A skier’s paradise, Sun Valley Resort in Idaho is much more than a winter destination. It offers nearly everything one could possibly hope for–majestic mountains, a dry mountain desert climate and plenty of sun–in fact, the skies are blue and sunny for nearly 80 percent of the year. So it’s no surprise that the Sun […]The post Sun Valley is Not Just A Ski Destination: A Resort For All Seasons appeared first on Pursuitist.

Skiing on Bald Mountain at the Sun Valley Resort. Jon Mancuso PhotographyA skier’s paradise, Sun Valley Resort in Idaho is much more than a winter destination. It offers nearly everything one could possibly hope for–majestic mountains, a dry mountain desert climate and plenty of sun–in fact, the skies are blue and sunny for nearly 80 percent of the year. So it’s no surprise that the Sun Valley Resort, which includes a historic lodge, an inn, several restaurants, golf courses and a slew of amenities, is now even busier during the summer months, than it is during ski season.The vacation destination of the rich and famous since its founding, Sun Valley has attracted Hollywood stars such as Gregory Peck and Lucille Ball as well as many world-famous politicians and royalty, from U.S. President Harry Truman to King Abdullah II of Jordan.The resort, which was founded in 1936 as America?s first destination ski resort, is now a year-round playground for guests who love outdoor pursuits, from fly fishing, hiking a...