When Taylor Sheridan was developing the television series that would become Yellowstone, he described his concept to studio executives as “The Godfather in Montana.”
Not a Western. Not a ranch drama. The Godfather — the story of a patriarch defending his family empire through whatever means necessary, with violence and betrayal and loyalty as the currency — mapped onto a Montana ranching dynasty on the border of the nation’s first national park.
HBO passed on it. Paramount Network didn’t, and in May 2017 gave the greenlight to its first scripted series. By August 2017, a location manager was driving through the Bitterroot Valley south of Darby and spotted a 2,500-acre working cattle ranch with a 5,000-square-foot log mansion, iconic white barns, and mountains rising on every side. He made a cold call.
Shane and Angela Libel — who had purchased the property in 2012 — picked up the phone. The Dutton Ranch was born. And millions of people now watch Shane Libel’s living room every episode and think it’s quintessential Montana.
They’re right.
Quick Answer — Chief Joseph Ranch Montana
Chief Joseph Ranch is a 2,500-acre working cattle ranch just south of Darby, Montana — the real-life filming location of Paramount Network’s Yellowstone series and its spinoffs. Owned by Shane and Angela Libel, who purchased it in 2012. Guests can stay in Lee Dutton’s cabin (fisherman’s cabin, sleeps 8, $1,400/night base) or Rip’s cabin (Ben Cook cabin, sleeps 6, $1,700/night base). 2026 bookings open March 15–August 31. Three-night minimum. Guests may bring their own horses. No meals provided — full kitchens in each cabin. Shane gives guided tours of the property with each stay. The Dutton Ranch spinoff (Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser) continues to film at the ranch.
- Chief Joseph Ranch is the real-life “Dutton Ranch” from Paramount’s Yellowstone — a 2,500-acre working cattle ranch just south of Darby in Montana’s Bitterroot Valley
- Taylor Sheridan’s original pitch: “The Godfather in Montana” — HBO passed; Paramount said yes
- The ranch became a filming location through a cold call — the Libels were NOT listed as a film location
- The main house (Ford-Hollister Lodge): 5,000 sq ft, 2,200 sq ft parlor, built 1914-1917, called a “log mansion” by the New York Times, compared architecturally to the Old Faithful Inn
- The ranch carries Chief Joseph’s name because Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce crossed this land in 1887 fleeing the U.S. Army during the Nez Perce War
- Rip’s cabin: $1,700/night, sleeps 6; Lee’s cabin: $1,400/night, sleeps 8; 2026 open March 15–August 31; guests may bring horses
- The Dutton Ranch spinoff (Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser) continues filming at CJR in 2026
- For Montana ranch vacation options beyond filming locations, see our Montana ranches guide
The Land Before It Was Yellowstone ⭐
The story of Chief Joseph Ranch has three distinct layers that no travel blog has told in sequence — and each one adds meaning to what you’re looking at when you drive through the gates.
Layer One: 1880 — The Shelton Ranch
The land was first settled and named the Shelton Ranch in 1880, in the earliest era of homesteading in the Bitterroot Valley. At this point, the land was being established as agricultural ground in a river valley that would become one of Montana’s most productive.
Layer Two: 1887 — Chief Joseph Crosses This Ground
The ranch carries the name of one of the most significant figures in American Native history — and the connection to this specific land is direct.
In 1877, Chief Joseph (Hinmatóowyalahtq̓it — “Thunder Rolling in the Mountains”) of the Wallowa band of the Nez Perce led his people on a 1,170-mile retreat from their traditional homeland in present-day Oregon toward Canada, attempting to avoid forced relocation to a reservation. The U.S. Army pursued them across Idaho and Montana.
In 1887, Chief Joseph and his people journeyed across the land that is now Chief Joseph Ranch in the Bitterroot Valley. The landscape that Taylor Sheridan chose for his “Godfather in Montana” — the valley, the mountains, the river — was the landscape that Chief Joseph’s people crossed during one of the most dramatic and tragic episodes in American history.
When the ranch was renamed from Ford-Hollister Ranch in the 1950s, it was renamed in honor of that crossing. The name given to the land is not decorative — it’s a specific act of acknowledgment for what happened here.
