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 independent sources · SRC-0949, SRC-0950, SRC-0951, SRC-10053 - Built in 1915
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-0949, SRC-0950, SRC-0952 - Appeared in Deadwood (tv, 2004-2006)
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-0949, SRC-0950, SRC-0951 - Appeared in Westworld (tv, 2016-2022)
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-0949, SRC-4436, SRC-0124 - Appeared in Django Unchained (movie, 2012)
confidence 75/100 · 4 independent sources · 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
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.
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
Where was Deadwood filmed?
Melody Ranch, in Newhall, California, is a real-world filming location used for Deadwood. This property has also appeared on screen in Django Unchained, Westworld.
Where was Django Unchained filmed?
Melody Ranch, in Newhall, California, is a real-world filming location used for Django Unchained. This property has also appeared on screen in Deadwood, Westworld.
Where was Westworld filmed?
Melody Ranch, in Newhall, California, is a real-world filming location used for Westworld. This property has also appeared on screen in 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.