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Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon

Pilots and Swimmers near the Rock

If the idea of swimming 1.5 miles from Alcatraz to Aquatic Park sounds like a nice little warm-up, you might want to consider our annual Dolphin Club "Escape from Alcatraz" Triathlon.

Held once a year in October, this is the "granddaddy" of all Escapes. You must be a six-month member of the Dolphin Club or South End Club to participate, and you should know what you're getting into!

You'll start by jumping off a ferryboat and swimming from Alcatraz to Aquatic Park. (Remember: Dolphins never wear wetsuits or use fins) A quick transition, then a 14-mile bike ride over the Golden Gate Bridge to Mill Valley.

From there you'll run the Dipsea Trail over Mount Tamalpais to Stinson Beach, turn around, and run back to Mill Valley, for a total of 13 miles. There are plenty of aid stations along the way. You may team up and do the Escape as a relay if you prefer.

Afterward, there is a celebratory dinner at the Dolphin Club where you may claim your official Escape from Alcatraz belt buckle.