Layer Three: 1914-1917 — The Ford-Hollister Lodge
In 1914, the land came into the possession of an extraordinary partnership: William S. Ford, chairman of Owens-Illinois Glass Company in Toledo, Ohio, and Howard Clark Hollister, a Federal Judge for the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. Together they purchased 2,500 acres on the Bitterroot River and built a vacation retreat.
They commissioned Bates & Gamble of Toledo to design the main house — a decision that produced one of the most architecturally significant private buildings in Montana’s Bitterroot Valley. The result: a 5,000-square-foot structure with a 2,200-square-foot parlor, built in a log cabin motif significant enough that The New York Times dubbed it a “log mansion.”
The architectural comparison the NBC guide makes is instructive: the Ford-Hollister Lodge has been compared in style to the Old Faithful Inn, which opened in 1904 and stands 294 driving miles away in Yellowstone National Park. The Old Faithful Inn is considered one of the finest examples of National Park Service rustic architecture in the country. The log mansion south of Darby belongs in a similar conversation.
Shane Libel — who with his wife Angela purchased the ranch in 2012 and lives in the Ford-Hollister Lodge — told TV Insider: “I’ll tell you what’s extraordinarily humbling: sitting in my living room watching this show that is filmed in my house, and the show is watched by millions and millions of people worldwide. I sit there and realize that, to millions of people, my house is quintessential Montana.”
He is not wrong. The Ford-Hollister Lodge is what millions of people think Montana looks like. And it’s a working ranch family’s actual home.
For Montana’s broader history of filming locations, see our movies filmed in Montana guide.
The Cold Call That Made the Dutton Ranch ⭐
The origin story of how Chief Joseph Ranch became the Yellowstone Dutton Ranch is more interesting than the standard “the producers chose this location” narrative that most entertainment reporting uses.
The official Chief Joseph Ranch FAQ is specific: “The Reader’s Digest version of the story is that it was a cold call. We did not have the ranch listed as a film location. We are humbled and honored that Paramount chose our ranch as the setting of this amazing series.”
A Yellowstone location manager was driving through the Bitterroot Valley and saw the 2,500-acre ranch with its iconic white barns and log mansion main house. No listing, no representation, no intermediary — the manager saw the property from the road and called the owners directly.
The Libels, who had purchased the property six years earlier in 2012, said yes. Principal photography began at Chief Joseph Ranch in August 2017. The series premiered on Paramount Network in 2018.
Since the premiere, Yellowstone has become one of the most successful cable series in American television history. Guests from New Jersey, Sussex (England), and dozens of other locations have made pilgrimages to the Bitterroot Valley to stand where the Duttons stand. The Libels, for their part, have “gleefully leaned into the ranch’s popularity.”
The spinoffs: Yellowstone produced the prequel series 1883 (2021-2022) and 1923 (2022-2025). The ongoing spinoff Dutton Ranch — starring Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser reprising their roles as Beth and Rip — continues to film at Chief Joseph Ranch. If you’re planning a visit in 2026, be aware that filming for Dutton Ranch may affect available dates.
The ranch’s official website specifically notes: “During filming, there will be security at the gates.”
What You’re Watching When You Watch Yellowstone ⭐
For Yellowstone fans who want to understand exactly which locations you’ve been seeing:
The main Dutton house: The Ford-Hollister Lodge — 5,000 square feet, 2,200-square-foot parlor. The dining table where the family arguments happen, the front porch where John Dutton delivers monologues, the kitchen where Beth and the family gather, the back porch, the helipad, and the yard are all actual Chief Joseph Ranch locations used for filming.
Rip’s cabin (the Ben Cook cabin): Where Rip Wheeler lives on the show is a real cabin on the property — guests can stay in it (details below).
Lee Dutton’s cabin (the fisherman’s cabin): The cabin associated with Lee Dutton in the series — also available for guest stays.
The Rocking Y brand: The iconic brand visible on the white barns is the Chief Joseph Ranch’s own brand. The barns are the same ones visitors see from US-93 as they approach the property. Multiple TripAdvisor reviewers describe the moment they drive through the gates and see the white barns as the most emotionally resonant moment of the trip — the visual exactly matching what they’ve watched on screen.
Beyond the ranch: Yellowstone filmed throughout the Bitterroot Valley. Locations around Darby and Hamilton were used extensively. Production also took place in downtown Missoula, Helena, Bozeman, and on the Crow Reservation near Billings.
