Lost Dutchman Marathon 2025
We think Lost Dutchman Marathon is a terrific event, but don't just take our word for it. Every year we get lots of positive feedback. See what runners from around the country have had to say about our race.
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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.
This desert gem ALWAYS delivers--everything, and I mean everything is taken care of--start to finish--way to rock another LDM!!
The view on this course was amazing! Definitely one of my favorite races so far. Since the course is fairly remote, the drum line and the other stops with music were great energizers.
What a wonderfully organized marathon! The views were spectacular. The aid stations were so encouraging...and the community involvement was incredible. I've run 15 marathons and this one is definitely in the top 3! What a unforgettable experience!
This is a fantastic race - from the volunteer staff, race support, fast course, gorgeous weather, striking views - 10/10 would recommend!
Love this race! This was my 9th year running it, so I'll be back next year for sure!
This race was extremely well organized, friendly, and fun!
A morning run with a scenic backdrop right behind you whats more to ask
Well run race, beautiful course and amazing staff of volunteers to make it all come together.
Awesome 10K run. The scenery of the Superstition Mountains is beautiful. Always a very good organized race.
I loved this event and would recommend to anyone who wants a great weekend run that is an all around great experience.
I do one run a month and the LDM is the best organized event of the year. Recommend 100%.
I feel like I couldn't have picked a better race for my first marathon! The team did a great job with all the logistics and the route was beautiful!
The best race in Arizona - beautiful views with the friendliest volunteers, police officers and crowd.
The Lost Dutchman Marathon is the best small race that I have experienced in many years - dramatic scenery in the desert, superb organization, and enthusiastic staff and volunteers. I will definitely run again next year
The 8k trail run should not be missed. Running toward the Sups makes for some great photo ops.
Amazing organized run. The 8K trail run is my favorite!!
I have been running this race since the inaugural event. Started with full marathons, then switched to halves. I had an open heart surgery in December, so I decided to run 8k trail run. Time was crap, but I felt like a boss/
This is a very well organized and well planned event. Well worth the drive out here.
The LDM is one of my favorite races and the only Marathon course I have completed. Y'all and the volunteers do an AMAZING job. I cannot run #7 next year with my Hubby and Bestie
Super well organized. Excellent aid stations and tons of volunteers.
Loved the start of the marathon, and various points of the race provided great mountain views. The volunteers were all very friendly and encouraging!
This is my favorite race, beautiful course, well support, well organized. The first half of the Half Marathon is particularly stunning, sunrise over Superstition Mountain.
The volunteer support was outstanding. I think there were more volunteers than runners and everyone was so friendly.
Such a well run race and such awesome volunteers
Awesome! Well planned!
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
Most organized run in AZ, and best shirts too!
Great event! I do this run every year!
You want a big finisher medal? The LDM provides the best finisher medals I've ever gotten! Big, heavy, flashy, and fun!
One of the best marked races I've run
This is our third Lost Dutchman event. The last two years we did the 8K Trail. I'm sure we'll do it again! Such a fun event and such gorgeous scenery! All of your hard work is appreciated!!
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!
We enjoyed the entire experience!
This was my first race. I walked the half marathon. I was there with several friends doing other races. The race was well organized, the staff was very supportive and it was a fun atmosphere! I will try this again and hopefully run some next time!
Great race and lots of volunteers, seemless and fun day!
Great time! Well organized!
The volunteers were great!! Made the race much more enjoyable.
One of my favorite races! From start to finish it is a wonderfully organized event on a beautiful course! Much appreciation to the volunteers who make it run so smoothly! I look forward to the LDM every year!
What a fantastic race! Exceptional organization and wonderful scenery!
I've done 1 run a month in the valley and this is the best organized event of the year. Recommended 100%
Come for the run and enjoy the view while you do it!
Great organization.
Beautiful course and well put together adventure through Arizona! Definitely a can't miss marathon if you are trying to complete one in every state!
Outstanding Race, well run, beautiful weather, excellent people.
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!
Great experience. I was in the marathon and every aspect of it was well thought out and the volunteers were fantastic. The warming fires at the start line were appreciated. The scenery running against the Superstitions and into Gold Canyon are a perfect distraction from the grind.
It was my first marathon experience! It couldn't have been better. It was such a breeze all the way through and so much fun! I'll definitely do it again!
Such a fun race, ran smoothly and was well organized!
Great Marathon, well put together. Thank you
Great course and a week ran event
One of the better-organized races that I have run. Lost Dutchman is a real pleasure.
Beautiful Day for a Marathon. Loved the buses and campfires that kept us warm prerace.
