Photography

Top photos from every year

2025

So far…

Three people in balaclavas standing near a snowy cave entrance, surrounded by a forest. One person in a pink balaclava is taking a selfie. Snow covers the ground and trees in the background.
Cave entrance with a person rappelling down, showcasing layered rock formations and icicles, with a view of trees above.
Cave with a large vertical opening, featuring a person in red gear rappelling down and another standing on the ground. Light streams through the opening, illuminating the rocky walls and debris below.
View from the bottom of a vertical cave shaft looking up towards the sky, with rock layers surrounding the opening and some sunlight filtering through.
A climber descending into a deep, narrow cave with rugged rock walls, illuminated by a light source from above.
View from inside a cave looking up at the sky through a narrow opening, with a person rappelling down and tree branches visible.
Close-up of a small brown bat hanging upside down in a cave.
Person standing in a dimly lit cave with reflective water on the floor, surrounded by stalactites and rugged rock formations.
Person standing in a dimly lit cave, illuminated by a light source reflecting on the water, surrounded by rocky walls and formations.
A person wearing a caving helmet and backpack exploring a large underground cave with rocky walls and formations. The cave floor is partially submerged in water.
A person wearing caving gear sits near a waterfall in a lush forested area. The waterfall cascades over moss-covered rocks surrounded by dense greenery and ferns. The scene is serene and natural.
Person repelling in a cave with dramatic lighting highlighting rock formations.
Caver descending into a large, illuminated cave shaft with a rope, surrounded by textured rock walls.
Two people in caving gear outside a vehicle, with trees in the background. One person is wearing a blue helmet with a headlamp, while the other sits in the back of a vehicle wearing red overalls.
Person exploring a cave with stalactites and stalagmites
Cave interior with stalactites hanging from the ceiling and a person exploring with a flashlight. The cave is dimly lit, highlighting the natural rock formations.
A serene river flowing through a lush, green forest with sunlight filtering through the leaves.
Aerial view of a river with flowing water creating a wavy pattern, displaying shades of blue and white with sunlight reflections.
A dog stands in a shallow river surrounded by lush green trees.
Open green field with a scattering of yellow wildflowers, bordered by trees. A mountain is visible in the distance under a partly cloudy blue sky. A wire fence runs along the foreground.
A person wearing an orange shirt standing near a blue-green body of water, surrounded by lush green vegetation, in a nature setting.
A small wooden cabin with a metal roof surrounded by dense green forest and overgrown grass. A path leads to the cabin through the lush foliage. A dog is sitting in the grass, facing the cabin. Trees extend upwards, framing the scene with bright gree
Forest floor with a large mushroom and a rotting tree stump surrounded by leaves and plants.
Person in orange shirt and khaki shorts standing in a forest holding a phone, with a backpack and surrounded by trees and greenery.
A vibrant pink waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area, surrounded by lush green foliage, with a person in an orange shirt sitting at the top of the waterfall.
Person hiking near a large rock formation in a lush green forest
A lush forest scene with a small waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by dense green foliage. A large fallen tree trunk is laid diagonally across the landscape, while natural sunlight filters through the trees overhead.
A wide landscape view of a wetland area with sparse vegetation, reflecting sunlight under a partly cloudy sky. The scene is bordered by a line of green trees and distant hills.
Scenic landscape of a calm lake with a reflection of the cloudy sky above, surrounded by lush green trees and distant hills under a partly cloudy sky.
Caver exploring a cave with stalactites visible on the ceiling.
Two people wearing helmets stand inside a large, dimly lit cave with steep rock walls and natural light shining through an opening at the top. The ground is rocky and wet, with a tree trunk leaning inside the cave. The scene is dramatic and adventuro
A spider-like insect with long legs on a textured and rocky cave wall.
Person exploring inside a dimly lit cave, kneeling on a rocky surface. Light shines in from an opening, illuminating textured cave walls.
Aerial view of a brightly lit cave or sinkhole with layered rock formations. The light creates a contrast, highlighting the circular shape and geological features.
Person wearing a helmet and headlamp exploring a dark cave with stalactites and rock formations.
Person exploring a cave with illuminated stalactites and stalagmites, in a dark cavern setting.

