Louisiana State Parks Seeks Photo Submissions for 2027 Calendar

The state's annual photo contest aims to showcase the natural beauty and experiences of Louisiana's parks and historic sites.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 5:39pm

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An impressionistic, out-of-focus landscape scene in soft, warm tones, conceptually representing the natural scenery and outdoor activities found in Louisiana's state parks.The Louisiana State Parks photo contest aims to showcase the natural beauty and recreational experiences found across the state's network of public lands and historic sites.Shreveport Today

The Louisiana Office of State Parks is holding a photo contest to select images for its 2027 calendar, providing an opportunity for residents and visitors to showcase the natural scenery, history, and activities found across the state's parks and historic sites.

Why it matters

This contest aligns with Louisiana's designation of 2027 as the 'Year of the Outdoors', highlighting the state's efforts to promote tourism and appreciation for its natural resources and public lands.

The details

The photo contest is open to both professional and amateur photographers. Winning images will be featured in the 2027 Louisiana State Parks calendar, which is distributed widely across the state. Participants can submit up to 5 photos taken at any Louisiana state park or historic site.

  • The photo contest submission period is open from April 1 to September 30, 2026.
  • The 2027 Louisiana State Parks calendar featuring the winning photos will be released in December 2026.

The players

Louisiana Office of State Parks

The state agency responsible for managing and promoting Louisiana's network of state parks, historic sites, and public lands.

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What they’re saying

“This is a great opportunity to celebrate Louisiana's 'Year of Outdoors' by highlighting the scenery, history and experiences found in our state parks and historic sites.”

— Louisiana Office of State Parks

What’s next

The Louisiana Office of State Parks will announce the winning photos in November 2026, and the 2027 calendar featuring the selected images will be released in December 2026 for distribution across the state.

The takeaway

The Louisiana State Parks photo contest provides residents and visitors an engaging way to showcase the natural beauty and recreational opportunities found across the state's public lands, aligning with the 'Year of the Outdoors' designation and promoting tourism and appreciation for Louisiana's outdoor spaces.