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welcome Welcome To Fountain Hills Mayor Linda Kavanagh
It is my pleasure to welcome you to Fountain Hills, a very special place to live or visit. Surrounded by rolling hills, spectacular mountains and the Sonoran Desert, the Town of Fountain Hills and its neighboring Native American community, the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, is one of the most scenic, friendly communities in the United States. With world-class golf courses, luxury spas, outstanding dining and shopping, major art shows, galleries, acclaimed theatre and music, varied outdoor recreation, and one of the world’s tallest fountains as our Town’s centerpiece landmark, Fountain Hills offers a vibrant resort community experience within a relaxing small town ambiance. I invite you to be our special guest. Come and take a peek!
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
President Clinton Pattea, Ph.D We proudly invite you to experience and enjoy the many adventures at Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation! We are pleased to have you visit our beautiful Nation, located in the midst of Arizona’s stunning desert landscapes and adjacent to the wonderful Town of Fountain Hills. Take advantage of our many offerings, including the breathtaking and challenging We-Ko-Pa Golf Club, dining in one of our lovely restaurants, and of course, enjoying the variety of fun, games and entertainment at the Fort McDowell Casino. We hope you’ll also choose to stay in our AAA Four Diamond luxury resort hotel, the Radisson Resort at Fort McDowell. Our area is full of history, tradition, desert beauty and dynamic enterprises. As you experience it, you’ll see why it is becoming one of Arizona’s most popular destination attractions. Welcome to the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. Fountain Hills Visitors Bureau Blossom Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce by J.C. Sewell P.O. Box 17598-7598, Fountain Hills, Arizona 85269 Physical Address (No mail is received at this address.) 16837 E. Palisades Blvd., Fountain Hills, Arizona 85268 Telephone: 480.837.1654, experiencefountainhills.org Fax: General Fax Line: 480.837.3077, Event Fax Line: 480.816.3242 Office & Visitors’ Center Hours: Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm Closed for lunch 12 pm - 1 pm Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation 17661 E. Yavapai Rd., Fort McDowell, Arizona 85264 Telephone: 480.837.5121, ftmcdowell.org Fax: 480.837.1630 Fountain Hills & Fort McDowell
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The Visitor Guide is provided as a free service by the Fountain Hills Visitors Bureau serving Fountain Hills, Fort McDowell and The Verdes. The Bureau and Hennen Publishing will assume no responsibility for errors, changes or omissions. experiencefountainhills.org
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POINTS OF INTEREST 1 Community Center 2 Fountain Hills Theater 3 Fort McDowell Adventures 4 Fort McDowell Casino 5 Fountain Park 6 Golden Eagle Park 7 L. Alan Cruikshank River of Time Museum 7 Library 8 Saguaro Lake 9 Town Hall 10 Visitor Center and Chamber of Commerce SONORAN DESERT GOLF TRAIL 11 Desert Canyon Golf Club 12 Eagle Mountain Golf Club 13 Rio Verde Country Club 14 SunRidge Canyon Golf Club 15 Vista Verde Golf Club 16 We-Ko-Pa Golf Club ACCOMMODATIONS 17 Comfort Inn Fountain Hills 18 CopperWynd 19 Courtyard Marriott at the Mayo Clinic 20 Eagle View RV Resort 21 Holiday Inn and Suites at Fountain Hills 22 Inn at Eagle Mountain 23 Radisson Fort McDowell Resort 24 Russo’s Realm Rica Vida Vacation Home SHOPPING CENTERS 25 Avenue of the Fountains Center 26 Crossings 27 Crossroads Convenience Center 28 Eagle Mountain Market Place 29 Fountain Hills Plaza 30 Four Peaks Plaza 31 Palisades Plaza 32 Plaza Fountainside 33 Red Mountain Plaza
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Weekly E v e n ts ART ON THE AVENUE & FARMER’S MARKET Avenue of the Fountains Every Thursday, November - Mid April, 11am - 5pm Art, clothing & accessories, food, produce & other culinary delights. FRIDAY NIGHT FRANKS at FORT MCDOWELL ADVENTURES Every Friday Night, Labor Day - Memorial Day, 5 - 10pm 14803 N. Hiawatha Hood Road, Fort McDowell A unique cookout experience in the Sonoran desert. Live entertainment, games and an old fashioned wiener roast. On the last Friday of the month from 8pm - midnight is Adult Education, must be 21 years or older. Details at: fortmcdowelladventures.com, 480.816.6465, ext. 1. JAZZ IN THE HILLS AT ALCHEMY Every Friday Night 7:30 - 9:30pm Alchemy at CopperWynd Resort - 13320 N. Eagle Ridge Dr. Reservations: 480.333.1880 or jazzinthehills.org Listen to the best jazz in the Valley along with spectacular views and great food. MILESTONES: A DESERT ODYSSEY THROUGH PUBLIC ART October - April (weather permitting) enjoy a docent-led tour of the extensive public art collection. $5pp. For tour dates and times or to register online at fh.az.gov/fountain-hillspublic-art.aspx, 480.816.5151
