The Lost Dutchman 10K 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 10K event. Visit our Registration page for an overview of all events or Marathon, Half Marathon or 8K Trail Run for our other races.
Where: Apache Junction, Arizona
Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026
Start Time: 8:00 a.m.
Course: The 10K begins and ends in Prospector Park, and is an out-and-back over the last 3.1 miles of the Marathon course. The course is all on pavement, however there are broad freshly graded shoulders much of the way if you prefer to run on dirt. The route is relatively flat; it includes a slight incline going out and decline coming back to the finish line. There is no time limit for the 10K, HOWEVER, walkers and slow runners should be aware of faster half marathoners approaching from behind and sharing the return lane; please be courteous. Course map.
There will be mile markers on the race course.
Registration: Registration Details. Registration for the Lost Dutchman 10K Run is available online or in person near race day space permitting. Register today at ChronoTrack.
Registration Fees:
| 2026 Prices | Early Bird Pricing Through 06/12/2025 | 6/13/2025 through 08/21/2025 | 8/22/2025 through 10/18/2025 | 10/19/2025 through 01/02/2026 | 1/3/2026 through 01/30/2026 | 1/31/2026 through 02/15/2026 | Maximum Runners | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | $44 | $49 | $52 | $54 | $59 | $64 | 800 | 8:00 a.m. |
Registration Limit: Participation in the Lost Dutchman 10K is limited to 800 runners in 2026.
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. Here is a Map to Prospector Park. Visit our Driving, Parking & Transportation page for detailed race parking information.
Aid Stations: There are aid stations every mile, all have water, every other aid station will have a sports drink.
Race Packets
Packet pick up:
- Thursday February 12, 2026 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 13, 2026 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 14, 2026 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 15, 2026 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 10K 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:
This was my first Lost Dutchman race and I am so glad I signed up. The race was well organized, I loved the way parking was organized, and I loved the aid stations almost every mile. The volunteers were cheering as they were doing their job. I will definitely do another race.
Awesome 10K run. The scenery of the Superstition Mountains is beautiful. Always a very good organized race.
This is a very well organized and well planned event. Well worth the drive out here.
Beautiful race!!
Really enjoyed the run. People were friendly and the course was well demarcated. I think the best feature was how well organized the event was. Nice fun shot to start the races
One of the best marked races I've run
Loved the shirts this year! The graphics were awesome! I've done the race now since 2015! I look forward to it every year!
The weather was perfect and, as always, I love the scenery. I just keep coming back for this race!!
The most breathtaking race you will ever experience!
Come for the run and enjoy the view while you do it!
This race was a bucket list item! I've cheered on children and friends for all my years and at the age of 64 I accomplished my own!!! Proud owner of my first medal. Can't wait until next year. And I ran the 10k with my 13 year old granddaughter!
Well organized event with beautiful mountain views!
I love the energy and views!
Awesome venue. Great organization, great volunteers ,great scenery!
Such a fun race, ran smoothly and was well organized!
Great Marathon, well put together. Thank you
Great course and a week ran event
Great race!
One of the best organized races, friendliest volunteers and some of the best scenery. I love how easy the parking is, the shuttles that are always available and ready. Multiple days that packet pickup is offered is super hhelpful, just overall, a great experience that keeps me coming back!
I love The Lost Dutchman Events. I've run in the 10K and the Half Marathon. It's well organized. The course is beautiful! Parking is a breeze. The volunteers, who put their heart and soul in helping, are AWESOME. The people who run in the race are friendly and fun. I can walk the course and not feel embarrassed because there are a lot of walkers pulling up the rear with me. There are plenty of snacks to eat after the race. The fastest runners of all age groups get awards! It's a festive event and I would encourage novices and seasoned runners to sign up!
First experience with this race. From start to finish it was a seamless process. Thank you, to all volunteers for great attitudes, energy and willingness to help out!
This was such a well organized and scenic race. I have registered for next year.
Awesome race, my 4th year!
Hands down - most efficiently run race I have ever participated in. From packet pickup, to parking, to the shuttle and exit — exceptional logistical planning!!
This was my first LDM participation and I will definitely be back next year!
This is my 6th year doing the race, I love it!
Fun event!
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