19th Annual Arizona Highways Online Photo Contest
Photograph by Jeff Kida
TAKE YOUR BEST SHOT
Every month we showcase the most talented photographers in the world. Now it's your turn to join the ranks. Enter your favorite photo in the 2027 Arizona Highways Photography Contest.
Winning photographs will be published online and in the September 2027 issue. In addition, the grand-prize winner will receive accommodations for four nights for two guests at the Circle Z Ranch, a guest ranch in Patagonia, Arizona.
Our contest is open to amateur and professional photographers. All photos must be made in Arizona and fit into the category of Landscape, Wildlife or Macro (close-up).
Please read the OFFICIAL RULES before submitting entries to the contest.
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Photo by Jonathon Isola
A male Northern Cardinal takes flight from a weathered branch at the base of the Santa Rita Mountains near Elephant Head Mountain in southern Arizona. With seeds still in its beak and wings fully exte
Location: Elephant Mountain, Amado, Arizona
Photo by Jonathon Iosla
A male Varied Bunting pauses among the grasses of Madera Canyon, Arizona, its deep violet, blue, and chestnut plumage illuminated by the warm desert light. Surrounded by native vegetation, the image c
Location: Madera Canyon
Photo by Jonathon Isola
A Hooded Oriole perches among the desert foliage near the Santa Rita Mountains in Amado, Arizona. The bird’s brilliant golden plumage and striking black markings stand out against the soft, muted land
Location: Amado, Arizona
Photo by Jonathon Isola
A Green Heron takes flight across the tranquil waters of the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch in Gilbert, Arizona. Captured in the soft early morning light, the warm reflections and gentle movement of
Location: Gilbert, Arizona
Photo by Mark A Koster
A female Belted Kingfisher making Herself be Heard !
Location: Scottsdale
Photo by Mark A Koster
An Adorable Domestic Gosling Striking a Pose !
Location: Chaparral Lake, Scottsdale
Photo by Marcus W. Reinkensmeyer
Celebrating the change of seasons, an autumn collage of leaves afloat a pond at Hart Prairie.
Location: Hart Prairie, Arizona
Photo by Marcus W. Reinkensmeyer
Dancing in the wind, a rich patch of wildflowers at Bartlett Lake, Arizona. If only these lovely Spring scenes could last more than a few weeks in the arid Arizona climate!
Location: Bartlett Lake, Arizona
Photo by Marcus W. Reinkensmeyer
An early morning trek brings us to Chiricahua National Monument, a true geological wonderland of balanced rocks, pinnacles and a rich color palette under soft dawn light.
Location: Chiricahua National Monument
Photo by Marcus W. Reinkensmeyer
Chilly winds usher in warm autumn colors on our hike along the scenic Little Colorado River, Greer, Arizona.
Location: Government Springs Trail, Greer, Arizona
Photo by Mark A Koster
Four Domestic Goslings in a Row in February 2026 !
Location: Chaparral Lake, Scottsdale
Photo by Marcus W. Reinkensmeyer
Early morning canyon wall reflections add a touch of gold to cascading waters at Fossil Creek, Arizona. Here, deep in the canyon, rushing spring waters run crystal clear - a true oasis!
Location: Fossil Creek, Arizona