Long considered the pinnacle of swimming achievement, swimmers flock from all parts of the world to take on the 1.5 mile swim from just off the shores of Alcatraz Island over to the sands of Crissy Beach. Those that choose to tempt fate and embark on this swimming adventure find the swim to be exhilirating, breath taking (literally at the moment you jump off the boat) and a once in a lifetime experience. This is your year to step up and take on the Alcatraz Challenge!