Whether you’re looking to enjoy the road less traveled for a short weekend away or you can’t wait to embrace an extended stay somewhere new, summer is the perfect time of year to set your travel sights on Sun Valley, Idaho. This beautiful and inviting vacation destination is just as well suited to outdoor adventurers as it is to those looking to relax and unwind in style. When you’re ready to start getting your plans underway, the following is a great place to start when putting together your summer vacation to Sun Valley.
Getting Here This Summer Is Bound to Be a Breeze
No matter where your point of origin might be, making your way to Sun Valley this summer is sure to be an easy task! While Sun Valley offers up a refreshingly remote sense of tranquility and seclusion from the hustle of life, the local airport (SUN) is located just 12 miles from the center of town. Alaska Airlines offers a nonstop flight here from Seattle while Delta offers a direct route from Salt Lake City and United provides options for nonstop flights in from San Francisco, Los Angeles, Denver, and Chicago. If you don’t mind traveling a bit further and prefer to add some scenery seeking to your trip, you can always consider flying into Boise and making the 150 mile drive into town instead.
Take Time to Try Mountain Biking
For many summer travelers, mountain biking is certain to be a highlight of a trip this way in the summer when the trails are prime for thrilling adventures. There’s convenient lift service access at Baldy Mountain and here, you can pair mountain biking with scenic hiking and wildlife watching too. If you don’t have your own gear readily available, places like Pete Lane’s at River Run Plaza can get you set up with a rental that will take your mountain biking experiences to the next level of excellence.
Infuse Amazing Flavor into Your Summer Stay in Sun Valley
No matter what you add to your itinerary in Sun Valley this summer, it’s important to know where to go when cravings come calling. Over at Roundhouse, you can enjoy delicious menu options from a scenic deck that sits at 7,700 feet over the valley! This on-mountain dining experience is truly one-of-a-kind and inspires many visitors to return a time or two during their Sun Valley stay with good reason. The Village Station is another terrific stop to add to your lineup when you have a thirst to quench as they offer $5 beers, margaritas, and wines everyday from 3:00 pm until 5:00 pm. Don’t miss out on their half-off appetizers and $9 burgers during this time frame as well.
Attend Summer Concerts in Town
Sun Valley is a vacation destination that knows how to celebrate life and when you head this way in the summer, you’ll arrive just on time to enjoy a variety of seasonal concerts in town. The River Run Summer Series is hosted every Wednesday throughout July and August at the base of River Run. Concerts are on from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm and in addition to great music there’s food, party games, and drinks to enjoy on-site as well. Summer travelers heading to Sun Valley will also want to take time to enjoy the seasonal concert series hosted at the open-air Sun Valley Pavilion this time of year. In years past, it’s been common for locals and visitors to gather together to see Grammy Award Nominee artists like Avett Brothers take to the stage in style.
Add a Great Round of Golf to Your Summer To-Do List in Sun Valley
For those travelers who can’t wait to spend as much time as possible on the greens during their summer getaway, time in Sun Valley is sure to inspire. Here, visitors can make the most of a tee time at Sun Valley Resort where you’ll have access to two 18-hole and one 9-hole golf course. There’s also a 25-acre practice facility for golf enthusiasts to enjoy and an 18-hole putting course right at your fingertips too. Over at the Sun Valley Club, visitors will find a restaurant to enjoy, a wraparound terrace to settle in on, club storage options on-site, club rental selections, and a pro shop to explore as well.
Making The Most of Your Summer Vacation To Sun Valley
When it’s time to unwind in luxury and style, booking your Sun Valley retreat through the team at Abode Sun Valley is always the place to start. Take time to browse our wide variety of inviting property options available today and let us handle the details while you focus exclusively on the fun and adventure ahead. No matter when you arrive, how long you stay, or how many others you travel alongside, the team at Abode Sun Valley is here to make sure your stay is one-of-a-kind. Reach out today to learn more and to get started!
