Pleasant Grove is a well planned city in Utah County of US state of Utah. It was officially incorporated as a town in January, 1855. Pleasant Grove is named after a thick grove of cottonwood trees located between Battle Creek and Grove Creek, near the

current day intersection of Locust Avenue and Battle Creek Drive. A monument with a plaque describing this battle is erected in Kiwanis Park, at the mouth of Battle Creek Canyon. Surrounded by lofty mountains and lush green forest, it is popularly referred to as Utah's city of trees. Not only is it one of the most preferred residential areas but also the most sought after vacation getaway in Utah. For tourists, the city offers a plenty of Pleasant Grove accommodations offering a pleasurable and memorable stay.

Overlooking the beautiful Pleasant Grove is the majestic Mount Timpanogos, which is the second highest mountain in Utah's Wasatch Range. During winter, it gets carpeted with snow and becomes a perfect skiing resort for winter sports while in springs, you can enjoy a delightful walk in its thick wooded forests. In addition to wonderful hiking trails, there are several lovely routes that lead you to the summit of Mount Timpanogos such as the Scout Falls Couloir and the Everest Ridge. While staying in Pleasant Grove house rentals, not only can you explore the rugged natural beauty of the area but can also drive down to the surrounding tourist cities of Lindon, American Fork, Provo , and Orem. Pleasant Grove offers few excellent golf courses where you can hone your golfing skills and some quality time with your friends. Indulge in thrilling water activities in the crystal clear waters of Utah Lake and take a boat ride to the nearby Bird Island, set amidst the lake, which is the perfect place to enjoy fishing and picnicking. The island has a few trees and is somewhat visible from Lincoln Beach. Other popular tourist attractions in and around Pleasant Grove include Timpanogos Cave National Monument and Christa McAuliffe Space Education Center.

Pleasant Grove is renowned for its unique summer festival, Strawberry Days, which is the longest continuing celebration in Utah till date. The festival owes its name from a time when strawberries were a prime economic activity in the city. Held during the third week of June, it attracts thousands of people from all over the country therefore it is always better to book your lodging in one of the Pleasant Grove Utah vacation rentals well in advance. The festival features parades, a carnival, pageants, and a rodeo that brings competitors and spectators from throughout the West.