Missouri DNR Photo Contest Winners Announced for 2025

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asked amateur photographers to capture the beauty found in Missouri for a contest this past summer.

Out of a total of 410 entries, the DNR chose the best photos to take first, second and third places, as well as honorable mention, in three categories: Natural Resources, Unique Places and People Enjoying Missouri’s Natural Resources.

The DNR congratulated the winning photographers and all those who participated in the contest.

You can see the top photographs selected in each category and learn about the 2026 MoDNR Photo Contest by visiting the MoDNR Photo Contest webpage.

The 13th Annual Missouri DNR Photo Contest will open April 1, 2026.

Amateur photographers of all ages may enter the 2026 Missouri DNR Photo Contest, hosted by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

The contest offers you the opportunity to capture your favorite moments in Missouri’s rich natural and cultural resources and share them for all to enjoy. The contest runs April 1 through Sept. 1 each year.

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The department will feature photograph submissions on our website, social media and various displays. So, grab your camera, capture the moment and submit your entries. Thank you for helping capture Missouri’s natural and cultural resources, the DNR said.

Capture Missouri’s outstanding natural resources by submitting your photos in the following categories:

Natural Resources: This category includes photographs of Missouri’s air, landscapes and waterways.
Unique Places: This category includes photographs taken within one of Missouri’s state parks and historic sites. For a list of all parks and sites visit Missouri State Parks.
People Enjoying Missouri’s Outdoors: This category includes photographs of people spending time enjoying and exploring Missouri’s great outdoors.
Here are the contest rules for 2026.