Arizona Wildlife Photo Contest

Now Accepting Entries for the Arizona Wildlife Photo Contest

Submissions accepted through 5 p.m. on Aug. 14, 2026.

As the inland state with the most species of native wildlife — more than 800 — there are ample opportunities to capture unique moments whether it’s while hiking, fishing, taking a walk in your neighborhood or on a scenic road trip. Pictured here: 2025’s best-in-show photo of a great egret by Tyler Hartung.

Enter your wildlife photos

Celebrate the 20th year of the Arizona wildlife photo contest by entering your favorite Arizona wildlife photos. One best in show and 11 winners will be featured in the 2027 calendar, published in the November/December 2026 issue of Arizona Wildlife Views. This is your chance to have your photography featured on the cover of the magazine!

With more than 800 species of native wildlife, Arizona offers endless opportunities to capture incredible animals and stunning habitats through photography. All entries must feature wildlife native to Arizona and be photographed in Arizona settings. The contest opens in mid-June and closes at 5 p.m. on Aug. 14.

We’re partnering with Arizona Highways to provide an easy way to submit photographs. Use the online form to submit your Arizona wildlife photos. Each contestant may submit a maximum of three photographs, which must be uploaded as separate submissions through the form.

Please review the Official Rules prior to entering. Entrants are responsible for complying with the Official Rules or may result in disqualification. This contest is for images of Arizona wildlife. All photos must depict wildlife native to and found in Arizona, and all photos must have been taken in Arizona settings.

The deadline is 5 p.m. (Arizona time) on Aug. 14, 2026.

Winners will be announced online at www.azgfd.gov/photocontest and www.arizonahighways.com after Nov. 1, 2026.

View the list of past wildlife photo contest winners.

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