Annual Amateur Photo Contest
Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve’s 19th Annual Amateur Photo Contest to launch on November 22.
Olivenhain Municipal Water District and its partner, Escondido Creek Conservancy, host an annual amateur photo contest each year. Winners are selected from the categories of Water Scenery, Scenic View, Plants, Animals, Youth Photographer (age 15 and under), and People’s Choice; one photo will also be selected for the coveted Best in Show award.
Winning photographers will be recognized by OMWD’s Board of Directors, and are eligible for prizes from various sponsors. Prizes include $100 cash from Escondido Creek Conservancy, San Diego Zoo and California Wolf Center passes, gear from REI, and a 24″ x 36″ canvas print from PC Photo! Additionally, select winning submissions will be displayed at the Elfin Forest Interpretive Center Honoring Susan J. Varty.
The nineteenth annual amateur photo contest will run from November 22, 2025 through 11:00 p.m. on April 26, 2026. There is no fee to enter.
Please view the complete contest rules. For more information, contact our rangers via email or by calling 760-632-4212.
