Submit your Photos

1. There is a limit of 40 entries per individual.

2. Who is eligible: Legal residents of the 50 United States and D.C., and are at least 18 years of age and of the age of majority or older in the state of their residence at the time of entry.

3. Who is not eligible: Employees of the participating agencies, sponsors, and their family members are not eligible to win prizes.

4. All photographs must be taken on State Park lands managed by America's State Parks between May 12, 2023 and July 18, 2025. Contest entries are accepted until July 18, 2025 11:59 p.m. ET. Winners will be contacted by phone or email. The winner announcement will take place by December 31, 2025.

5. Photos will be judged by the following criteria: (i) originality, (ii) artistic composition, (iii) technical quality, and (iv) whether the photograph showcases the best of the America’s State Parks camping and outdoor activities.

6. Photograph(s) submitted online must be submitted in .JPG format. No AI generated images, alteration, collages, or manipulation of photographs is permitted, except for cropping, red eye removal, and/or adjustment of contrast and brightness. However, photographic techniques such as HDR, light-painting, and long exposures are allowed.

7. Photographs with any watermarks, writing, or symbols of any kind will be rejected.

8. Share the fun! Have your friends and family vote for their favorite photos to be included in the Fan Favorite finalist selection.

9. View Official Rules