Picture Hocking Hills

Calling all photographers:

Capture the essence of Hocking Hills by joining us on May 16-18th, 2025, for a photo contest based in Hocking Hills, Ohio!

This contest is limited to 70 photographers, and registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis. The cost is $50 due at the time of registration. All proceeds go to the Friends of the Hocking Hills State Park. Expert judges will choose winners from the following categories: Landscape, People, Flora and Fauna, and a Wild Card. There will be an amateur and professional photographer division. Each photographer can submit a total of 3 photos and choose which category or categories they wish to submit. Light editing will be permitted, and files must be submitted via JPEG. Rules and guidelines are posted below.

This is a fun and light-hearted competition. If you are looking for intense competition, this may not be the right event for you.

Prizes are $100 for the best photo in each category for each division. The grand prize is $500 for the best overall photo in the competition!

Accommodations are not provided so we recommend booking soon! For more info on cabins, glamping, camping, and more, click here.

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Rules and Policies

Judging Rubric

Editing Policy