The Lost Dutchman Arizona 8K Trail Race is held annually over President's Day weekend as a part of the Lost Dutchman Marathon.
Event: This page is for the Lost Dutchman 8K Trail Run event. Visit our Registration page for an overview of all events or Marathon, Half Marathon or 10K for our other races.
Where: Apache Junction, Arizona
Date: Sunday, February 16, 2025
Start Time: 7:45 a.m.
Course: The 8K is a desert trail run starting and ending in Prospector Park. The course is mostly on dirt trail in the northern and eastern portions of the park that is undeveloped. The only elevation changes are where the course crosses dry washes, otherwise the course is flat. It should be considered relatively easy as trail courses go. If you are looking for a really fun trail run, this one is worth considering. There is no time limit for the 8K race. Course map.
Registration: Registration Details. Registration for the Lost Dutchman 8K Trail Run is available online, by mail or in person near race day space permitting. Register today at ChronoTrack.
Registration Fees:
| 2025 Prices | Through 10/18/2024 | 10/19/2024 through 01/02/2025 | 1/3/2025 through 01/30/25 | 1/31/2025 through 02/16/25 | Maximum Runners | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8K Trail Run | $52 | $54 | $59 | $64 | 800 | 7:45 a.m. |
Registration Limit: Participation in the Lost Dutchman 8K Trail Run is limited to 800 runners in 2025.
Parking: The race begins and ends at Prospector Park in Apache Junction. From US 60, you may use Tomahawk road and park in the Rodeo grounds or exit at Ironwood and park on the north side of the park. Visit our Driving, Parking & Transportation page for detailed race parking information.
Aid Stations: For the 8K trail race there is one aid station that all runners will pass twice.
Race Packets
Packet pick up:
- Thursday February 13, 2025 runners can pick up their packets at Road Runner Sports - Tempe, 43 S McClintock Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281 (Map) from 3:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m.
- Friday February 14, 2025 runners can pick up their packets at Road Runner Sports - Tempe, 43 S McClintock Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281 (Map) from 11:00 a.m. till 6:30 p.m.
- Saturday, February 15, 2025 at the Multi-Generational Center, 1035 N. Idaho Rd. Apache Junction, AZ from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Map). The 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk is 9:30 a.m. on Saturday with the start and finish at the center.
- NON-MARATHONERS can pick up their packets Sunday, February 16, 2025 at Prospector Park 3015 N. Idaho Rd. Apache Junction, AZ beginning at 5:45 a.m.
- There is no day of race packet pick up for the full marathon. Marathon runners MUST pick up race packets Thursday, Friday or Saturday.
- You may have someone else pick up your race packet. Race Packets will NOT be mailed.
Chip Timing: The race will be chip timed. Your chip is a part of your bib, do not remove it. Your number bib must be worn on the front and be visible at all times during the race.
Medals: All 8K finishers will receive a commemorative medal.
Awards: Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in each age group. Age groups are 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+. Results will be posted as soon as possible after the completion of the race; the award ceremony will take place once the race results are available.
If you win an award, be sure to pick it up before leaving. Award recipients not able to stay for the awards presentation can still receive their award, details are on the awards page.
Feedback:
I return year after year to run this one. It's one of my favorites!
Absolutely Wonderful
Beautiful location and an expertly managed race. Highly recommended.
This is by far the best event I have ever been involved with. So well managed, such beautiful scenery. Just a first-class experience. Can't say enough good things about this race. Ran in it many years ago and had forgotten how fun it was til i did it again this year. I won't miss it again.
Always a great event.
Well run and fun 8K trial run.
This was my third year, and I had a great time! My group will absolutely be back again next year, we look forward to it!
Great experience thank you
I've done the full, the half and the 8K and enjoyed all three! Great volunteers and a well organized race!
Very well run. Coarse was well marked, volunteers to help with sharp turns and mostly water handed out at the finish (plus 2 aid stations during the 8k).
Super friendly and excellent volunteers at every level of race day, parking, police & ems crews visability and politeness, easy morning of race packet pick up, tshirt exchange, merchandice purchases, beautiful quality medal, drop bag system, plenty of bathroom/portos, happy runners , gorgeous scenery, etc. etc.
This is one of my all-time favorite races in AZ! The organization of parking, starts, finishes, and award ceremony is top notch! Everyone is so friendly and encouraging. Hopefully, I will be able to run this event every year.
Well organized race and beautiful views
Good fun local race !
Very well organized, volunteers were very informative and enthusiastic.
I love this race! I have been a participant since 2013.
Really appreciated the organization and volunteers out on the route.
Well organized. I enjoyed the morning
Just want to say you have the best volunteers throughout the event!