Lost Dutchman Marathon
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The Lost Dutchman Marathon - Event details
The Lost Dutchman Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, February 15, 2026, near Apache Junction, Arizona. The event is held annually over President's Day weekend near the rumored site of the Lost Dutchman Mine. It is described as a scenic winter event and is USATF sanctioned.
Distances offered:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 8K Trail Run
- Fun Run
The marathon course is a rolling, point-to-point route that is USATF certified (AZ23001JOE) and can be used as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.
Organization and beneficiaries
The event is organized by The Lost Dutchman Marathon, Inc., a public charity run by an all-volunteer board of directors and officers. Proceeds are directed to local youth organizations focused on the economically disadvantaged. Since the race began in 2002, the organization reports donating over $980,000 to local youth programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.