101 THINGS TO DO

City Photo Contest 23

Santaquin City hosts a photo contest throughout the year, with a winner decided each month. At the end of the year, an overall winner for the year is announced. Entrants can win gift cards or money off their utility bill. Contestants must live in Santaquin or within a 10-mile radius of the Santaquin City limits. For complete submission rules and deadlines, scan the QR code.

Hometown Market 24

The Payson Santaquin Area Chamber of Commerce will present the Santaquin Hometown Market & Sounds of Santaquin on Monday evenings from 6 to 8:30 p.m. beginning June 26 and continuing through August. Held at Centennial Park, 300 W. 100 South, Santaquin, this is a family event featuring local vendor booths. Live music will be presented from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Splash Pad 25

What better way to cool off in the summer than splashing around in the water? Take the kids to Sunset Trails Park in Santaquin and enjoy the splash pad. While you’re there, the kids can also play on the playground equipment and swings. A large pavilion is available along with smaller picnic pavilions and a rest room.

Lincoln Beach 26

While Lincoln Beach doesn’t offer a view of the ocean, it does provide a grand panorama of the Wasatch Front mountain range. Lincoln Beach is located on the shoreline of Utah Lake and is a prime site for camping, fishing and boating. There’s a concrete boat launch and a floating boat dock as well as a fish-cleaning station for taking care of your catch when you come back to shore. Drinking water, fire pits, barbecue grills, picnic areas and a restroom are available. Don’t have a boat? It’s a great place for swimming as well. A pavilion is available for larger groups (make reservations online or call 801-851-8640). Lincoln Beach is located west of Spanish Fork at 4700 S. Lincoln Beach Road.

JUNE 8-24 27

Parade Of Homes

Some of Utah Valley’s most beautiful homes will be on display as part of the Utah Valley Parade of Homes set for June 8-24. Presented by the Utah Valley Home Builders Association, this popular event features more than 20 homes located throughout the valley, with the public invited to purchase tickets that allow them to enter and tour each of the homes. These homes feature the latest in home decor trends, design and technology, providing the perfect opportunity for those considering building a home to view their options. It’s also great for those who just like looking at homes! Tickets can be purchased online.

Camp In The Canyon 28

Payson Canyon has a selection of campgrounds where you can sleep under the stars and enjoy many recreational activities. The campgrounds include:

• Maple Lake Campground: Located 5 miles south of Payson on the Mount Nebo Scenic Byway. Activities: Fishing, rafting, kayaking, swimming, hiking.

• Maple Bench Campground: Also located on the Mount Nebo Scenic Byway. Activities: Fishing, rafting, kayaking, hiking.

• Payson Lakes Campground: A local favorite. Located 12 miles from Payson. This large campground features picnic tables, grills, campfire circles and water spigots at its sites.