Fountain Hills, Arizona is a quaint, scenic desert community situated on the eastern slope of the McDowell Mountains about 500 feet in elevation above Phoenix. This majestic range naturally separates the community from Scottsdale and the rest of metro Phoenix. Fountain Hills has a population of 22,159 residents and is known as an upscale community with hometown character. Located in Maricopa County, the richness and quality of life here is evident the moment you crest the mountain pass leaving behind the hustle and bustle of Scottsdale and the rest of the Phoenix valley.

With a name like Fountain Hills, of course there is a fountain...but not just any old fountain. Built 30 years ago, this dramatic landmark is the centerpiece of the town located at Fountain Park right in the middle of a man-made 28-acre lake. One of the world's highest fountains, the 560-foot tall plume of water, shoots into the sky and is visible for many miles. The water display goes off on the hour for 15 minutes every day from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Residents of Fountain Hills work locally and throughout the Phoenix metro area. Scottsdale is located just 11.5 miles away and Phoenix is a short commute of 24.5 miles. The median household income for the community is $61,619 per year and the median home value is still affordable by many standards at $192,500.

The community's most honored asset is its pristine beauty. Incredible views and natural terrain provide for a wide range of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, boating and some of the more challenging and picturesque golf courses you'll find in the country. Desert Canyon Club is a desert course winding its way up and down the natural arroyos and canyons woven in the Sonoran Desert. The course is known for its narrow fairways, unexpected hazards and challenging greens. SunRidge Canyon Gold Club is designed by Keith Foster and is hidden among the ridges and canyons of the foothills of McDowell Mountains. This course is one of the most highly rated clubs in Arizona. It was selected No. 42 on Gold Magazine's list of "The Top 100 Courses You Can Play in the United States." And also the award-winning Golf Club at Eagle Mountain is a "must experience" for golf lovers.

Fountain Hills really knows how to put on a party! The annual Fountain Hills Great Fair takes place each February. Over 500 artists and artisans line the Avenue of the Fountains Boulevard with a variety of music, entertainment and food. The yearly Hot Air Balloon Rally is a local favorite as well. 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.

Fort McDowell Adventures is located nearby on the 25,000 Yavapai Indian Reservation. This is a place to experience the Wild West with horseback riding, cattle drives, hayrides and much more. Saguaro Lake is close with boating, fishing and plenty of outdoor fun. 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. Finally for the true outdoorsman, camping, hiking and biking can be enjoyed at one of the largest and most scenic recreation areas in Maricopa County, McDowell Mountain Regional Park.

The Fountain Hills Unified School District has earned a reputation for excellent academic programs, noteworthy student achievement, and high levels of parent and community involvement. Over the past several years, the district has earned respect throughout the state as a small, friendly, high achieving district with well-trained and motivated staff.

This area has a typical warm southwestern sunny climate. The summer high is 105 degrees and the winter low is 36 degrees. Fountain Hills has the feel of a small town, yet it is close enough you can enjoy the metropolitan city of Phoenix.


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