We received nearly 700 entries in our annual photo contest, perhaps the most ever. It was difficult to narrow it down, but we’ve selected 15 photos here to include in the Hikers’ Choice vote. These photos embody unique or memorable elements of the hiking experience, or struck our eye in a unique way. Please vote only once using the Google Form below. Hikers’ Choice winners, along with the Grand Prize winner and winners of each of the four categories (Hikers, Scenes and Landscapes, Flora and Fauna, and Trail Features) will be announced next week.
Snail on the Long Trail
tough choices
tough choice
Solo Lunch with a View at Skylight Pond, by Rachel Markey
Like Willoughby by Rachael Norton
so many inspired photographs
Lake Willoughby by Rachael Norton
So many great pictures. Vermont is just plain magical!
Absolutely loved scrolling through the 2023 Hiker’s Choice Photo Contest entries! The talent on display is incredible, and each photo perfectly captures the beauty and majesty of the outdoors. It’s difficult to pick a favorite; they all evoke a sense of wanderlust and a deep appreciation for nature. Kudos to all the photographers for their fantastic work. Can’t wait to find out who the winner is!