The Train Station: The specific location that Yellowstone fans seek most aggressively — where the Duttons “send people to the train station” (dispose of enemies) — is not at the ranch. In the show, it’s presented as just over the Wyoming border. In filming reality, it’s a highway turnout on US-93 south of Darby in Sula, Montana, at Sula Peak Road 5727. You can visit it, but as the Glacier Country guide notes: watch for cars and be respectful.
For the complete Montana filming locations picture, see our movies filmed in Montana guide.
Staying at Chief Joseph Ranch: 2026 Guide ⭐
Chief Joseph Ranch is available for guest stays between filming seasons. 2026 bookings are open from March 15 through August 31. The dates are determined by the filming schedule; when Dutton Ranch or other productions are filming, the ranch is not available for guests.
Key Booking Facts
Three-night minimum stay. No single-night or two-night bookings.
Guests may bring their own horses. This is a specific and unusual amenity — Chief Joseph Ranch allows guests to trailer in their own horses and ride the 2,500-acre property.
No meals are served on the ranch. Each cabin has a fully equipped kitchen and an outdoor grill. Local caterers can be arranged if you want in-cabin meal service. Grocery options: People’s Market in Darby (2 miles from the ranch), multiple grocery stores in Hamilton (25 minutes north), and The Good Food Store in Missoula for specialty dietary needs including gluten-free.
Full property access. TripAdvisor reviewers consistently describe having full access to the entire 2,500-acre property — walking the pastures, feeding horses, exploring the grounds.
Shane gives tours. The owner, Shane Libel, personally conducts tours of the property for staying guests, including the filming locations and the Ford-Hollister Lodge’s main rooms.
Airport: Missoula International Airport (MSO) is the closest commercial airport. The official FAQ issues a specific caution: “It has been our experience that flights through Denver International Airport often have delays that can potentially bump a flight into Missoula to the next day.” If you’re flying in with Denver as a connection, plan buffer time.
Lee Dutton’s Cabin (The Fisherman’s Cabin)
The Yellowstone connection: Lee Dutton’s cabin on the show; in real life, it’s called the fisherman’s cabin.
Accommodations:
- Main level: king-size bed, full bathroom, living room, kitchen, screened-in porch
- Upstairs: two queen-sized beds, full bathroom
- Loft: two twin-sized beds
Capacity: 4 guests base; up to 8 guests maximum ($75 per person per night beyond 4)
Rate: $1,400 per night (base rate, 4 guests)
Best for: Families or groups wanting more flexible sleeping arrangements; the loft adds a separate space for children or additional couples.
Rip’s Cabin (The Ben Cook Cabin)
The Yellowstone connection: Rip Wheeler’s cabin on the show; in real life, it’s called the Ben Cook cabin.
Accommodations:
- Three queen-size beds
- Two twin beds
- Two full bathrooms
- Kitchen
- Living room
- Two porches
Capacity: 4 guests base; up to 6 guests maximum ($75 per person per night beyond 4)
Rate: $1,700 per night (base rate, 4 guests)
Best for: Groups who want the most immediate visual connection to Yellowstone — this is Rip’s space. The two porches provide the outdoor sitting experience that multiple reviews describe as essential.
Both cabins have washer and dryer in-unit. Both cabins are fully self-sufficient for cooking. Both cabins can be rented for the same stay — some groups book both simultaneously.
The Chief Joseph Ranch Experience: What Reviewers Actually Say
The TripAdvisor reviews for Chief Joseph Ranch are some of the most internationally diverse in Montana’s ranch review landscape — guests from New Jersey, England, Ireland, Switzerland, and across the US all describing the same specific emotional experience.
The arrival moment: Driving through the gates and seeing the white barns with the Rocking Y brand against the Bitterroot Mountain backdrop is consistently the first review beat. Multiple guests describe it as the moment the ranch’s reality — the difference between the screen and the actual land — becomes visceral.
Angela’s pre-arrival preparation: The owner Angela Libel is described across reviews as exceptionally communicative before arrival — providing information on cabin amenities, local restaurant suggestions, activity contacts, and grocery logistics. One reviewer: “Angela provided tons of information in advance of our stay, including our cabin amenities, as well as suggestions and contact info on restaurants, activities, and points of interest in Darby and nearby towns. And she made sure our cabin kitchen was fully stocked with all the basic needs.”
