World Famous Fountain — Attraction in Fountain Hills

well, while vacationing in Scottsdale we heard about this and saw a picture so we drove the 45 min up to see it.

First problem: it only works every hour on the hour. So we walked around in 100 degree heat to kill 40 min until it went off again. Joined another 20 people or so down by the waters edge about 5 min before it was supposed to go off.

Second problem: After spending 20 min sitting under a tree waiting, we gave up. Stopped by a cafe next to the parking lot and inquired as to why it was not working, and found out that if there is any wind at all, they do not operate the fountain!!

There was maybe a 3-5 kt light breeze blowing, so whatever.

Fountain Hills: How about a sign or something that gives folks a heads up vs letting us sit out in the heat waiting on something...

Ok "Worldfamous Fountain" is probably one of the biggest exaggerations I've ever heard. Yes, it is a nice fountain and a lovely park to relax or walk but that's about it. And oh yes, it gave the community surrounding its name. However, talking about world famous fountain, than you need to see the "jet d'eau" in Geneva, Switzerland, situated in the small harbor area of Lake Geneva and close to the buildings of the United Nations. The fountain goes up to 460 ft / 140 M. what a difference from what you see here. So don't expect anything spectacular, it is a nice little park with a pond but something you see in every...

This location is about half and hour drive from Phoenix and one of the best place I have been to to sit in silence and relax out of the busy bustling city life. Next to a quite community. Just sit on the grass and watch the sun sets into the hills. Evening here are mesmerizing and beautiful. Fountain runs every hour for 15 minutes and evening 5-8 is the best time to be there. There are parking spots and not so crowded during normal days. There are spots for barbecue and sit and enjoy your food in a heartwarming location. There are few good...