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Monthly E v e n ts ART IN THE PARK - FIRST SATURDAY On the first Saturday of each month October - May (weather permitting) enjoy the work of local artists on the patio of Plaza Fountainside. Free Admission. fountainhillsartleague.com/ArtWalk.html
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Annu a l E v e n ts ELEGANCE OF FOUNTAIN HILLS ANTIQUE SHOW January Fountain Hills Community Center 13001 N. La Montana Dr. azantiqueshow.com
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Silver Car Auction January Radisson Fort McDowell Resort & Casino Silver’s car auction offers real buyers and sellers real cars and real deals, silverauctions.com THE GREAT FAIR February 22- 24, 10am - 5pm 500 national artists come to this juried Art Fair. At the Fair you’ll find something for everyone. Enjoy live music, food, beer garden and more than a mile of art to explore. Free Admission SUNDAY CONCERTS IN THE PARK Sundays in March - 2:30 - 4pm, Fountain Park Spring is the perfect time to picnic in the Park and enjoy an afternoon concert. Bring blankets, chairs, family and friends! fh.az.gov Flower Dancing in the Wind KITE FESTIVAL by Jerry McKellar March 23 11am - 5pm, Fountain Park Pakistan Information and Cultural Organization (PICO) presents its 11th Annual Kite Flying Festival (Basant Mela). Participate in kite flying, visit with vendors displaying Pakistani arts, crafts, apparel and jewelry. Try traditional Pakistani food, enjoy the music, kids’ activities or a henna tattoo. Admission is free and open to the public. experiencefountainhills.org
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C O N T I N U E D ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION March 17, from 10am - 5pm, Fountain Park Beer garden, corned beef and cabbage, music and the World Famous Fountain turning green at noon! fh.az.gov
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9TH ANNUAL THUNDERBIRD ARTISTS FINE ART & WINE AFFAIRE March 15 -17, 10am - 5pm Avenue of the Fountains Unequaled in its ambiance and the quality of fine art, the 9th Annual Fountain Hills Fine Art & Wine Affaire is the ideal setting for this world-class gathering of artists. 480.837.5637, thunderbirdartists.com Bob The Frog by Randy Hand
CYCLOVIA FOUNTAIN HILLS - AN OPEN STREETS HEALTHY LIVING FESTIVAL April 13, 10am - 4pm, Concert in the Park 5pm Downtown Fountain Hills Cycle, walk and have fun on the Avenue of the Fountains and neighboring streets in downtown Fountain Hills. Live music, yoga, Pilates and zumba demonstrations, farmer’s market, food, wine garden, beer garden, kid’s activities. Free Admission.
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HALLOWEEN IN THE HILLS October 31, 5 - 8pm Avenue of the Fountains “Trick or Treat” the Avenue of the Fountains, there will be candy, games, bouncers, haunted houses, a petting zoo, pet adoption and the fun and fantastic Pets ‘N Their People contest. For information: halloweeninthehills.com, or call Sami Fine Jewelry 480.837.8168 FOUNTAIN FESTIVAL OF ARTS & CRAFTS November 8 - 10, 10am - 5pm Downtown Fountain Hills 500 national artists come to this juried Art Fair. At the Fair you’ll find something for everyone. Food, beer garden, live music and entertainment. Free Admission ORME DAM VICTORY DAYS November 15-17 Fort McDowell Casino Pow-wow, rodeo, 5K run & walk, Battle of the Bands and other outdoor activities. ftmcdowell.org or call 480.789.7162.
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THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE November 28, 9am The only Thanksgiving Day Parade in Arizona, featuring floats, horses, marching bands and a Grand Marshall. STROLL IN THE GLOW December 7, 5:30pm Downtown Fountain Hills Over 60,000 twinkling lights and ornaments adorn the trees of Avenue of the Fountains. Santa arrives with his elves. Thanksgiving Day Parade experiencefountainhills.org
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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 Verde Valley, on the wild side of Arizona Fountain Hills & Fort McDowell Although the Town of Fountain Hills and the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation are next door to Scottsdale and only 30 minutes from Sky Harbor International Airport they are separated from the hustle and traffic by the scenic McDowell Mountains. The area is wreathed by majestic mountains, draped in the unique vegetation of the Sonoran Desert and blessed with panoramic views. The saguaro-studded landscape offers 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. Fun At Fort McDowell Fort McDowell has become widely known for its casino and its live entertainment. In addition, its visitors can enjoy 36 holes of golf at the acclaimed We-Ko-Pa Golf Club. Fort McDowell Adventures, an Old West style recreation facility, offers horseback rides, Jeep rides, cowboy cook-outs 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 Victory Day and Orme Dam Victory Days. A Native American Fine Arts Festival is held in March. Destination Fort McDowell 10438 N. Fort McDowell Road, fortmcdowelldestination.com, 480.789.5300 Come home to Arizona’s Destination, Fort McDowell. Visit our Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation for the ultimate destination for food, fun and relaxation.
