Kayce Dutton (Luke Grimes) may have traded the sprawling Yellowstone Dutton Ranch for a U.S. Marshal badge, but his new life in Marshals still feels deeply connected to the rugged, untamed world fans have come to love. While the series is officially set in Montana—tying directly into the broader Yellowstone timeline and characters like Tate, Thomas Rainwater, and the lingering East Camp conspiracy—the majority of filming actually takes place in a neighboring state that has become a go-to hub for the franchise.

Marshals Season 1 was primarily shot in and around Utah’s Morgan, Summit, and Wasatch counties, with some additional scenes captured in Montana for authenticity. This mirrors the production path of the original Yellowstone series, which also began filming heavily in Utah before shifting much of its work to Montana in later seasons. The snowy roads, mountainous towns, expansive ranch lands, and sweeping Western vistas viewers see on screen are largely thanks to Utah’s diverse and visually striking landscapes that closely resemble Montana’s terrain.

For Season 2, production remains firmly rooted in Utah. Paramount+ has confirmed that filming began in June 2026 in Park City, with additional work continuing in Salt Lake, Summit, and Wasatch counties in the northern part of the state. Local outlets like The Park Record have reported significant activity around Utah Film Studios in Park City, which serves as a central production base. Fans and locals have even spotted Luke Grimes in the area, confirming that Kayce’s next adventures are once again being captured amid Utah’s dramatic mountain scenery.

Utah has long been a favorite filming destination for Taylor Sheridan’s projects. Its combination of accessible rugged terrain, experienced local crews, and tax incentives make it an ideal stand-in for Montana’s wide-open spaces and harsh weather. The state’s northern counties provide everything from snow-covered roads and alpine towns to sprawling ranch country that perfectly captures the look and feel of Kayce’s world—whether he’s on the family ranch or out enforcing the law as a Marshal.

This continuity in filming locations helps maintain visual consistency across the Yellowstone universe, even as stories branch into new territories like Texas for Dutton Ranch. It allows the spin-offs to feel interconnected while benefiting from practical production advantages.

Filming in these real-world locations isn’t without difficulties. As seen in other Sheridan productions, cast and crew often contend with extreme weather, remote terrain, and even wildlife encounters. For Marshals, the Utah backdrops help ground Kayce’s story in a believable extension of the Montana setting, making his struggles with family legacy, new responsibilities, and lingering threats feel all the more authentic.

As Season 2 continues production, fans can look forward to more of the sweeping cinematography and immersive environments that have become hallmarks of the franchise. Whether Kayce is chasing down leads, protecting his family, or confronting the weight of the Dutton name, the Utah-filmed landscapes will continue to play a starring role in bringing his journey to life.

Marshals Season 2 is expected to premiere in fall 2026 on Paramount+. Until then, the familiar yet fresh locations provide another reason to stay deeply invested in Kayce’s evolving story within the ever-expanding Yellowstone universe.