Chief Joseph Ranch is a Rustic log-and-stone lodge ranch in Darby, Montana, and a filming location for Yellowstone (2018-2024). Built in 1914, it was designed by Bates & Gamble.
Location: Bitterroot Valley, Darby, Montana, United States
Verified facts
- Located in Bitterroot Valley, Darby
confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-1664, SRC-1665, SRC-4100, SRC-4101 - Built in 1914
confidence 80/100 · 7 independent sources · SRC-1664, SRC-1666, SRC-6279, SRC-6280, SRC-6282, SRC-1667, SRC-9834 - Designed by Bates & Gamble
confidence 80/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-1664, SRC-1667, SRC-6281, SRC-6282 - Appeared in Yellowstone (tv, 2018-2024)
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-1664, SRC-1668, SRC-4100 - 6000 sq_ft floor_area_sqft
confidence 80/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-1664, SRC-5060, SRC-4100, SRC-7868 - Architectural style: Rustic log-and-stone lodge
confidence 80/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-1664, SRC-1666, SRC-5060, SRC-4100
Evidence & sources
- SRC-1664 — Chief Joseph Ranch — official history (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1665 — Bitterroot Info — Yellowstone is filmed in the Bitterroot Valley (Tier 3, news; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1666 — Horsey Hooves — Chief Joseph Ranch, the Real-Life Yellowstone Dutton Ranch (Tier 3, news; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1667 — 955 KMBR — A look at the Dutton Ranch, aka Montana's Chief Joseph Ranch (Tier 3, news; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1668 — Wikipedia — Yellowstone (TV series) (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4100 — nbc.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4101 — ravallirepublic.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5060 — Hooked on Houses — Yellowstone Ranch Montana Filming Location (Tier 3, blog; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6279 — Collider — Yellowstone Dutton Ranch true story / real location (Tier 3, web; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6280 — Country Rebel — The Real History Behind The Dutton Ranch (Tier 3, web; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6281 — Yahoo Lifestyle / Real Simple — Yellowstone's Dutton Ranch Is a Real Property (Tier 2, lifestyle journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-6282 — Explore.com — Book A Trip At This Cabin To Feel Like You're On The Set Of Yellowstone (Tier 3, travel/entertainment site; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-7868 — Celebrity Net Worth — Who Owns the Real-Life Yellowstone Ranch? (Tier 3, article; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-9834 — Factual America — The Real-Life Inspirations Behind Yellowstone's Dutton Ranch (Tier 2, news; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
Every fact above is independently corroborated by at least two reputable sources and
confidence-scored before publication. Claims that cannot clear that bar are withheld. We show the
street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
publicly documented filming-location sites); the exact addresses of private residences and any
personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where was Yellowstone filmed?
Chief Joseph Ranch, in Darby, Montana, is a real-world filming location used for Yellowstone.
Who designed Chief Joseph Ranch?
Chief Joseph Ranch was designed by Bates & Gamble.
Where is Chief Joseph Ranch located?
Chief Joseph Ranch is located in Darby, Montana.