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This neighborhood serves as the southeastern section Foxhill Downs and is situated at the easternmost point of Fox River as it descends from the mountains. Known for its beauty, increased elevation compared to the rest of the city, and series of waterfalls which now reside in a metropark, one could argue that there are no better vistas in all of Foxhill Downs. As one might guess, this primarily residential area is home to the most well-to-do in the city who began moving further up the mountain to get some space between themselves and the working class folks below in the other neighborhoods. Rife with large mansions and estates built right up against the rock of the Foxtail Mountains, it’s a stunning display of wealth meeting ingenuity in Foxhill Downs.

Despite the literally rich history in this part of the city, there aren’t many buildings or locations worth noting. The people who zoned and built in this area were adamant about putting emphasis on ‘residential’ and most of the buildings are relatively new compared to older parts of town. Fox Run, the park in which the waterfalls and hiking trails may be found is just about the only thing in the neighborhood that isn’t a house. There are a few coffee shops and small boutiques but very little of note.