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A Celebration of Water in the Desert At its full height of 560 feet, the fountain in the center of Fountain Hills is higher than the Washington Monument. It is 10 feet taller than Notre Dame Cathedral, 110 feet higher than the Great Pyramid of Cheops in Egypt and three times as high as Old Faithful Geyser in Yellowstone Park. The fountain is the focal point for community celebrations and the pride of its residents. If you happen to visit during the St. Patrick’s Day celebration, you’ll see the fountain transform to bright green. The fountain is powered by three 500 HP pumps, which force 70,000 gallons of water per minute through an 18-inch nozzle specially designed and built by Switzerland’s Institute of Hydraulic Research. This fountain is a celebration of life and water where it is most appreciated – in the middle of the desert.
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McDowell Mountain – Rugged Red Rock a.k.a. Red Mountain, a.k.a. FireRock One of the most prominent landmarks near Fountain Hills and Fort McDowell is the jagged outline of Red Mountain, at 2,830 feet high. The deep cleft on its western flank is known as “Gunsight” because of its resemblance to the narrow slot in a fort used for firing at attackers. The mountain is composed of sandstone conglomerate, which gives it a distinctive red color that glows dramatically in the last rays of day, leading some to call it FireRock. The mountain was officially named Mount McDowell after General Irvin McDowell, who was responsible for the creation of a nearby military post in 1865. The mountain is sacred to Indian tribes, including the local Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. Four Peaks – Purple Mountain Majesty The lyrics “purple mountain majesty” could have been written for these peaks. They change with the light from lavender to violet to deep purple. Fittingly, the world’s finest amethyst is found high on its slopes. Visible from much of the Phoenix Metro area, this mountain is one of the area’s highest points at 7,657 feet. Visitors and residents have grandstand seats for the daily spectacle of the sun rising dramatically behind Four Peaks. McDowell Mountains – Ancient Roots Some of the oldest rock in Arizona makes up the McDowell Mountain Range to the west. The range’s highest is McDowell Peak, at 4,034 feet. The rounded mountain to the south is Fire Necklace Mountain, named when a fire burned down its slopes, encircling it. Indians found shelter here, as evidenced by petroglyphs and artifacts. Prospectors sought mineral wealth but discovered only limited amounts of gold, silver and copper.
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Mazatzal Mountains – “Land of the Deer” North and northeast of the area are the Mazatzal Mountains, some of the most inaccessible country in Arizona. The Mazatzal Wilderness contains over 252,500 acres and extends north to the Mogollon Rim, near Payson. Geologists believe the range was once as high as the present-day Himalaya Mountains. Erosion and mountain-building events created a tortured landscape. Mazatzal is from an old Indian culture in Mexico, and is sometimes pronounced “Mahzaht - zahl,” meaning “land of the deer.” Deer still roam there, along with javelina, coyotes, bears and mountain lions. The Verde River – Wild and Scenic The Verde is Arizona’s only “Wild and Scenic” river. It was given the designation by Congress in 1984. Canoers, kayakers and fishermen pit themselves against the river’s challenges between Camp Verde and Horseshoe Lake. For much of those 58 miles, the river flows through the Mazatzal Wilderness with level I, II, and III rapids. Shortly after passing through Fort McDowell, the Verde joins the Salt River near Red Mountain. The Salt River – Nurturing the Valley of the Sun The Salt River was a challenge for early settlers, with either too much or too little water. But, after Roosevelt Dam and four other dams were built, it became a source of both water and power for the Phoenix metro area. Today, it also provides water recreation. experiencefountainhills.org
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With more than 50 miles of hiking trails at your doorstep you can spend an hour or the entire day hiking or biking. Bring plenty of water and sturdy shoes to a ranger-led Friday Fitness Hike at the McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Or make a photo safari of it with an easy hike on the Lake Overlook trail with access near the Fountain.
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Often your Fountain Park picnic spot will include not only views, but views of plein air artists capturing the views – of the iconic Fountain and surrounding mountains. Meet and talk with the artists in Fountain Park about the plein air art tradition and what inspires their work.
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You will see top-notch creativity and craftsmanship on display on a self-guided walking tour of the town’s 100-plus-piece art collection. Or take a docent-led art tour and learn the back-story and the biographical details that inspired the sculptors, painters, and other artists who chose Fountain Hills as home for their artwork.
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Stroll and shop the Avenue of the Fountains. Stop in and talk with the artists who show and sell at The Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery, owned and operated entirely by local Arizona artists. Four Peaks Amethysts, Anthill Garnets and brightgreen Peridots are among the extensive collection of Arizona Gemstones you will find at Sami Fine Jewelry.
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Explore the history of the Lower Verde Valley and the important role of water in the Valley at the L. Alan Cruikshank River of Time Museum. Learn about the ancient people who passed through the valley up through the modern day communities of Fountain Hills and Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. Find gifts with a connection to local history at the River of Time Museum Riverbank store, including Native American jewelry, pottery, metal sculpture, books and more.
