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Community Guide
Fountain Hills is a small, scenic desert community
located east of Scottsdale and about 30 minutes from Sky
Harbor International Airport. The town is surrounded by
mountains with sweeping mountain views including Four
Peaks, the Superstition Mountains and the McDowell
Mountains, and boasts a natural desert landscape.
- There are several beautiful
golf courses in the beautiful surroundings
of Fountain Hills.
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Fountain Hills Great Fair
- Takes place each
February. Over 500 artists and artisans line the
Avenue of the Fountains Boulevard and a variety of
music and food make this Fair another 'must do'
event for the Town. The annual Hot Air Balloon
Rally, which is a highlight of the Fair, takes off
early Sunday morning. Then, in November, you can
enjoy the Fountain Hills Festival of Arts and Crafts. This Festival attracts more than 100,000 visitors
every year to enjoy the artwork, the entertainment,
the food and the hospitality of Fountain Hills.
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Fort McDowell Adventures - Experience
the wild west just minutes from one of the biggest
cities in the country. Located on the 25,000 acre
Yavapai Indian Reservation, you can enjoy horseback
riding, cattle drives, hayrides and much more.
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Saguaro Lake
- If you enjoy boating and fishing, Saguaro Lake is
nearby.
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Salt River Tubing & Recreation One of the favorite pastimes in the Phoenix area
is riding an inner tube down the Verde and Salt
rivers just southeast of Fountain Hills.
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McDowell Mountain Regional Park
- One of
the largest and most scenic recreational areas in
Maricopa County. Interested in camping, hiking, biking or
horseback riding? This is the place to be.
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Fort McDowell Casino
boasts the state's largest card room, classes and
free entertainment.
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Fountain Hills Community Theater
- A small,
non-profit theatre presenting shows throughout the
year for both the general community as well as for
children.
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River of Time Museum
- Developed by
members of the Fountain Hills and Lower Verde River
Valley Historical Society.
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