This is by far the best small marathon out there. Everything about it, from the campfires at the starting line to the finishers medals were of top quality and organization. It is obvious that those who organize this marathon are runners themselves, and have learned from their own experiences, because even the smallest details are taken care of to enhance the experience.

Douglas Coleman - Apache Junction, AZ

Can't beat that view of the Superstitions with Flat Iron hidden in clouds on a brisk Arizona winter morning!

Jason

Road Runner Sports

Road Runner Sports is proud to be the Official Running Store of the 11th Annual Lost Dutchman Arizona Marathon. Road Runner Sports has two valley locations that offer customers an interactive Shoe Dog foot analysis process. Guests will be able to interact with a dynamic, touch-screen video program that brings fun to the Shoe Dog process of easily finding the ever-elusive, perfect-fitting running or walking shoe. For more information, roadrunnersports.com.

Official Photographer

Action Sports Images is the official photographer of the 2012 Lost Dutchman Marathon. Click on the logo (left) to get to their website. Enter your information and they'll let you know when your photos are ready. Photos will be available no later that the first Friday after the race.