Experience the Real Dutton Ranch from Yellowstone

Let me let you in on a little secret: Yellowstone is one of the best shows on television. There is no argument here. It has drama oozing out of its pores, a plotline that just won’t quit, and features Kevin Costner. However, it’s got one more thing going for it: a stunning set location in the Montana wilderness that will make you say, “I want to be there,” right from episode one. Well, guess what fans, now you can be.

Visit the Real Dutton Ranch

As Town & Country reported, the real Dutton Ranch is located in Darby, Montana, and it’s just as glorious as you’d expect. Moreover, it has cabins available for rental.

History of the Dutton Ranch

“The property on which the ranch sits was located in the western part of lands inhabited by the Salish tribe for hundreds of years,” the website for Chief Joseph Ranch reads. “When Lewis and Clark entered the upper Bitterroot Valley in September 1805, they followed a trail used by the native tribes. The Nez Perce also annually traveled the trail south to reach the bison hunting grounds in the Big Hole Valley, often banding together with the Salish to counter threats from other tribes, notably the Blackfoot.”

The land was homesteaded by settlers in 1880 before being sold to federal judge Howard Clark Hollister and glass tycoon William Ford, who built the main lodge, currently used as John Dutton’s home in the show.

“In the early 1950s, the Ford and Hollister Ranch was sold and renamed the Chief Joseph Ranch, in honor of the great Nez Perce chief and his journey through the property,” the website adds. Today, the ranch serves as the fictional Dutton Ranch on Paramount Network’s television sensation Yellowstone.”

Cabin Rentals at Chief Joseph Ranch

The land still functions as a working farm. However, the current owners have offered up two cabins for rental: Lee Dutton’s cabin and Rip’s Cabin.

• Lee Dutton’s Cabin: Overlooks the Bitterroot River, providing 360-degree views of the Bitterroot Mountains and the Sapphire Mountains. Built in 1916, it served as housing for the lodge’s domestic staff and is now utilized by fishermen and vacationers. The cabin can accommodate up to eight guests across several spacious bedrooms. Rates start at $1,200 per night for four guests, with an additional $50 for each extra guest.
• Rip’s Cabin: Offers a more rustic setting and can also accommodate up to eight guests. It features two primary suites, a full kitchen, and two porches to enjoy the stunning landscape. Rates begin at $1,500 per night for four guests, again with a $50 surcharge for each additional guest.

A tour of the ranch and the set locations is included in every rental, making it an appealing opportunity for true fans of the show. Therefore, to check out the availability, visit their website.