John Scott Productions

Location & Logistics

Access, basecamp, parking, utilities and travel information for production planning.

Plan the scout before the drive

The ranch is near Longview, Alberta — about 45 minutes southwest of Calgary — in the foothills of the Rockies. Calgary’s crews, rental houses, hotels and international airport are within an easy drive.

  • Drive times from Calgary and YYC
  • Road surfaces and seasonal conditions
  • Production-truck and trailer access
  • Gate dimensions and turning areas
  • Parking and basecamp capacity
  • Power, water and washrooms
  • Cell coverage and connectivity
  • Nearby accommodation and emergency access

Directions are shared with confirmed productions

For ranch security and animal safety, the website shows the general Longview location only. Gate details and access instructions are sent once a scout or shoot is confirmed.

Alberta production incentives

Check current eligibility with the Government of Alberta’s official film and television program information.

Getting here

Foothills scale, city-close.

The ranch sits in the foothills near Longview, Alberta, with Calgary’s crews, equipment houses and airport within an easy drive. Gate directions are sent to confirmed productions.

  • LocationLongview, Alberta, Canada
  • Downtown CalgaryAbout 45 minutes
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC)58 minutes
Location & logistics

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