2024

Cave entry with two people exploring; waterfall cascading down from above, natural light illuminating the scene.
A dog wearing sunglasses sitting on a minibike with a person in a red shirt on a dirt path, surrounded by trees.
Person exploring a cave with stalactites and a flashlight
A man standing in a room filled with guns displayed on walls and a table. The room is well-lit with hexagonal lights on the ceiling. Various firearms, including rifles and shotguns, are mounted on pegboards on three walls. The table is cluttered with
Cave interior with explorer in silhouette standing near rocky formations, illuminated by artificial light.
Interior of a cave with stalactites and stalagmites, rocky formations, and a person exploring. The cave is illuminated by artificial light.
Caver climbing in a cave with harness and ropes, illuminated shaft of light above.
Person exploring a brightly lit cave, surrounded by rock formations, seen from behind. "Cantrell Caving" logo in the corner.
Cave interior with rough rock formations and explorers wearing helmets and headlamps.
A person caving in a narrow passageway of a cave, using climbing gear and ropes for safety, with rugged rock formations and dim light.
Two cavers exploring a large underground cave with layered rock formations, one pointing upward and both wearing helmets with lights.
Cave explorer navigating tight passage with stalactites.
Person exploring a large, illuminated cave with rugged rock formations and tall ceilings, holding a flashlight.
Silhouette of a person sitting inside a dimly lit cave, with stalactites hanging from the ceiling.
Silhouette of a person rappelling in a cave near a waterfall
Two cavers in a cave with a waterfall, wearing helmets with lights and protective gear, surrounded by stalactites and cave formations.
Caver exploring a rocky cave interior
Outdoor porch at night with two people, gear storage, string lights, and a "Lonesome Dove" sign.
Person wearing a headlamp in a cave, with water dripping from the rocky ceiling.
Two people exploring a cave with stalactites and stalagmites illuminated by flashlight.
Person ascending inside a large cave with ropes and climbing gear.
Silhouette of a person rappelling inside a large cavern with light streaming in from above, illuminating the rock walls.
Interior of a dark cave with a climber illuminated by light from above, rocky walls visible.
Cave explorer rappelling into a deep, illuminated cavern with rocky walls.
Two people wearing helmets and headlamps exploring a cave with rocky walls.
Caver exploring a narrow cave passage with helmet and headlamp.
Cave explorers wearing headlamps and protective gear navigating a narrow, rocky cavern.
A rustic wooden door with a handwritten sign that reads "Keep This Place Clean And That Means You!" attached to it. The door has a metal latch, and the wood shows signs of wear and age.
Two people sitting on rocks beside a small stream in a lush, green forest.
A small waterfall with bright green water flowing over rocks into a cave. Surrounded by lush green foliage and trees in a natural setting.
Cave divers navigating through a narrow, muddy passage with headlights and diving equipment.
Underground cave with muddy walls, partially submerged equipment, water pool, ropes hanging, dim lighting
Cave interior with rock formations and cavers exploring.
Caver exploring a narrow cave passage illuminated by a headlamp, showing intricate rock formations.
A large cave interior with rugged rock formations, illuminated by natural light and a beam of sunlight. A person in caving gear stands near the rock formations, showcasing the scale and depth of the cave. The environment is dimly lit, emphasizing the
Person wearing a helmet rappelling inside a large, rocky cave, with light beams highlighting the rugged surfaces.
Forest with trees and large rocky outcrops surrounded by green foliage.
Person rappelling down a large cave with rugged rock walls and sunlight shining through the opening at the top.
A person descending into a deep cave with rocky walls, illuminated by natural light from an opening above.
Rock climbing bolt anchor secured in a cave wall with visible metal bolt and plate.
Person exploring a large, illuminated cave with rock formations and a bright light source at the bottom.
Cave exploration scene with two silhouetted figures, illuminated rock formations, and colorful light reflections on cavern walls. "Cantrell Caving" logo is visible.
Two cavers in a forest wearing protective gear and helmets shake hands on a rocky path.
Silhouetted caver ascending from a cave with illuminated blue and orange rock formations.
Person illuminated in a deep cave with sunlight streaming from an opening above and rugged rock walls surrounding them.
Cave interior with illuminated rock formations and light entering through an opening.
Caver exploring inside a cave wearing a red helmet and blue coveralls, surrounded by rocky walls and formations.
Vertical cave with narrow opening at the top, sunlight illuminating the rocky walls, climber visible near the entrance, deep shadows below. Credit: Alex Cantrell Caving.
Cave with sunlight streaming through opening
A person stands inside a dimly lit cave, surrounded by towering rock formations. The light creates dramatic shadows on the cave walls, highlighting the textures. The person is facing a bright light source, which casts a glow on the cave floor. There'
Cave with a person rock climbing inside.
Wide view of a large cave interior with a person standing on rocky terrain. The cave walls show layers of textured rock, illuminated by lights. The ceiling has a mix of colors ranging from brown to beige.
Large underground cave with layered rock formations and scattered boulders, illuminated by lights. A person is visible in the foreground for scale.
Cavers exploring a large underground cave with a rocky ceiling feature resembling a dome and scattered stone debris on the ground.
Two people exploring a large cave chamber with stalactites and a textured ceiling, illuminated by artificial light. The cave walls are dark with orange formations in the foreground.
Person with helmet exploring a narrow cave passage, equipped with a headlamp, carrying a backpack. The cave walls are rough and textured, with shadows highlighting the formation features.
A person wearing a helmet looks at white and yellow crystalline formations on a cave ceiling.
Caver in helmet looking at cave formation.
Man wearing helmet with headlamp inside a cave, standing near stalactites on the ceiling.
A person observing a cave formation with white crystals on the ground, under a rocky ceiling.
Caver posing in a cave with orange gloves, helmet, and headlamp next to stalactites.
A dark cave interior with a beam of light illuminating a rock formation. The cave is mostly dark with some visible textures and formations on the walls.
Three people in a cave kneeling beneath a stalactite formation, wearing caving gear and making binocular shapes with their hands.