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A quick change in your Fountain Hills lodging and it’s off to Grapeables Wine Bar or “The Grape,” as locals call it, named as one of the Phoenix Magazine 50 best wine bars. Discover a new favorite vintage before the curtain rises at Fountain Hills Theater or spend Friday evening listening to live jazz at Alchemy at CopperWynd. l
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McDowell Mountain Regional Park McDowell Mountain Regional Park has over 50 miles of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails through beautiful desert scenery. This 21,099-acre regional park is located four miles north of Fountain Hills. For mountain bikers, the competitive track has three loop tracks; a long loop – 8.2 miles, a sport loop – 3.0 miles, and a technical loop – 2.9 miles. A pump track has been added to the Competitive Track trailhead. This twisting combination of table tops, rollers and banked turns is a great way to improve weight shifting and bike handling skills. Wildlife sightings are common; look for deer, Javelina, coyotes and a multitude of bird species around the three ponds in the park. Some hiking trails are less than a mile long; several are one to four miles; and the popular Pemberton Trail is 15.3 miles. Elevations rise from 1,600 feet to 3,000 feet at the base of the McDowell Mountains. The entire park faces the Four Peaks, Weaver’s Needle and Superstition Mountains and provides awesome views. For campers, McDowell Mountain Park has 76 individual sites for tent or RV camping. The developed sites accommodate up to a 45-foot RV. Restrooms offer flush toilets and showers. A separate area in the park has been set aside for tent campers who don’t need hookups and are seeking a more remote feel to their campsite. 480.471.0173. McDowell Mountain Preserve Thanks to the foresight of local residents, the tops of the McDowell Mountains are preserved for wildlife and future generations to enjoy. Through the work of Sonoran Conservancy volunteers, there are now more than five miles of trails. There are three to five scheduled guided hikes each month. Call 480.312.3111 to schedule a hike. scfh.org Tonto National Forest Located only minutes away is Tonto National Forest. With two of Arizona’s largest and most scenic rivers, six lakes, and landscapes ranging from desert to pine forests and high mountain peaks, the forest offers a wide range of recreation opportunities: swimming, boating, hiking, camping, rafting, horseback riding and bird watching, to name a few. Tonto is the fifth-largest National Forest in the United States. With nearly three million acres, there is room enough to roam. Within the forest’s boundaries are eight wilderness areas. Saguaro Lake Saguaro Lake, twenty minutes from Fountain Hills, is one of the loveliest and most popular recreation sites in Tonto National Forest. The golden cliffs and rugged shoreline of Saguaro Lake make a spectacular setting for outdoor activities. One wonderfully relaxing way to enjoy the lake is a narrated tour aboard the Desert Belle Paddlewheel Riverboat. Bald eagles and desert mountain sheep are often spotted in secluded regions. At the Lakeshore Restaurant, diners have splendid views from indoors or outdoors. Boat rentals can be arranged at Precision Marine, which also carries bait, tackle and marine supplies. Boat ramps, fishing pavilions, swimming, picnic tables and restroom facilities are available at two locations. At Butcher Jones Beach, the Shoreline Trail links panoramic vantage points. Horseback riders also have spectacular views of the lake. Horseback riding, kayak and tube rentals are offered at Saguaro Lake Ranch, below the dam. For fishermen, the lake is stocked with plenty of walleye, largemouth and yellow bass, rainbow and brown trout, bluegills, channel catfish and crappie. 602.225.5200.
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The Sonoran Desert Golf Trail features six spectacular desert golf courses set in Arizona’s Lower Verde Valley, a lush desert environment with some of the Southwest’s most unspoiled vistas. The courses are surrounded by breathtaking views on every side of the McDowell Mountains and the Tonto National Forest. For more information visit sonorandesertgolftrail.com Desert Canyon Golf Club 10440 Indian Wells Dr. 480.837.1173 desertcanyongolf.com Eagle Mountain Golf Club 14915 E. Eagle Mountain Pkwy. 480.816.1234 • eaglemtn.com Eagle Mountain Golf Club provides golfers with a stunning desert golf experience highlighted by scenic vistas, dramatic elevation changes and award-winning course layout. The Scott Miller-designed, 18-hole course (par-71 and 6,800 yards from the back tees) incorporates the property’s natural box canyons and native Sonoran Desert into the design of the golf course.
