Snow In Old Town, Riverfront: Virginia Photo Contest Submissions

Whether you're at your favorite park in your hometown or on a getaway to the beach or the mountains, there are plenty of picture-perfect places around Virginia.

And you don't have to be a professional photographer to capture some beautiful scenery. In fact, your fellow Patch readers have shared some impressive photos for our May photo contest.

Here are some of our favorites:

Old Town Alexandria

Alexandria resident Juliette Kopp submitted this stunning image of Old Town in the snow. "I've lived in Old town for the past seven years and every day I find something new to love about these cobbled stone streets and colorful row homes. This beautiful city is even more magical when blanketed in heavy snow."

Riverbend Regional Park, Great Falls

Vienna resident Rachel Sitta took this photo during the annual Riverbend Bluebell Festival. "The Park has something for everyone-Eagles nesting, Bluebell walk, beautiful vistas, well kept trails, and the list goes on!"

Caledon State Park, King George

Woodbridge resident Lindsay Krueger visited this riverfront park for the first time in April. "It was an easy hike to the beach we loved the scenery and animals we saw along the way. Once at the beach, we were able to enjoy the water by ourselves, even seeing bald eagles! My 4 year old had a blast and we can't wait to to back again."

And here's one from your editor...

Navy-Merchant Marine Memorial at Lady Bird Johnson Park, Arlington

This image was taken near the Navy-Merchant Marine Memorial honoring sailors who died at sea during World War I. The park along the Potomac River is a lovely place to walk especially when the flowers are blooming. There's hardly a better place to see the DC monuments from Virginia.

If you've snapped a picture of a cool place on vacation or your hometown, we want to see it. You could win a $50 e-gift card by sending Patch a photo of your favorite place around Virginia.

Just fill out the "Submit your best photos of Virginia" form below and email your photo submission to Emily.Leayman@patch.com. Enter through May 31. The winner will be notified by email on June 1.

If you cannot see the form, click here.

Main image by Juliette Kopp