Desert Vista Neighborhood Park
Park Location
11800 N. Desert Vista
Desert Vista Neighborhood Park is located on Saguaro Blvd. between Tower Dr. and Desert Vista.
Park Description
Desert Vista Neighborhood Park is a 12-acre site between Desert Vista and Tower Drive south of Tioga Drive. The Town Council acquired the site, on May 21, 1998, from MCO Properties, Inc. The Town, along with the Sanitary District, has constructed in-ground irrigation and developed 12-acres of usable turf.
Temporary Hours of Operation
Dawn until Dusk
Rules and Regulations
In addition to the standard park rules, the following apply to Desert Vista Neighborhood Park:
- Dogs must wear a visible and current license.
- Dog waste must be removed and properly disposed of.
- Aggressive dog behavior is not permitted within the facility.
- Gates must be kept closed at all times.
- Dog handlers must be within the facility and supervise their dogs at all times.
- Dog handlers using this facility must carry on their person, a standard (six-foot) length leash.
- Female dogs in heat are not permitted within the facility.
- Any damage done to the park (i.e. digging) must be repaired by the dog handlers.
- Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- Dogs must be leashed until completely inside the enclosed facility.
- All dog handlers who fail to comply with these rules can be asked to leave or be cited if appropriate.
Skate Park at Desert Vista Park
- This is a use-at-your-own risk facility. This facility is non-supervised.
- Skating, blading and biking are high risk/hazardous activities. By participating you accept that risk and agree to not hold the Town of Fountain Hills or its employees responsible for any injuries incurred as a result of use.
- The use of motorized equipment or other wheeled vehicles is not permitted.
- The use of proper protective equipment, including helmets and knee, elbow and wrist pads is strongly recommended.
- Use of the facility is prohibited when wet, rainwater is present or park maintenance is being performed.
- This facility has been designed for various skill levels. Please be courteous to other participants at all times. No swearing/profanity or loud music allowed.
- Respect the park and keep it clean. Deposit trash into cans provided. No littering.
- No food or drink is allowed in the facility except for water in plastic containers, no glass.
- Graffiti and tagging are strictly prohibited and may result in the removal of offenders from the park and police action.
- This is an alcohol/drug/tobacco free facility. Use and/or possession may result in removal of offenders from the park and police action.
- Additional obstacles and/or materials are not allowed at this facility, such as (but not limited to) homemade ramps, boxes, picnic tables, etc.
- No pets are allowed in the facility.
- Spectators may not be on or near ramps at any time.
- The Town of Fountain Hills is not responsible for any lost or stolen property.
- Competitive or demonstration events require a special events permit. Please contact the Parks and Recreation Department for more information at 480-816-5151.
- Contact the Town of Fountain Hills with safety concerns and violations.
- The use of this facility is a privilege and may be withdrawn, temporarily or permanently, if an individual does not follow the rules.
Parks and Recreation Department:
16705 E. Ave. of the Fountains, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
480-816-5151
480-837-3999 (fax)
parksrec@fh.az.gov
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.