The apple pie welcome: Multiple reviewers specifically mention apple pie left in the cabin on arrival — a specific hospitality detail that no travel blog has highlighted.
Shane’s tour: The owner conducts guided property tours for staying guests. The tour covers the filming locations, the ranch’s operating areas, and the history of the property. Reviewers consistently call it a highlight.
Emotional experience for Yellowstone fans: The reviews are notably emotional. A couple from Sussex, England: “We came all the way from Sussex, England looking for ‘Yellowstone’ and found something even better… We arrived as guests but left feeling like friends… a little piece of our hearts stayed behind.”
What consistently surprises Yellowstone fans who visit: they arrive focused on the show and leave focused on the actual ranch, the actual landscape, and the actual Libel family’s connection to this land.
The Complete Yellowstone Fan Tour of Darby and the Bitterroot ⭐
Chief Joseph Ranch is the centerpiece of any Yellowstone fan pilgrimage to the Bitterroot Valley, but the surrounding area has specific filming-location and fan-experience stops that no dedicated travel blog has consolidated:
1. The Ranch Gates from US-93
The ranch is not open for casual drive-in visits. The Rocking Y sign and the white barns are visible from US-93, and pulling off to photograph them is specifically acknowledged — and specifically managed — by the ranch. The official guidance: don’t block the driveway, be courteous. During filming, security will be at the gates and photos will not be permitted.
If you want to visit the interior, booking one of the two cabins is the only avenue.
2. The Train Station — Sula, Montana
The most-sought Yellowstone filming location that is NOT at the ranch: the body-disposal site known in the show as “the train station” (where the Duttons “send people to the train station”).
Real location: A highway turnout on US-93 south of Darby in Sula, Montana, specifically at Sula Peak Road 5727. It’s a piece of highway infrastructure — an unremarkable turnout to most drivers — that Yellowstone fans specifically seek out. Note: watch your footing on the turnout terrain.
3. Double H Custom Hat Company — Darby ⭐
The Glacier Country tour guide specifically calls this out as a fan-pilgrimage stop: Double H Custom Hat Company in Darby, where Jimmy “the hat man” makes custom cowboy hats.
A Yellowstone fan who has just been on the Dutton Ranch wearing a custom cowboy hat made in the nearest town to the ranch has completed an experience that no other Montana destination can provide. No travel blog about Chief Joseph Ranch mentions this.
4. Bitterroot Valley Filming Locations Beyond Darby
Hamilton area: Production of Yellowstone used multiple Bitterroot Valley locations around Hamilton, 25 miles north of Darby. For complete Hamilton activities and local guide, see our Hamilton things to do guide.
Missoula: Production took place in downtown Missoula — filming locations included the Community Medical Center, Ryman Street near the County Courthouse, and Ruby’s Cafe on Brooks Street. Missoula is approximately 1 hour north of Darby.
Helena: The Governor’s Office scenes were filmed at the Montana State Capitol in Helena.
Crow Reservation: The Broken Rock Reservation scenes were filmed on the Crow Reservation near Billings in southern Montana.
Outdoor Activities Near Chief Joseph Ranch
Chief Joseph Ranch is a working ranch and filming location, not a guest-activity ranch in the traditional sense. Activities during your stay at the ranch itself are primarily:
- Exploring the 2,500-acre property on foot
- Feeding horses
- Riding your own horses (if you trailer them in)
- The Shane-guided property tour
For organized outdoor adventures in the area, the following are closest:
Bitterroot National Forest: Adjacent to the ranch on multiple sides. Hiking trails accessible from Darby including the Magruder Corridor for experienced backcountry explorers. See our Darby things to do guide for the full outdoor options.
Bitterroot River Fly Fishing: The official ranch FAQ covers the fishing calendar with unusual specificity: 23 distinct hatches on the Bitterroot from January through November. The Skwala stonefly hatch begins in mid-to-late March, providing the first serious dry-fly action of the year. The river is NOT fishable during spring snowmelt runoff, which typically begins around May and lasts through mid-June. Fishing returns in late June and continues through late fall.
For fly fishing guides and access points, see our Montana guided tours guide.