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FireRock Country Club (Private) 16000 E. Firerock Country Club Dr. • 480.836.3435 • firerockcc.com
Rio Verde Country Club (Private) 18731 E. Four Peaks Blvd. • 480.471.7010 • 877.RIO.VERDE • rioverdecc.com SunRidge Canyon Golf Club 13100 N. SunRidge Dr. • 480.837.5100 • 800.562.5178 • sunridgegolf.com Vista Verde Golf Club 17405 E. Desert Vista Trail • 480.471.2710 • theverdes.com We-Ko-Pa Golf Club 18200 E. Toh Vee Circle • 480.836.9000 • 866.660.7700 • wekopa.com
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lodging ACCOMMODATIONS Comfort Inn Fountain Hills 17105 E. Shea Blvd. • 480.837.5343 comfortinnfountainhills.com Copperwynd Resort & Club 13255 N. Eagle Ridge Dr. • 480.333.1900 Courtyard Marriott at the Mayo Clinic 13444 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale 480.860.4000 • 800.321.2211 • marriott.com/phxmy Located on Campus/Compassionate Staff/Soothing Environment/On Demand Shuttle for Clinic/Full Service Dining/Fitness Room/Business Center/More ... Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Fountain and Fireside Grill 12800 N. Saguaro Blvd. • 480.837.6565 • holiday-inn.com/fountainhills Inn at Eagle Mountain 9800 N. Summer Hill Blvd. • 480.816.3000 • innateaglemountain.com The Inn at Eagle Mountain provides the perfect location for your next golf outing, romantic weekend, corporate retreat or event. Radisson Fort McDowell Resort 10438 N. Ft. McDowell Road • 480.789.5300 • radissonfortmcdowellresort.com Set on the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, on Scottsdale’s eastern edge; enjoy mountain views, generous amenities, championship golf, the Fort McDowell Casino and AAA Four Diamond service. Russo’s Realm Rica Vida Home Near Tejon & Rica Vida • 425.802.5588 • 888.899.4632 http://SunnyVacationHome.com
TRAVEL SERVICES AZ Trails Travel 16650 E. Palisades Blvd., #106 480.837.8665 • 888.799.4284 • arizonatrails.com
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RV PARK Eagle View RV Resort, Ft. McDowell 9605 N. Ft. McDowell Road 480.789.5310 • 800.843.3678 • eagleviewrvresort.com You can have outdoor ambiance with big city amenities nearby. State-of-the-art fitness center. 150 full hook-up sites. Families and pets Oracle of the Lake welcome. We also have wireless Internet and by Lyle London phone access available.
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L. Alan Cruikshank River of Time Museum The River of Time Museum in Fountain Hills recounts the captivating past of this desert valley. Here you’ll trace the steps of ancient people who passed through the Valley following the river for game and water. Learn about the large communities that grew here centuries ago and why they disappeared. You’ll learn how the Yavapai migrated throughout Central Arizona, moving with the seasons and the availability of food. Enter a mine as prospectors look for gold and find the world’s most prized amethyst. Learn about Fort McDowell and the struggle to bring peace to the Valley. Then join the “river tamers,” as they build dams and canals. See how “the dam that never was” brought about the development of Fountain Hills. The River of Time Museum has something new around every bend. The Museum is located in the Library Museum Building at 12901 N. La Montana Dr., Fountain Hills. Call 480.837.2612 for hours and tour information or go to: riveroftimemuseum.org. First Love
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Fountain Hills Theater Proudly entering its 27th season, Fountain Hills Theater is presenting eleven productions during the 2012-2013 season. FHT also offers year-round and summer performing arts programs for youth, a full-time six-week Teen camp and trip to NYC and an adult theater trip to either New York or London. This theater is one of the busiest and most highly awarded community theaters in the state of Arizona. 11445 Saguaro Blvd. 480.837.9661 • fhtaz.org
Fountain Hills Chamber Players In its 17th season of professional chamber music concerts, the chamber players present a joyous and exciting concert series in Fountain Hills featuring music for strings, woodwinds, and piano. The ensemble performs professional concerts and educational events. fountainhillschamberplayers.org Fountain Hills Community Chorus The chorus presents a holiday concert in early December and a spring concert in early April. The chorus and small ensembles from the group also perform at community functions and private parties. fountainhillscommunitychorus.org Jazz In The Hills – A Regular Friday Night Event! The best jazz in the Valley can be heard on Friday nights in Fountain Hills. Jazz in the Hills is a nonprofit organization with all donations going towards paying the musicians and keeping the tradition alive. Music starts at 7:30 pm. Now playing at Alchemy at CopperWynd Resort. jazzinthehills.org Fountain Hills Major Art Fairs The Great Fair, February 22-24 (the last full weekend in February) and the Fountain Festival of Arts & Crafts, November 8-10 (the second full weekend in November). 480.837.1654 fountainhillschamber.com Thunderbird Artists 480.837.5637 • thunderbirdartists.com Fountain Hills Cultural & Civic Association 480.816.1298 • fountainhillscca.org
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Fountain Hills is known as an artist’s community. A collection of 110 pieces of public art can be enjoyed from just about any angle. Sculptures, water features and other works of art adorn the downtown streets, plazas, parks and other public places. Docent-led art walk tours are available every month October through April and can also be arranged by special appointment for groups by calling 480.816.5151. An art walk map is also available at kiosks and online for those who wish to conduct their own self-guided tour. You can preview all the art at fountainhillspublicart.com.
