Melody Ranch is a ranch in Newhall, California, and a filming location for Deadwood (2004-2006), Westworld (2016-2022) and Django Unchained (2012). Built in 1915.
Location: 24715 Oak Creek Avenue, Newhall, California, United States
Verified facts
- Located in Placerita Canyon, Newhall
confidence 85/100 · 4 recorded source groups · SRC-0949, SRC-0950, SRC-0951, SRC-10053 - Built in 1915
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-0949, SRC-0950, SRC-0952 - Appeared in Deadwood (tv, 2004-2006)
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-0949, SRC-0950, SRC-0951 - Appeared in Westworld (tv, 2016-2022)
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-0949, SRC-4436, SRC-0124 - Appeared in Django Unchained (movie, 2012)
confidence 75/100 · 4 recorded source groups · SRC-3121, SRC-10314, SRC-9028, SRC-14405
Evidence & sources
- SRC-0124 — Atlas of Wonders (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0949 — Melody Ranch Motion Picture Studio — official site (Tier 1, official_site; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0950 — GeneAutry.com — Melody Ranch, California (Gene Autry Entertainment) (Tier 2, institutional; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0951 — Melody Ranch: Movie Magic in Placerita Canyon — SCVHistory.com (Leon Worden, The Signal) (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0952 — Melody Ranch: Visit the Set Where Gunsmoke and The Lone Ranger Were Filmed — Wide Open Country (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-10053 — Melody Ranch — Wikipedia (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-10314 — https://giggster.com/guide/movie-location/where-was-django-unchained-filmed (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-14405 — Film Oblivion (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-3121 — The Worldwide Guide to Movie Locations — Django Unchained (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4436 — signalscv.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4851 — Film Santa Clarita (City of Santa Clarita Film Office) (Tier 1, government; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-9028 — Where Was Django Unchained Filmed? Django Unchained Filming Locations — The Cinemaholic (Tier 2, film_location_journalism; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
The entries above show the sources and confidence scores recorded in our fact ledger.
Source tiers are internal classifications, not guarantees of accuracy or independence.
Several sources may repeat the same underlying account; a source count alone does not establish independent corroboration. 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.
Plan Your Visit
Hours: Working film studio; no regular public hours. Visits by advance appointment/VIP tour only, subject to production schedule
Frequently asked questions
How is Melody Ranch connected to Deadwood?
Melody Ranch, in Newhall, California, has a documented connection to Deadwood. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection. Other associated screen titles include Django Unchained, Westworld.
How is Melody Ranch connected to Django Unchained?
Melody Ranch, in Newhall, California, has a documented connection to Django Unchained. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection. Other associated screen titles include Deadwood, Westworld.
How is Melody Ranch connected to Westworld?
Melody Ranch, in Newhall, California, has a documented connection to Westworld. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection. Other associated screen titles include Deadwood, Django Unchained.
Can you visit Melody Ranch?
Yes — Melody Ranch is open to the public on a limited basis. Hours: Working film studio; no regular public hours. Visits by advance appointment/VIP tour only, subject to production schedule.
Where is Melody Ranch located?
Melody Ranch is located in Newhall, California.