Very organized event! Made running easy!
The Lost Dutchman Marathon was an incredible experience! The course was beautiful, the organization was seamless, and the support from volunteers and the running community made it truly special. A huge thank you to Liz L and the rest of Apache Junction Parks and Recreation for putting together such a well-executed event. Their hard work and dedication did not go unnoticed. Every detail was thoughtfully planned, and it made the race enjoyable from start to finish. The aid stations were well-stocked, the signage was clear, and the overall atmosphere was so welcoming. I'm already looking forward to next year. Thank you for making it such a memorable race!
The Lost Dutchman is always one of the most enjoyable and well-organized running events of the year - definitely one of my favorites!
So beautiful! Had everything I could've hoped for and more!
Beautiful scenery and a community of the friendliest people around!
This the most organized, most beautiful race I've ever participated in. This year was my 12th year doing this race and I already registered for next year: I love everything about it!
The sunrise and opening miles of the Lost Dutchman Marathon are truly a surreal experience!
Beautiful course and loved the frequency of the water stops in the half
Always my favorite race of the year!
Kristie and the crew of volunteers always make this race a great experience. I will keep running it as long as I can keep runningā€¦.GREAT JOB EVERYBODY!
Races for all ages and levels. Enjoy the sunrise over the Superstition Mountains ā€¼ļø Come enjoy the fun š¤©
Nice Race and Fun to Do
Great race!
Every aspect of the run was well organized with enthusiastic volunteers. Good job!
Great Event!
Such a well organized fun run.
Great event! It was well organized and there were plenty of aid stations.
Love this race!
Awesome event!
The 8 k trail run is my favorite race. Beautiful views and course.
What a beautiful, well organized, locally operated race! I've run the full and half several times and it never disappoints.
What a smooth experience! The event was well-organized from start to finish.
This was a gorgeous run on a beautiful day. The people of AJ were so kind and helpful along the entire way. I will be back next year!
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!
Such a cool event.
Great organized event!!
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!
Always a great experience every year
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!
Nice marathon with great views.
One of the smoothest run, well organized, easy to park, starts and ends at predictable time, awesome weather, good organizers.
This was such a well organized and scenic race. I have registered for next year.
Love this race! It's a challenge, but it's also all kinds of fun with a view of the mountains and a more leisure and still very badass crowd!
Awesome race, my 4th year!
This was my second 8k trail run. It is one of the best organized races I have been to. From parking to the shuttle bus, bag drop, the race and post race was run very efficiently and smoothly. The volunteers are incredibly helpful. A water station you pass twice was perfectly located. The run itself is very scenic watching the sun come up over the mountains.
Hands down - most efficiently run race I have ever participated in. From packet pickup, to parking, to the shuttle and exit - exceptional logistical planning!!
The Lost Dutchman Marathon and Half are the best I've done. The course is great, the views are wonderful, and all the logistics always run smoothly. Cheers to doing it again!
8k trail run was so much fun! Loved the views and can't wait for the next one!
Great race! Very well organized. Local support is amazing. Starting off socializing by the fires in the dark was super fun and memorable. All the local groups contributing were great (HAM club/dons/sheriffs/etc).
This was my first LDM participation and I will definitely be back next year!
Beautiful course!
Great route, with some fun rolling hills!!
The organization of this race was superb!
This is Arizona, Saguaros, Jumping Cactus, Mountain Views!
The event was good. Appreciate the volunteers.
This is Arizona's premiere marathon! From organization and logistics to the finish line, everything is planned for and exceptionally executed!
Couldn't ask for a better first marathon experience! Was a well organized event with epic views!
Love this race! It's become our annual family event!! Thank you!!
This is my 6th year doing the race, I love it!
Fun, yet challenging race!
Amazing race from bus pick up all the way through the finish line!
This marathon is unique to the location and the energy from the volunteers. I love that it has downhill and uphills to mix it up. Makes it more challenging for certain. However, you signed up for the marathon, better be ready for it to not be easy!! The Superstition Mountains being in view the entire time, and the favorable weather for the early hours of the marathon are fantastic. I will be doing this race for many years to come.
Fun event!
Rick the start line announcer is great.
Feedback Welcome
We welcome and encourage your feedback on our event. We read everything and seriously consider all advice and criticism with the objective of making the Lost Dutchman Marathon better every year.
Nearly all feedback is published to our web site, however we may not post angry comments about specific isolated instances or those strictly offering advice. Editing is limited to cosmetic changes. You can use our post race survey, online contact form or send an e-mail directly to me: Kristie Falb.
Kristie Falb - Race Director