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Casino Arizona 101 & McKellips Road 101 & Indian Bend Road 480.850.7777 • casinoarizona.com Desert Dog Hummer Adventures 17212 E. Shea Blvd. 480.837.3966 • azadventures.com Desert Belle Paddleboat Tours 480.984.2425 • desertbelle.com Fort McDowell Adventures Red Mountain 480.816.6465 • fortmcdowelladventures.com Located near Fort McDowell Casino, Fort McDowell Adventures offers a touch of the Old West and Arizona’s spectacular desert scenery and wildlife on horseback. Learn about the American Southwest with experiences such as horseback riding, cattle drives, breakfast, lunch and dinner rides, pony rides, hay wagon rides and private rodeo shows, Yavapai Jeep tours, hiking tours, cowboy story-telling, trick roping and strolling cowboy guitarists. With its open courtyard and ramada covered seating, The Ranch can accommodate from 50 to 450 guests. Private rodeos are available at the nearby 1,800-square-foot rodeo arena. Friday Night Franks – September - May. Every Friday night from 5 pm- 10 pm Relax under the stars and enjoy a cookout with friends. Live music, games, wagon rides and more The Yavapai Experience (Private group tours) – Begin your tour gathered around a campfire listening to the stories of the Yavapai: a Maytag Matilda professional guide will facilitate your tour with by Dixie Jewett Yavapai tribal members who were born and raised at Fort McDowell. They will explain the ancient culture, history, and heritage of their people and then guide you along a one-mile nature trail. After the walk enjoy a food tasting experience while learning more about the Yavapai. Fort McDowell Casino Highway 27 & Ft. McDowell Road 480.837.1424 • fortmcdowellcasino.com Providing state-of-the-art gaming machines, live table and poker games, and tableside food service our 24-hour Scottsdale, Arizona casino is a premier gaming destination. Ranch Trail Rides 13020 N. Bush Highway, Mesa • 480.984.0335 saguarolaketrailrides.com The Dolly Steamboat – Canyon Lake 480.827.9144 • dollysteamboat.com
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Ahnala Room at Radisson Resort Fort McDowell 10438 N. Ft. McDowell Road 480.789.5300 radisson.com/ftmcdowellaz Ahnala (Mesquite) Room is the resort’s main restaurant, serving three meals a day, presenting local Native American, Southwestern and Mesquite grilled cuisine. Chef Brian will be showcasing citrus, pecans, herbs and mesquite grown locally at the Fort McDowell Yavapai Farm. Alchemy at CopperWynd 13225 N. Eagle Ridge Dr. 480.333.1880 http://copperwynd.com/dining/ All American Sports Grille 16872 E. Avenue of the Fountains 480.816.4625 allamericansportsgrill-az.com Appian Way 17149 Amhurst Dr. 480.836.7899 • appianway.com Best family Italian restaurant in the Valley. Open 6 nights, featuring patio seating and full bar. Banquet rooms available. Cafe 87 Fort McDowell Casino 800.THE.FORT fortmcdowellcasino.com For the very best of Italian dining, you’ll find all your favorites in the new and comfortable surroundings of The Cottonwood Cafe. Open Sunday through Thursday 7 am to 10 pm and Friday and Saturday 7 am to midnight.
Euro Pizza Café 12645 N. Saguaro Blvd., #11 480.836.0207 • europizzacafe.com Fireside Grill – Holiday Inn 12800 N. Saguaro Blvd. • 480.816.9047 Fountini’s Bar & Grill 13407 N. La Montana Dr. 480.837.4201 • fountinis.com The Grill at Eagle Mountain Golf Club 14915 E. Eagle Mountain Pkwy. 480.816.1248 • eaglemtn.com The Grill at We-Ko-Pa Golf Club 18200 E. Toh Vee Circle 480.836.9000 • wekopa.com Little Ceasar’s Pizza 16605 Palisades Blvd. 480.816.1001 • littleceasars.com Lucky 7 Saloon Fort McDowell Casino 800.THE.FORT fortmcdowellcasino.com Every night’s a party at the Lucky 7 Saloon. Enjoy incredible drink specials, sporting events on the 9’x12’ big screen, and 7 days a week of free and fabulous live entertainment. Call 1.800.THE. FORT and press 180 for our nightly entertainment schedule. Mountain View Coffee 12645 N. Saguaro Blvd. 480.816.9490
Casino Deli Fort McDowell Casino 800.THE.FORT fortmcdowellcasino.com With ample seating, this Deli is open 24 hours a day and has a wide variety of menu items ranging from burgers to large fresh hot dogs and sandwiches. DJ’s Bagel Cafe 13693 Fountain Hills Blvd. 480.816.4155 El Encanto del Fuente 11044 N. Saguaro Blvd. 480.837.1070 www.elencantorestaurants.com
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Sapori D’Italia 11865 N. Saguaro Blvd. 480.816.9535 • saporidiitaliaaz.com
Noodles Sushiya Fort McDowell Casino 480.836.4663 fortmcdowellcasino.com Featuring favorites such as sashimi and rolls with the finest tuna, snow crab, yellowtail, salmon and other specialty fish, Noodles Sushiya will have a traditional sit-down sushi bar as well as tables. The healthy noodle menu will feature fresh, spicy noodle and vegetable bowls with savory sauces.
