Picnics in Fountain Hills
Overview
With its stunning mountain vistas, clear blue skies and plentiful parks and natural areas Fountain Hills is a great place to have a relaxing picnic.
Fountain Park
Of course, the local's favorite place to picnic is probably Fountain Park. Not only are there shaded picnic Ramadas with picnic tables available, there are acres of grass and shade trees. Watch others partake in activities at the park, enjoy the mountain views and of course have your camera ready for the hourly Fountain display! After your picnic enjoy some smooth gelato ice cream at La Scala Creamery at the shops on the west side of the lake.
Golden Eagle Park
Three picnic ramadas at Golden Eagle park provide for large group picnics. There are also grills and picnic tables available for cookouts, and restrooms. There is wheelchair access to all three ramadas. Also see Golden Eagle Park listed under "Parks" in the Recreation section of this web site.
Four Peaks Neighborhood Park
Four Peaks Neighborhood Park currently offers one covered picnic ramada alongside a grassy soccer field. Other than during soccer matches, this ramada is a quiet place to enjoy the afternoon with the soccer field as a good recreational area for Frisbee and other games. There are also grills available for a cookout, and restrooms. There is wheelchair access to the ramada.
Desert Vista Neighborhood Park
A few shaded picnic ramadas are located around the soccer fields at Desert Vista Park. There is also plenty of grass to picnic on. The dog park has a few ramadas with benches, but no tables as of yet. Keep in mind that if you choose to picnick at the dog park you will want to bring some extra treats for all the new friends you will make!
Fountain Hills Senior Center
Senior residents of the community have access to the Senior Center's picnic ramada located on the property of the Sunset Kiwanis Building. Outdoor recreation here includes shuffleboard, horseshoes, volleyball, and other amenities. The ramada has picnic tables and a grill area. The area is accessible to the disabled. Also see Senior Center listed in the Recreation section of this web site.
McDowell Mountain Regional Park
A great place to get close to the natural setting of the Sonoran Desert while enjoying a picnic is at McDowell Mountain Park. Two picnic areas, the Palo Verde Picnic Area and Ironwood Picnic Area provide picnic tables, grills, and restrooms. There is also wheelchair access to both sites. A day use fee is required to get into the park, but it is well worth the minimal charge of $6.00. The park is located on McDowell Mountain Road. Follow Fountain Hills Boulevard north to McDowell Mountain Road.
Salt River Recreation Area
New picnic facilities within the Salt River Recreation Area are now available. All areas require a fee, but also offer access to the river. The facilities are clean and feature picnic ramadas, grills, and restrooms. Some of the areas are shaded by trees. Most facilities provide disabled access. Also see Salt River Recreation Area listed under "Waterways" in the Recreation section of this web site.
Scottsdale Park System
There are limitless possibilities for picnics within the Scottsdale Park System. Facilities include ramadas, restrooms, large grass areas, and plenty of shade. Several of the facilities are located along the Scottsdale Greenbelt and are connected by the Scottsdale Bike Trail.