Cave with a person rappelling down, illuminated by a spotlight, showcasing layered rock formations.
A single beam of light penetrating a dark cave or tunnel, creating a dramatic effect with surrounding darkness.
Cave explorers with caving equipment in a rocky cave
Mountain range with snow peaks under clear blue sky, grassy field with thistle flowers and grazing bison in the foreground.
Large boulders at the base of a rocky cliff surrounded by lush vegetation and trees.
Hiker standing on a dirt trail with green bushes, trees, and a rocky cliffside under a blue sky with clouds.
A man relaxing at a rustic campsite in the woods. The setup includes a stone fire pit with surrounding stone seats, a folding chair, and a small table with a cup on it. The man is laying on a makeshift wooden platform. In the background, there is a t
Person sitting on rocky mountain landscape with distant mountain peaks under clear blue sky.
Cavers exploring an icy cave with ice formations and wearing protective gear.
Two people in caving gear inside a cave, wearing helmets with headlamps, one in a yellow suit reclining on the ground, the other kneeling in a red suit.
Caver wearing a helmet with headlamp exploring a cave with large icicles hanging from the ceiling.
Cliffside with plants growing in a crevice against a rocky surface, night scene.
Group of cavers wearing helmet lamps and suits inside a cave
A group of campers sitting around a stone fire pit in a forest clearing, with tents visible in the background. Various camping gear is scattered around, and the campers are dressed in outdoor clothing.
Two cavers with helmets and headlamps exploring a rocky cave, examining equipment or maps, surrounded by stone walls and formations.
Two hikers with backpacks walking across a grassy meadow with distant mountains under a clear blue sky during sunset.
A cave explorer wearing a helmet with a light stands inside a large, dark cavern with steep rock walls. The person is surrounded by caving gear and appears to be preparing for a descent. The rocky interior of the cave is illuminated by the helmet lig
A large cave entrance set in a rocky cliff face, surrounded by trees and greenery, under a clear blue sky.
Group of cavers in a cave, wearing helmets and headlamps, standing on rocky ground.
Hikers on a rocky and grassy hill with mountains and cloudy sky in the background.
Two rock climbers on a steep cliff, one descending on ropes near the edge, with mountainous landscape in the background.
Three hikers with backpacks standing on a rocky hilltop with mountains and cloudy sky in the background.
Mountain landscape featuring the Teton Range at sunset.
Two hikers with backpacks standing on a rocky mountain landscape with a forest, meadow, and distant peaks under a blue sky with clouds.
Barren landscape with distant rocky mountains under a blue sky with clouds, featuring scattered vegetation and humans in the foreground.
Hiker in yellow shirt with backpack pointing across a rocky plateau with mountainous landscape in the background under a clear blue sky.
Narrow rock crevasse with layered formations and visible sky above.
Rocky mountain landscape with distant peaks and a clear blue sky. Sparse vegetation covers the foreground.
Hiker in rocky mountain landscape with pine trees, small stream, and clear blue sky.
Person exploring a cave with water on the floor, wearing outdoor gear and carrying a backpack.
Person rappelling in cave with water below, wearing caving gear.
Person rappelling down a rocky cave with icy formations.
Silhouette of a person standing in a brightly lit cave with rocky walls and ceiling.
Person wearing yellow caving suit and helmet inside a cave, with ropes and gear, standing next to an orange bag.
Person caving on rocky terrain with safety gear, ropes, and a red bag, in a snowy mountainous area.
A person sitting outdoors on a log wearing hiking gear and sunglasses, holding a small bottle of Mio energy drink and a larger Smartwater bottle. Various hiking and camping supplies, including a hiking pole and backpack, are nearby.
A person hiking on a rocky, snow-dusted hillside under a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
Person wearing headlamp standing in rocky terrain, holding green vegetation, possibly lettuce, with a backpack and hiking pole nearby.
Three people standing by a lake with a mountain in the background, surrounded by trees and clear blue sky.
Hiker standing on rocky summit overlooking mountainous landscape with snowy peaks, blue sky, and scattered clouds.
Mountain landscape at sunset with snow patches, a lake reflecting the sky, and rugged terrain with scattered trees.
A person meditating in front of a campfire at night, surrounded by camping gear, with someone sleeping in a sleeping bag nearby.
Person standing inside a large, rocky cave with a flashlight highlighting the walls.
Two explorers in a dimly lit cave with stalactites, standing near a reflective water pool.
Sunlit cave opening with rock formations
Towering cliff formation with rugged, rocky terrain and sparse vegetation under a clear blue sky. A contrail from an aircraft is visible in the sky.
Scenic view of Grand Canyon cliffs with red rock formations and green vegetation, under a clear blue sky.
Interior of a cave with cavers preparing gear; one person sitting on a mat, surrounded by camping supplies, ropes, and bags, with rocky cave walls in the background.
Three people wearing helmets exploring a cave; illuminated rocky interior with stalactites and stalagmites.
Night sky with stars over rocky cliffs
A rock climber scaling a red rock cliff in the Grand Canyon under a clear blue sky. Rugged terrain and layered rock formations in the background.
A person rappelling down a rocky canyon with a blue sky above and a landscape visible in the distance.
Person exploring a narrow, dimly lit cave passage wearing a helmet and carrying gear, with rugged rock walls surrounding the path.
Rocky mountain peak under a starry night sky.
Two cavers exploring a cave with intricate formations on the ceiling. One caver is illuminated by a headlamp, highlighting the cave's natural features.
Caver exploring a rocky cave passage, wearing a helmet and headlamp.
Person wearing a helmet and gloves exploring a narrow cave passage with rocky and crystalline formations.
A rugged, illuminated canyon at night with starry sky.
Hiker walking on a trail next to tall rocky cliffs under a clear blue sky.
A person explores a cave with stalactites and rock formations, lit by natural light from an opening.
A person in caving gear kneels inside a dimly lit cave, with a backpack beside them. They are facing a large, illuminated rock formation.
Person in caving gear rappelling down inside a large cave with a waterfall and view of sky and trees through the cave opening.
Looking up from inside a cave, silhouette of tree branches against a blue sky.

