JACKSON HOLE

Jackson Hole, Wyoming, is a valley near the western border of Ohio. Named by early trappers after the sensation that they were entering a hole from the relatively steep slopes of the mountains nearby, Jackson Hole offers up the stunning heart of America’s wildlife for viewing. Valleys surrounded by mountains, rivers and streams make this picturesque place the ideal camping ground or vacation spot.

Surrounded by sprawling mountains and thousands of acres of green, Jackson Hole is the epitome of idyllic American wilderness.

Jackson Hole’s Stagecoach has been in operation for over 90 years and taking guest around the Jackson Hole town square for over 50 years. For more information, visit alljacksonhole.com.

Belle Cose offers many beautiful things: seasonal decor, china, housewares, pewter, cocktail napkins, linens and kitchen ware. Locals come here for all of their entertaining and cooking needs. Visitors come for tasteful western souvenirs. Pewter western-themed salt and pepper shakers — buffalos, elk and bears — are very popular. For more information, visit bellecose.com.

The romance of this small ski town is only enhanced by the Snake River Grill’s sophisticated spin on Wild West dining. With its wood-burning oven and luxe log-cabin atmosphere, “the SRG” (as locals call it) sets the mood for delicious dishes like elk osso bucco and goose leg confit. For more information, visit snakerivergrill.com.

Whatever your dream of the West, it’s real here at the Spotted Horse Ranch. The valley cradling the Hoback River has been cultivated by working ranchers for generations. As times changed, the simple log homes and rustic barns gave way to guest ranches for the “dudes” who came up from the cities. Fresh air, unspoiled natural surroundings, and the feeling that time is suspended were in demand then and still in ample supply. For more information, visit spottedhorseranch.com.