Salmon River scenic float (Idaho): Multiple TripAdvisor reviewers describe taking a scenic float on the Salmon River in Idaho as a day activity during their CJR stay. Idaho is accessible via US-93 over the Beaverhead Mountains from Darby.
Lolo Hot Springs: Approximately 60 miles north of Darby via US-93 and US-12. A post-ranch-week soak at the Lolo Hot Springs geothermal pools is a natural complement to the Bitterroot visit. See our Lolo Hot Springs guide.
Who Should Stay at Chief Joseph Ranch
Yellowstone fans who want the complete immersive experience. Staying in Rip’s or Lee’s cabin — living in the sets, waking up to the same Bitterroot Mountain backdrop, having Shane explain what was filmed where — is the most complete Yellowstone fan experience available anywhere. There is no production tour, no behind-the-scenes access, no memorabilia that delivers what three nights in the actual filming location delivers.
Couples and small family groups. With two cabins sleeping 8 and 6 respectively, Chief Joseph Ranch works best for 2-8 guests. The intimate scale — only two guest cabins, one working ranch — creates a genuine immersion rather than a resort visit.
Horse owners. The specific provision allowing guests to bring their own horses — to ride on 2,500 acres of Bitterroot Valley land, on terrain that has been cattle ranch ground since 1880 — is a rare amenity.
History enthusiasts. The Chief Joseph/Nez Perce connection, the 1914-1917 Ford-Hollister Lodge architecture, and the 140-year ownership history make this one of the more historically layered ranch properties in Montana.
For seasonal planning in the Bitterroot Valley, see our best time to visit Montana guide.
What Competitors Miss About Chief Joseph Ranch
After reviewing every travel and entertainment guide for this keyword, these are the consistently missed angles:
“The Godfather in Montana.” Taylor Sheridan’s original pitch concept — which explains the show’s DNA and why the visual language of the ranch matters — appears nowhere in travel blog coverage of Chief Joseph Ranch.
The cold call. The ranch did not seek filming, was not listed as a film location, and became the Dutton Ranch because a location manager made an unrequested phone call after seeing the property from the road. This is a better origin story than “the producers chose this ranch.”
The Ford-Hollister Lodge architectural history. Ohio industrialist William S. Ford and Federal Judge Howard Clark Hollister commissioned Bates & Gamble of Toledo to design a log mansion so significant the New York Times named it and it’s been compared to the Old Faithful Inn. No travel blog covers this.
Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce 1887. The land that millions watch on television was crossed by one of the most significant figures in American history during the Nez Perce War. The ranch carries his name because of this crossing. No travel blog connects these dots.
The Train Station in Sula. The most famous Yellowstone filming location that is NOT at the ranch — the body-disposal turnout on US-93 at Sula Peak Road 5727. Only tour operator guides mention this; no Chief Joseph Ranch travel guide includes it.
Double H Custom Hat Company. Custom cowboy hats in the town nearest the Dutton Ranch. Only tour operator guides mention it.
Guests can bring their own horses. A specific amenity — trail your horses to the Dutton Ranch and ride 2,500 acres — mentioned in April 2026 Parade.com coverage and nowhere in travel blog coverage.
The Dutton Ranch spinoff (Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser) still filming at CJR in 2026. A planning-relevant fact about 2026 booking availability that no travel blog has integrated into visitor guidance.
The 23-hatch Bitterroot River fishing calendar. The official FAQ provides the most detailed ranch-adjacent fishing calendar of any Montana guest ranch, and no travel blog covering CJR has developed it.
The Denver airport warning. The official FAQ specifically cautions against Denver connections for Missoula flights. A planning detail specific to this ranch that every visitor needs.
Apple pie in the cabin on arrival. A specific hospitality detail mentioned in multiple TripAdvisor reviews and not covered by any travel blog.
Final Thoughts
The Bitterroot Valley was chosen because it looks like what people imagine Montana to be. Taylor Sheridan — who wrote Yellowstone as the “Godfather in Montana” and initially pitched it to HBO — found in the Bitterroot the landscape that matched the scale of the story he wanted to tell.
When a location manager cold-called the Libels in 2017, he was making a call about a piece of land that had been settled in 1880, named in honor of a 19th-century military flight, built into a log mansion by an Ohio glass executive and a federal judge, renamed for the Nez Perce leader who had crossed it generations earlier, and purchased in 2012 by a family who had no idea that four years later it would become the most watched ranch in the world.
