Sun Valley in the summer is a delight

Okay, so the snow’s melting in Sun Valley. Doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do in this idyllic Idaho enclave. June 4 there’s the Sun Valley Half Marathon. June 11 it’s the Sawtooth relay. June 16 through 18 bring along your bike for the Sheeptown Fat Tire rally. Finish off the month of June with the Dollar Mountain 10k.

But before you can run, you’ve got to fly. Alaska Airlines operates nonstop summer seasonal Los Angeles flights to Sun Valley, as well as Seattle flights to Sun Valley – and right now they’re on sale.

Fares are one way. Double them if you book roundtrip. Neither taxes nor fees are included.

• Seattle flights to Sun Valley (usually $274) are $129.
• Los Angeles flights to Sun Valley (usually $309) are $129.

Need another reason to get up and go to Idaho? Get two-for-one golf at the Sun Valley Resort Golf Courses. Just present your Alaska Airlines boarding pass. This promotion lasts through Jun. 12.

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Story by Jerry Chandler

(Image: Brian Gurrola)