Northwest Exposure

The 2020 Northwest Exposure Photo Contest is now open! Enter your photos here.



Northwest Exposure is WTA's annual photo contest that celebrates outdoor photography and the community of hikers that explore Washington's trails. The 2020 contest will run from August 17 to October 18 and features five categories. Winners in each category will receive incredible prizes from our sponsors and will also be featured online and in our annual calendar.

Contest Categories

Northwest Exposure features five categories with prizes awarded for the top 3 photos in each category. A grand prize will also be awarded for the best overall photo. The 2020 categories are:

Trailscapes: Winding trails and the incredible landscapes they take you through. Photos from your local park or green space are encouraged!



Hikers in Action: In camp or on trail , capture the experience of people enjoying the outdoors.

Trail Family: Show us the faces of the people you love to hike with.

Show us the faces of the people you love to hike with. Flora and Fauna: Woods, wildflowers and all things four-legged and furry. This category will be judged in part by public voting online.

Instagram: Show us how you hike by following Show us how you hike by following @washingtontrails and using the tag #nwexposure2020 . Photos must be uploaded to Instagram and tagged between August 17, 2020 and October 18, 2020 to be eligible to win prizes.

For more info check out the contest rules, FAQ, and prizes.

Looking for tips on capturing a winning shot? Check out this advice from photo contest judges.