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24th Annual Lost Dutchman races return to Apache Junction in February
Five nonprofit events have locally donated more than $900K
Lost Dutchman Marathon
The 26.2-mile marathon winds its way through Gold Canyon and proceeds along scenic back roads to the finish line in Prospector Park in Apache Junction.
Lost Dutchman Marathon
The shorter races originate from and return to Prospector Park in Apache Junction.
Lost Dutchman Marathon
The shorter races originate from and return to Prospector Park in Apache Junction.
By Rick Hardina | Lost Dutchman Races board member
The 24th annual Lost Dutchman Marathon, half marathon, 10K and 8K trail run return to Apache Junction and Gold Canyon on Sunday, Feb. 16.
A 2-mile fun run/walk will take place in Apache Junction on Saturday morning, Feb. 15. Runners are welcome to participate in the 26.2-mile marathon, while walkers and runners are welcome to register for any of the shorter distances.
All proceeds from the five nonprofit Lost Dutchman race events will benefit many local youth groups and organizations. To date, since its establishment in 2002, the Lost Dutchman races have contributed more than $900,000 to these causes.
Start line for the 26.2 mile marathon will be at the Peralta Trailhead in Gold Canyon. The 26.2-mile marathon winds its way through Gold Canyon and proceeds along scenic back roads to the finish line in Prospector Park in Apache Junction. The shorter races originate from and return to Prospector Park in Apache Junction.
All race registrants receive post-race refreshments and a long-sleeved Lost Dutchman T-shirt. In addition, all finishers in the marathon, half marathon, 10k, and 8k trail run will receive a colorful high-quality finisher medal.
Those interested in participating in any of the events may register on the Lost Dutchman Marathon website: www.lostdutchmanmarathon.org.
Those wishing to volunteer for the race events may join our race team on the same website.
