Lost Dutchman Marathon
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Lost Dutchman Marathon 2027
The Lost Dutchman Marathon is a winter trail running weekend in Apache Junction, Arizona, held over Martin Luther King Jr Day weekend on January 16–17, 2027. Races take place on desert trails through the Superstition Mountains and along the Apache Trail.
Distances offered include:
- Marathon, 26.2 mi through the Superstition Mountains
- Half Marathon, 13.1 mi along the Apache Trail
- 10K, 6.2 mi showcasing desert scenery
- 8K Trail Run, 5.0 mi on natural off road terrain
- 2 Mile Fun Run, 2.0 mi family friendly event during the Saturday expo
The event has been held since 2002 and lists community involvement with sponsors and local partners. Organizers report $1.04M donated to local youth and more than 27 benefactors in 2025. Course maps and race information are provided for each distance, and the weekend includes an expo connected with the fun run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