Senor Taco 16948 E. Shea Blvd., #105 13525 N Fountain Hills Blvd # 101 480.816.8226 • senortacoaz.com Family-owned authentic fresh Mexican food passed down by previous generations. Home of the unforgettable Shrimp Burrito. Silver Platter Fort McDowell Casino 480.437.1424 fortmcdowellcasino.com The Silver Platter is open from 7:30 am Friday and Saturday until midnight. The Silver Platter prides itself on serving the best burgers and shakes plus a wide variety of food items from the 50s.
OYO Yogurt 12625 N. Saguaro Blvd., Ste. 7 www.O-yogurt.com
Sofrita’s 16848 Avenue of the Fountains 480.816.5316 • sofrita.com
Phil’s Filling Station Grill 16852 E. Parkview Ave. • 480.816.8200 phillsfillingstationgrill.com
The Steakhouse at Desert Canyon Golf Club 10440 Indian Wells Dr. 480.837.1561 • thesteakhouse.us
Que Bueno 13207 N. La Montana Dr. 480.837.2418 • quebuenoaz.com
The Ridge Room at Sunridge Canyon Golf Club 13100 N. Sunridge Dr. 480.837.5396 sunridgecanyongolf.com
Verde River Buffet Fort McDowell Casino 480.437.1424 fortmcdowellcasino.com For a square deal on a square meal, make your way to the Fort’s famous all-you-can-eat buffet! Just steps away from all the casino action, enjoy incredible surf n’ turf in a relaxed and comfortable setting.
Saddle Bronc Grill 11056 N. Saguaro Blvd. 480.816.5900 • saddlebroncgrill.com
Wendy’s 15504 E. Greystone Dr. 480.837.2551
Redendo’s Pizzeria & Pasta 16948 E. Shea Blvd., #104 480.816.1356 • fhaz.com/redendos
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Shops
CardSmart Fountain Hills 12645 N. Saguaro Blvd., Ste. 6 480.837.4908
Designs by Judi Yates 16858 Avenue of the Fountains, #103 480.837.6645 • yatesgallery.net
Chocofin Chocolatier 13404 LaMontana Dr., #2 480.836.7444 • chocofin.com
Flower & Gift Shoppe of Fountain Hills 16715 E. Palisades Blvd., #105 480.837.1456 • 877.837.1456 theflowerandgiftshoppe.com Voted Fountain Hills’ “Best Florist”
Colors Design 13430 N. Saguaro Blvd., #100 480.816.1703 • ilovecolors.net Crystal Blues 16425 E. Palisades Blvd., #104 480.816.3710 crystalbluesboutique.com
Sami Fine Jewelry & Unique Gifts
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Fountain Fashions 16605 Palisades Blvd., #156 480.837.9014 • 866.909.9014 fountainfashions.com Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery 16858 Avenue of the Fountains, #103 480.836.9919, fountainshillsartistsgallery.com Showcases 40 artists with styles ranging from contemporary southwest to traditional fine art. The unique gallery is actually owned and operated by the artists, thus making consumers able to purchase directly, avoiding gallery commissions. Open daily in high season from 10 am - 6 pm Fountainside Arts 12625 N. Saguaro Blvd., #115 480.243.5749 • fountainsidearts.com
River Bank Store 12901 N. La Montana Dr. 480.837.2612 • riveroftimemuseum.org
Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery
Sami Fine Jewelry & Unique Gifts 16704 Avenue of the Fountains, #100 480.837.8168 • arizonagems.com Sami Fine Jewelry is the destination for Arizona gems and jewelry! Named one of America’s Top 5 cool Jewelry Stores by Instore Magazine 2008
Grapeables Fine Wines Spikes Treats, LLC 12645 N. Saguaro Blvd., #9 12645 Saguaro Blvd. #14 480.816.5959 • grapeableswinebar.com 480.334.1949 • spikestreats.com Gridleys of Fountain Hills Suburban Sole 16830 Avenue of the Fountains 16815 E. Shea Blvd. #107 480.837.1090 • gridleysfh.com 480.836.2100 • suburbansole.com Take home a bit of Fountain Hills. Suburban Sole offers a selection of Southwestern gifts, t-shirts, books, women’s footwear and accessories salsa, children’s gifts, art supplies, not readily available in department rocks. FREE Fountain Postcard! stores, or other retail outlets. The Nonny’s selection at includes the largest 16858 Avenue of the Fountains, #102 selection of Romus shoes (from Spain) 480.837.4558 • nonnyscreations.com in all of Arizona, Vital from Austria, Stonefly from Italy, and Tsonga from Randy Polk Designs Africa. Beautiful, walkable shoes and 12645 N. Saguaro Blvd., #16 distinctive accessories! 480.445.0345 • randypolk.com
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Avenue of the Fountains This Main Street setting features restaurants, art galleries, jewelry stores, a florist and real estate companies.
