By leah jones
Yellowstone is a Western drama series that follows the Dutton family, led by patriarch John, who owns a ranch near Yellowstone National Park in Montana. His property is the largest contiguous cattle ranch in the US.
The show revolves around the family's struggle to maintain control of their land amid conflicts with developers, Native American reservations and government officials.
Fans of Yellowstone have grown to love the easily recognizable sets, like Dutton Ranch, as much as the characters. Learn more about the Yellowstone film locations here and what to know about visiting them.
Despite Yellowstone taking place in Montana, Utah is the main filming location for 75% of the first three seasons. The show mostly filmed in cities such as Park City, Ogden and Spanish Fork.
However, Yellowstone eventually moved its primary filming location to Montana for seasons four and five. This was because of Montana's $10 million tax incentive.
Montana is the film location of the beloved Dutton family ranch and the fictional Broken Rock Reservation. Other scenes were shot in various locations across the state, including Missoula, Hamilton and the Bitterroot Valley.
Texas is the film location of the real 6666 Ranch (Guthrie) and of Mary’s Brazos Cafe (Weatherford), a shop featured in season four.
The real film location for Dutton Ranch is called Chief Joseph Ranch, located in Darby, Montana. This 5,000-square-foot property is not just a set but a family-owned and operated business.
Fans of Yellowstone can rent one of the guest cabins at the ranch for a minimum of three nights at a starting price of $1,400 per night. While touring, they can take a picture with the Yellowstone sign from the show.
The Chief Joseph Ranch has a long history dating back to 1880. It is now owned by the Libel family, who have been living in the main home on the property since 2012.
The fictional Broken Rock Reservation was primarily filmed on the Crow Indian Reservation outside of Billings, Montana.
It is home to the real Crow Nation, providing an authentic backdrop for the series' portrayal of Native Americans.
The 6666 Ranch, introduced in season four, is a real ranch located in Guthrie, Texas. It was purchased by the creator of Yellowstone and will likely be featured in the show’s spinoff, 6666.