Fountain Hills - A Breath of Fresh Air Having lived most of my life in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, I can tell you -- Fountain Hills feels like a world away, even though it's just minutes from the city. This is where you come to breathe. Imagine living just one-tenth of a mile from the iconic fountain at Fountain Hills Fountain Park-- one of the tallest fountains in the world -- and steps from the trailhead of Overlook Trail, a scenic 2.5-mile loop that gently circles the town with panoramic desert views. You're surrounded by nature here. In-town paths connect seamlessly to the trails of McDowell Mountain Regional Park -- offering miles of hiking, biking, and exploration right outside your door. And when you're ready for even more adventure, the mountain escapes near Payson are just And when you're ready for even more adventure, the mountain escapes near Payson are just less than an hour away. This small subdivision has very nice people all around.