2023

A dark cave interior with a natural pool of water and rock formations, illuminated by a bright light held by a person wearing caving gear.
Cave entrance with two people rappelling.
Person rappelling inside a large, illuminated cave with textured rock walls.
Person standing inside a large cave with rocky walls and a small body of water, illuminated by artificial light.
Cave interior with two people wearing helmets standing on rocky ground. Illuminated rock formations and stalactites visible on the ceiling.
Cave interior with stalactites and stalagmites
Caver descending into a large rocky cave with bright light shining from the helmet, illuminating the cavern walls.
A person wearing a helmet with a headlamp explores a dimly lit cave, surrounded by rock formations and stalactites.
Silhouette of a caver standing at the entrance of a large, deep cave with a bright headlamp illuminating the stone walls.
Person caving inside a large rocky chamber with flashlight.
Rays of sunlight entering a dark cave, illuminating the rough, textured rock formations inside. The cave walls are jagged and layered, creating an intricate natural pattern.
View from inside a cave looking up at green trees and blue sky
Person standing inside a cave, looking up at a circular opening with sunlight illuminating the rock formations.
View looking up from inside a cave or cavern, showcasing textured rock walls with natural light illuminating the central area in shades of yellow and blue.
Silhouetted person standing in a dimly lit cave with stalactites and stalagmites.
Person exploring a cave with stalactites and stalagmites
Dimly lit cave interior with textured rock formations.
Sunlight streaming through a circular opening in a cave, illuminating the rocky interior walls.
Person exploring a dark cave lit by natural light from an opening above, with wet and rocky walls.
View from inside a dark cave looking out at sunlight and greenery through an opening, with wet, rocky surfaces and water trickling down.
Person standing in front of a wide, arched tunnel entrance in a rocky, wooded area with fallen leaves on the ground.
Person walking through a natural cave or tunnel with a dog, surrounded by rocky walls and some standing water on the ground, leading to a forested area.
Person in red jacket and helmet exploring a cave with stalactites and stalagmites, using a headlamp for illumination.
Person exploring a cave with stalactites and rock formations
Person wearing a helmet standing inside a large cave with rocky terrain and dim lighting.
Interior view of a cave with light entering from an opening at the top, illuminating natural rock formations. A person is rappelling down one side of the cave wall.
Person standing inside a cave with stalactites and stalagmites.
Two people exploring a cave with stalactites and stalagmites, one wearing a helmet with a headlamp, another standing on rocky ground. The cave features dramatic lighting and rock formations.