Scenic America, an organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the visual character of America’s landscapes and communities, announced the winners of the 2023 “America the Beautiful” Photo Contest.
The annual competition celebrates the beauty and diversity of the America’s scenic treasures. The Best in Show photo was taken in Door County and the first runner up photo was taken in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
With participants from all corners of the United States, the contest attracted a wealth of remarkable entries that vividly portray the natural wonders, historic sites, and vibrant communities that make the country unique.
Sue Mangan took a the Best in Show photo titled “Curves” in Door County. She wrote: “This photo was taken along Rt. 42 in Door County WI. The road is heading east in this photo from Gills Rock to Northport Ferry Terminal. It is an iconic and well photographed place. It has often been said that Jens Jensen, the noted nature architect, influenced this design. While that may or may not be true, the curves do make one slow down and admire the view. This photo was taken on an October morning as the leaves glowed from the rising sun.”
The first runner up photo titled “Sylvania Wilderness” was taken by Larry Farley. No description for the photo was provided, but it shows a paddler in a canoe on a lake in the Sylvania Wilderness which borders Wisconsin in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
“We were astounded by the exceptional quality and creativity displayed by the photographers who entered this year’s ‘America the Beautiful’ Photo Contest,” said Mark Falzone, President of Scenic America. “These captivating images remind us of the incredible beauty that surrounds us in every corner of this country. We hope that these photographs inspire all Americans to cherish and protect the scenic treasures that make our nation so special.”
The winning photographs will be featured in Scenic America’s upcoming publications and shared on its website and social media channels.
For more information about Scenic America and to view all of the winning photographs, visit scenic.org/photo-contest.
