COME & EXPLORE FOUNTAIN HILLS & FORT McDOWELL
Although the Town of Fountain Hills and the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation are only 23 miles northeast of Phoenix, it feels as if they are a world away. The communities are only 20 minutes from Sky Harbor International Airport and big-city amenities like sports arenas, but they are separated from the hustle of Scottsdale and the metro area by the scenic McDowell Mountains.
The Fountain Hills area is wreathed by majestic mountains, draped in the unique vegetation of the Sonoran Desert and blessed with panoramic views. The saguaro-studded landscape provides a scenic venue for a wide range of outdoor activities such as golfing, hiking, biking, bird watching and boating.
Fountain Hills - A Community of Art Lovers
Fountain Hills has become known as an artist’s community. Sculptures, water features and other works of art adorn the Community Center, the Avenue of the Fountains and public places. Twice a year, The Great Fair and the Fountain Festival of Arts and Crafts attract hundreds of thousands of art lovers to the downtown area. Galleries and small shops make it easy for shoppers to find their own art year round. And, the award-winning Fountain Hills Community Theater is one of Arizona’s leading performing arts organizations.
Fun at Fort McDowell
Fort McDowell has become widely known for its casino, and its live entertainment. In addition, they have 36 holes of golf at the acclaimed We-Ko-Pa Golf Club and Fort McDowell Adventures, an old west style recreation facility offering horseback rides, Jeep rides and other outdoor fun. Lodging ranges from the luxurious Radisson Resort to the state-of-the-art Eagle View RV Resort. Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation has two annual celebrations commemorating milestones in their history: Sovereignty Day and Orme Dam Days. In addition, a Native American Arts Festival is held in March.
Fountain Hills and Fort McDowell offer every key component a top resort community can boast – from spas and shopping to golf; from gaming and entertainment, to arts and culture; from outdoor recreation to dining and relaxing in the scenic beauty of Vista Valley, on the wild side of Arizona.