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 Tam Ryan
American White Pelican - "Reflected Grace" An American White Pelican curves gracefully as it preens, creating an almost perfect mirror image in the still water.
Location: Gilbert Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, non-captive
Photo by Tam Ryan
American White Pelicans - "Morning Gathering". Four American White Pelicans gather on the quiet pond as the first morning light paints the water in shimmering gold.
Location: Gilbert Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, non-captive
Photo by Tam Ryan
American White Pelicans - "The Great Relocation" - Moving to a more lucrative fishing spot in the pond.
Location: Gilbert Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch - non captive
Photo by Tam Ryan
Snowy Egret - “You Talkin’ to Me?” Apparently, I had the nerve to interrupt this Snowy Egret during a very serious moment. The expression says, “Do you mind? I'm busy!"
Location: Gilbert Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, non-captive
Photo by Tam Ryan
Snowy Egret - This Snowy Egret clearly has some strong opinions! With feathers flying, bill wide open, and one eye fixed on me, I may have interrupted an important conversation with the fish.
Location: Gilbert Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, non-captive
Photo by Marcus W. Reinkensmeyer
Amidst a February storm, the Grand Canyon is laced in fresh white show. The snow and shifting skies add a sense of intrigue to this majestic view of canyon formations.
Location: Grand Canyon National Park, South Rim, Arizona
Photo by Marcus W. Reinkensmeyer
Our photo trek to the Superstition Mountains was interrupted by a fierce storm; a 50 year flood and State of Emergency. This image was one of our last, captured near Lost Dutchman State Park.
Location: Near Lost Dutchman State Park Entrance, Apache Junctions, Arizona
Photo by Marcus W. Reinkensmeyer
Touches of the early autumn color palette grace Oak Creek Canyon at Grasshopper Point, Sedona, Arizona.
Location: Grasshopper Point
Photo by Mark A Koster
"Mama" Quail and her 4 Chicks posing on a stack of pallets in the parking lot at SCC
Location: Scottsdale Community College
Photo by Marcus W. Reinkensmeyer
This image was captured as a time exposure, with manual movements of the camera's zoom lens. It was a last resort, after hours of fighting the wind on a flower covered mountainside in Flagstaff.
Location: Mountainside Near Sunset Crater, Flagstaff, Arizona
Photo by Marcus W. Reinkensmeyer
A bit of rock hopping brings us to this tranquil scene at Oak Creek. Here, we're graced with the sights and sounds of crystal clear waters rushing downstream. Another memorable day in Sedona!
Location: Oak Creek, Sedona, Arizona
Photo by Tam Ryan
Great Egret - "After the Strike" Moments after a determined pursuit through the pond, this Great Egret emerged with its prize. Its long plumes remain spiked from the excitement of the catch.
Location: Gilbert Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch, non-captive