Escape the Cape Triathlon 2027

The 14th Annual Stampone O'Brien Dilsheimer Holloway Escape the Cape Triathlon is the ONLY triathlon on the East Coast featuring an unforgettable 12-foot Ferry Boat Jump Start. Set against the stunning backdrop of Cape May-Lewes Ferry in beautiful Lower Township, NJ, Escape the Cape delivers an athlete experience unlike anything else in triathlon from the moment you leap from the ferry to the electric finish line celebration. Whether you're a seasoned triathlete, first timer, or somewhere in between, there’s a race for everyone. Race options include Sprint Distance (Triathlon, Aquabike, Relay), Olympic Distance (Triathlon, Aquabike, Relay), and a 1 Mile Open Water Swim. The event includes a custom finisher medal, long sleeve tech competitor shirt, real-time race results, live athlete tracking, post-race breakfast buffet, safe & closed race courses, adventurous beach run sections, and a high energy finish line experience. This is the race you've heard about, the legendary, one-of-a-kind 12-foot jump from the Cape May–Lewes Ferry. Your adventure begins with an unforgettable leap into the Delaware Bay, followed by a stunning bike course that winds through Cape May's scenic views, quiet back roads, and coastal countryside before returning to transition.