Meet our 2025 winners of the California State Parks Foundation Photo Contest
The 2025 California State Parks Foundation Photo Contest has come to a close — and what an incredible celebration of California’s natural beauty it’s been.
This year, thousands of photographers and park lovers across the state shared their favorite moments in nature, from misty redwoods and golden coastlines to historic landmarks and wildlife encounters. Each photo tells a story of connection, care, and discovery in our state parks.
We’re excited to announce the five category winners whose photographs best captured the diversity and spirit of California’s state parks.
To everyone who submitted a photo this year, thank you for sharing your creativity and perspective. Whether you ventured out on a solo hike, explored a new park with friends and family, or paused to capture a fleeting moment of wildlife, your photos remind us why these places matter.
We’ll be featuring these stunning images and many more from this year’s contest in our upcoming 2027 California State Parks Foundation calendar.
When you become a member, you’ll receive your own calendar and help support ongoing work to restore habitats, maintain trails, and ensure that everyone can experience the joy of California’s state parks.
Join our member community and receive the 2027 California State Parks Foundation calendar featuring photos from this year’s contest.
Exploring California’s state parks this year? You could be our next California State Parks Foundation Photo Contest winner. See the categories, rules, and regulations, and plan to submit your photos in 2026!