Shane Libel sits in his living room and watches millions of people watching his house. The Rocking Y on the white barns is visible from US-93 to anyone who drives south from Darby.
You can stay in Rip’s cabin for three nights and wake up to the same mountains John Dutton’s fictional family woke up to. The mountains are real. The kitchen is fully stocked if you bring the groceries. The apple pie will be waiting.
Questions about Chief Joseph Ranch? Drop them in the comments. For the full Montana ranch vacation landscape, see our Montana ranches guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chief Joseph Ranch the real Yellowstone ranch?
Yes. Chief Joseph Ranch, a 2,500-acre working cattle ranch just south of Darby, Montana, is the primary filming location for Paramount Network’s Yellowstone and serves as the Dutton family’s ranch in the series. The main house (the Ford-Hollister Lodge, 5,000 sq ft) is where the Libel family — current owners Shane and Angela Libel — actually live when the show isn’t filming. The lodge’s great room, kitchen, front and back porches, helipad, and yard have all been used for filming.
Can I stay at the Yellowstone ranch in Montana?
Yes, when filming is not in progress. Chief Joseph Ranch offers two guest cabins: Lee Dutton’s cabin (fisherman’s cabin; sleeps 8, $1,400/night base for 4 guests, $75/person beyond 4) and Rip’s cabin (Ben Cook cabin; sleeps 6, $1,700/night base for 4 guests, $75/person beyond 4). 2026 bookings are open March 15–August 31. Three-night minimum. Guests may bring their own horses. Book at chiefjosephranch.net; dates fill quickly.
Who owns Chief Joseph Ranch in Darby Montana?
Chief Joseph Ranch is owned and operated by Shane and Angela Libel, who purchased the 2,500-acre Bitterroot Valley ranch in 2012 — six years before Yellowstone‘s premiere season. Shane conducts guided property tours for staying guests. Angela manages pre-arrival communication and guest logistics, and is described by TripAdvisor reviewers as exceptionally helpful in trip planning. The ranch became a Yellowstone filming location through a cold call from a Paramount location manager who spotted the property from the road.
Why is it called Chief Joseph Ranch?
Chief Joseph Ranch takes its name from Chief Joseph (Hinmatóowyalahtq̓it), the respected leader of the Wallowa band of the Nez Perce. In 1887, Chief Joseph and his people journeyed across this Bitterroot Valley land while fleeing the U.S. Army during the Nez Perce War. The ranch was originally called the Shelton Ranch (1880), then the Ford-Hollister Ranch (1914), and was renamed Chief Joseph Ranch in the 1950s in honor of that crossing. The series Yellowstone calls the same land the Dutton Ranch.
What is the history of the main house at Chief Joseph Ranch?
The main house at Chief Joseph Ranch is the Ford-Hollister Lodge, a 5,000-square-foot log mansion (including a 2,200-square-foot parlor) built between 1914 and 1917. It was commissioned by William S. Ford, chairman of Owens-Illinois Glass Company of Toledo, Ohio, and Howard Clark Hollister, a Federal Judge, and designed by the architectural firm Bates & Gamble of Toledo. The New York Times dubbed it a “log mansion.” It has been compared in architectural style to the Old Faithful Inn (1904) in Yellowstone National Park. The Libel family lives in the lodge when Yellowstone or its spinoffs are not filming.
Is Yellowstone still filming at Chief Joseph Ranch?
Yes. The Dutton Ranch spinoff — starring Kelly Reilly (Beth Dutton) and Cole Hauser (Rip Wheeler) — is set to continue filming at Chief Joseph Ranch. Additional Yellowstone franchise productions may also use the location. Guest stays are available during non-filming windows; the 2026 guest season runs March 15–August 31. During filming, security personnel are at the gates and the property is not accessible to day visitors or guests.
Where is “the train station” from Yellowstone?
“The train station” — the body-disposal location referenced repeatedly in Yellowstone — is not at Chief Joseph Ranch. In the show, it’s presented as just over the Wyoming border. In reality, it’s filmed at a highway turnout on US-93 south of Darby in Sula, Montana, at Sula Peak Road 5727. It’s a real highway turnout that Yellowstone fans seek out as a specific filming location stop. Watch your footing and don’t block traffic if you visit.
