15th Annual National Park Photo Contest presented by Tamron

We want to see your best national park photos. It’s that time of the year again. Pick your favorite shots taken in America’s national parks and submit them to the 15th National Park Photo Contest presented by Tamron. You may submit up to three photos per category beginning January 28, 2025 until the deadline on August 31, 2025 at 11:59 PM (MT), so start planning some getaways soon to capture your winning photo. We will award a grand prize in each of the three categories: Landscape, Wildlife and Night Skies, plus 10 honorable mentions.

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Win a Tamron Camera Lens, a National Parks Pass and a Chance to Be Published in the National Park Journal

Grand prize winners (one in each category) will get their choice of one Tamron camera lens described below, an REI gift card to be used for an America the Beautiful national parks pass (or adventure gear of choosing), and their winning photo published in an issue of the National Park Journal.

Tamron 150-500mm

Model A057, 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD
Compatible Mounts: Sony E-mount (ARV: $1399), Nikon Z mount (ARV: $1099) or FUJIFILM Z-mount (ARV: $1499)

The Tamron 150-500mm is an ultra-telephoto zoom lens for mirrorless cameras that seamlessly blends high image quality with intuitive, convenient operation. Despite its impressive 500mm focal length, this lens maintains a remarkably light and compact design, measuring just 8.3″ in length and 60.8oz in weight. It features VC image stabilization for sharp handheld ultra-telephoto shots. With a remarkable closest focusing distance, it’s also perfect for striking close-ups. From landscapes to wildlife photography, the TAMRON 150-500mm F/5-6.7 offers versatility for capturing a wide range of subjects with exceptional clarity and ease.

Find more information at tamron-americas.com/product/150-500mm-f-5-6-7-di-iii-vc-vxd

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Tamron 28-300mm

Model A074, 28-300mm F/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD,
Compatible Mounts: Sony E-mount Mirrorless (AVR: $899)

The Tamron 28-300mm F4-7.1 VC is an all-in-one zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame. It achieves a zoom ratio of 10.7x with a length of just 5″ and a weight of only 21.5oz. The lens is equipped with TAMRON’s VC (Vibration Compensation) mechanism to ensure sharp hand-held images when shooting at the 300mm tele end and in low-light. With an MOD of 7.5″ and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2.8 at the wide end, you can enjoy the world of wide macro photography. And it includes a Focus Set Button and a connector port for the dedicated TAMRON Lens Utility™ software to expand the scope of expression for still images and video. With Moisture-Resistant Construction, and protective Fluorine Coating on the front element to round out its compelling features, the new 28-300mm F4-7.1 VC lets users take photos in an extremely wide range situations with just one lens.

Find more information at tamron-americas.com/product/28-300mm-f-4-7-1-di-iii-vc-vxd

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Tamron 50-400mm

Model A067, 50-400mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD
Compatible Mounts: Sony E-mount or Nikon Z mount (ARV: $1299)

The Tamron 50-400mm is the unprecedented, next-level ultra-telephoto zoom. Featuring a stunning 8x zoom ratio, it provides a wide range of focal lengths that covers the standard 50mm and stretches all the way to 400mm at the ultra-telephoto end that offers an unmatched level of versatility. With its wide 50mm starting focal length, full-body shots of subjects like wildlife can be captured in the surrounding environment. The wider end of this unique mirrorless zoom lens is particularly useful for side-line sports, wildlife and other subjects that move closer as you are shooting, allowing you to continue photographing without the need to change lenses. For spectacular results, the precise arrangement of special lens elements effectively delivers uncompromising high image quality throughout the entire 50-400mm zoom range.

Find more information at tamron-americas.com/product/50-400mm-f-4-5-6-3-di-iii-vc-vxd

Not a mirrorless photographer? Winners shooting with Canon or Nikon DSLR cameras will be offered a Tamron lens substitute option based on product availability, ARV up to $1,499.

$80 REI Gift Card for an America the Beautiful Annual Pass

Good for a year’s worth of visits, the annual America the Beautiful Pass covers entrance at federal recreation sites across the country, including all our national parks. Use your REI gift card to purchase the pass, or otherwise fund your adventures. (ARV: $80)

Features

• Covers entrance fees at sites managed by the National Park Service and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
• Covers standard amenity (day-use) fees at sites managed by the USDA Forest Service, Army Corps of Engineers, Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation
• Each pass has one line for a single pass holder to print and sign their name
• At sites that charge per vehicle, it covers the pass holder and all occupants in a personal vehicle
• At sites that charge per person, it covers the pass holder and 3 accompanying adults 16 and over (kids 15 and under get in free)
• Covers entrance or standard amenity fees only
• Does not cover Expanded Amenity or Concessionaire fees such as parking, RV hookups, camping, shuttles, boat launches and guided interpretive tours
• Pass is valid for 1 year from the month of purchase

Find more information at rei.com/product/249853/america-the-beautiful-pass