Four Peaks Plaza Shea Boulevard just west of Saguaro Boulevard. Anchored by a Target store and several chain stores.
Crossings Palisades Boulevard & La Montana Drive. Featuring cleaners, take-out pizza, a travel agency, a print shop, and fitness services.
Palisades Plaza Fountain Hills & Palisades Boulevards. Anchored by a supermarket and includes retail and fast-food dining.
Crossroads Convenience Center Shea Boulevard & Beeline Highway. The center is filled mainly with fast-food dining. Eagle Mountain Market Place Shea Boulevard & Eagle Mountain Parkway. Featuring a supermarket, restaurants and spa services. Fountain Hills Plaza Palisades Boulevard & La Montana Drive. Anchored by a supermarket and also a bank, a hardware store, retail shops, restaurants and professional services.
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Plaza Fountainside 12645 N. Saguaro Blvd., plazafountainside.com Plaza Fountainside, a unique retail destination offering ample opportunity to dine, shop and play in the shadow of Fountain Hill’s towering 560’ fountain. Red Mountain Plaza Palisades Boulevard & Avenue of the Fountains. Featuring a coffee shop, restaurant, women’s boutique, beauty salon and professional services.
assisted Desert Paradise – Assisted Living Home 17409 E. San Marcus • 480.836.0982 desertparadiseassistedliving.com Family owned and operated, offering all levels of care, private or semiprivate rooms, and a caring staff.
Services
Hospice of the Valley 602.530.6900 • hov.org We support patients and families and relieve suffering in all realms – physical, emotional and spiritual.
LIVING
Fountain View Village – ASSISTED LIVING FOR SENIORS 16455 E. Avenue of the Fountains 480.836.5000 • fountainviewvillage.com Fountain View Village offers a campus of care: independent and assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing and skilled dementia care.
Hollywood’s Body and Paint 602.11645 N. Desert Vista 480.836.72525 hollywoodsbodyandpaint.com We are a family owned and operated body shop that still believes in good customer service and quality automotive repair.
TRANSPORTATION F. H. Taxi & Limousine Service 480.837.3539
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Beauty & S pa
Anytime Fitness 16650 E. Palisades Blvd., #109 480.837.5151 • anytimefitness.com At the Fountains, Sherry’s Skin Solutions 17007 E. Colony Dr., #104 480.980.4272 myspaonline.com/sskinsolutions Blu Sol Resort Spa 9800 N. Summer Hill Blvd. 480.423.0145 • blusolresortspa.com Experience Arizona’s best kept secret, a golfer and spa goer’s oasis, Inn at Eagle Mountain Resort hidden in the lush desert hills of Fountain Hills.
Bodyworks Center for Perfect Health 16751 N. Parkview Ave., #1 480.816.3900 bodyworkscenter.net Curves of Fountain Hills 16850 Avenue of the Fountains, #105 480.837.8688 • curves.com Fantastic Sams 16650 Palisades Blvd., #101 480.816.1113 Fitness Center at Radisson Fort McDowell Resort 10438 N. Fort McDowell Road, 480.789.5300 • fantasticsams.com Jazzercise 15225 N. Fountain Hills Blvd., #103 480.661.3948 • jazzercise.com Russo Salon & Spa 16715 Parkview Ave. #1 480.837.8300 • russosalon.com Hair Care and Color, Nail Care, Waxing, Facials and Massage. Trufit Studios 15051 E. San Blas Circle 480.272.0547 • trufitstudios.com
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Anderson Group Real Estate Carrie & Ginny LaPenta 16872 Avenue of the Fountains #103 480.224.6315 • 480.837.5542 RentalsinFountainHills.com Karen DeGeorge – Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 13125 N. La Montana Drive #F 480.225.3766 • 480.837.1010 karendegeorge.com “Don’t make a move without me!” Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 13125 N. La Montana Drive, #J 480.837.1010 earlenenelson@azmoves.com Nationally ranked as the # 1 Real Estate Company for the last 12 consecutive years.
Brothers by Dr. Vincent P. Russo
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C O N T I N U E D
Red Mountain
MCO Realty, Inc. 9617 N. Saguaro Blvd. 480.837.2500 • mcorealty.com Nabers Property Management & Real Estate 13404 N. La Montana Dr., #4 480.837.9807 • 866.837.9807 nabersrealty.com Seasonal furnished and unique rentals. Condos, homes, and investment property for sale. Managing and selling properties in Fountain Hills since 1974.
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RE/MAX Sun Properties 16704 E. Avenue of the Fountains, #101 480.837.9801 • 866.272.7578 sunpropertiesaz.com Specializing in Fountain Hills homes for sale, you have found your realtor resource for buying and selling your next home. Sonoran Lifestyle Real Estate 480.816.5557 • SonoranLifestyle.com Sonoran Lifestyle Real Estate is a specialty real estate firm, focused on luxury residential marketing and property management.
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