Fountain Park in Fountain Hills, Arizona

by Kristi on March 9, 2009 · 21 comments · Photography


Fountain Park in Fountain Hills, AZ is the home of what was once the tallest fountain in the world, according to Guinness Book of Records. Not only is it one of my favorite places to visit when I am in need of a relaxing visit with nature, but it also holds very special memories, as this is the place where my fiancé and I had our first date and got engaged.

The Fountain at Fountain Hills Park at NoonThe Fountain at Fountain Hills
The Fountain at Fountain Hills Park at Sunset
The Fountain, at noon and at sunset (see the full fountain show on Youtube)
The Fountain at Fountain HillsInteresting Art Sculpture at Fountain Park
Art sculptures around the park
The Aflac Duck's Cousin at Fountain Park
The Aflac Duck’s Cousin
Twisting BranchesSunset Behind a Tree
A Tree within a Tree
Some of the many interesting trees
Dobby at the ParkDobby at the Park
Dobby Chases the Geese
Dobby, our Miniature Schnauzer, enjoying a walk and chasing the geese
Engagement Photo at Fountain ParkEngagement Photo at Fountain Park
Engagement Photo at Fountain Park
Our engagement photos at the park, by The Pic Chick, Phoenix Wedding Photographer





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1 Debbie March 9, 2009 at 1:01 pm

It’s been too long since I’ve been out to Fountain Hills to see this fountain. I love the photo of you and your fiance; great shot! You have a knack for different angles to your photos. The one of the duck is cool.

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2 nutuba March 9, 2009 at 4:07 pm

This is stunningly beautiful! Looks great!

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3 John Sullivan March 9, 2009 at 5:38 pm

Very nice reminds me of this pond/small lake in Rochester NY I used to bring my dog some good memories. But more importantly when I see you and your partner I just think Yes it’s true Good things happen to Good people. Are you going to Video stream your reception so we can all go :)
It’s a joy to get to know you and people like you and I appreciate your post and friendship;) Thanks
Stumbled

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4 AK March 10, 2009 at 1:30 am

Great pictures!

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5 Odzyskiwanie Danych March 10, 2009 at 2:11 am

The duck is adorable! Plus it’s a very well done picture. Congrats.

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6 Treatment Acne March 10, 2009 at 3:28 am

Just got here from ur comment on other blog. And now I love that I did.

Superb Shots. There is nothing that isn’t remarkable

1. Lovely Location
2. Super Clear Shots
3. The couple – Made for each other ;)

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7 khaled from Van leasing March 10, 2009 at 4:36 am

The video of the fountain in Fountain Hills is pretty impressive, how high does the water shoot. It would look beautiful lit up in the night.

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8 Kim Woodbridge March 10, 2009 at 8:22 am

Where is Fountain Hills? Is it in Phoenix? I’ve never seen it before – it looks lovely. Oh – do you know where the water comes from?

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9 Kristi March 10, 2009 at 9:34 am

@Debbie: Thanks. I had seen this duck on my last three visits to the park… it was like he was asking to be photographed.

@Nutuba, AK: Thanks.

@John: I don’t know about video streaming, but we are definitely recording it. Maybe I’ll do a highlights video for Youtube. :)

@Odzyskiwanie: I had several shots of him, but this one was definitely the most interesting.

@Treatment: I’m glad you enjoyed the visit, and the photos. :)

@khaled: On a clear, windless day, when they are using all three engines (normally, they only use two), it can go up to 560 ft.

@Kim: Fountain Hills is East of Scottsdale. You can get there by taking the 101 to Shea and then going East for about 15 minutes. I believe they use reclaimed water for the fountain and the lake.

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10 smashill March 10, 2009 at 1:03 pm

My favorite picture is the one with that duck, or it’s rather a goose?

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11 Hicham March 10, 2009 at 3:31 pm

Kikolani the photos are great. Congrats for the engagment again :)

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12 Gennaro from Enduring Wanderlust March 10, 2009 at 4:14 pm

Looks like a relaxing spot. Romantic too. You guys selected the right place.

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13 harvey March 11, 2009 at 3:16 am

hehe, the fountain of love. :)

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14 Nightfall March 11, 2009 at 3:23 am

nice photos you got there. I wish I can take pictures like that.

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15 Kristi March 11, 2009 at 8:56 am

@smashill: I think it’s a duck, but it could be a goose. There is a mixture of both out at the park.

@Hicham: Thanks! :)

@Gennaro: It is definitely both, and I’m so happy that was the place he chose for our special dates.

@Harvey: It certainly seems that way. :)

@Nightfall: It has taken years of practice, and I’m still learning new things about photography every day.

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16 Brian D. Hawkins March 13, 2009 at 4:13 am

It’s nice to see photos like that. It’s still cold here in Michigan so it’s like seeing what’s ahead in the coming months.

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17 Cleanse Colon March 13, 2009 at 5:39 pm

That is where I wish I was right now rather than working in my cold basement. I think it would be the ultimate relaxation time, as I have been very stressed out lately. Superb Shots 10+ :)

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18 Steve from trade show guru March 14, 2009 at 7:39 am

hi Kristi,
“The Aflac Duck’s Cousin.” LOL. I love your sense of humor!
Those commercials have always made me laugh.
What a beautiful park. I’ll be sure to check it out the next time I’m in Arizona. I’d love to get back and see the Grand Canyon.
~ Steve, the trade show guru (in So Cal)

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19 Kristi March 14, 2009 at 7:57 pm

@Brian: Glad I could bring you a little warm weather visual. :)

@Cleanse Colon: Actually, when I am stressed, I go out and take a walk around the park. Even just a half hour out there makes me feel nice and relaxed again.

@Steve: I love the Aflac duck, and when I saw this one, it just made me think about those commercials. And yes, if you have time, you should definitely visit the park and see the fountain in person. Especially in the evening.

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20 daddy bookins March 23, 2009 at 9:31 pm

We lived in Fountain Hills for two years, it was great! You know on St. Patty’s Day they turn the Fountain Green!! http://www.youtube.com/FountainHillsJournal
Lil Boo loved rolling down the hills and chasing the ducks!! Plenty of good times.
~daddy bookins

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21 Kristi March 24, 2009 at 11:53 am

@daddy bookins: You know, I didn’t check the news about the events, and I assumed the fountain would be green all day on St. Patty’s. I really wanted to record it for Youtube, but now I’ll have to wait till next year.

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