The Netflix series Ransom Canyon , though set in Texas, was primarily filmed in New Mexico. Key filming locations include areas around Albuquerque and Santa Fe, as well as the historic mining town of Las Vegas, New Mexico, which stands in for the fictional town of Ransom Canyon. This town was chosen because its old turn-of-the-century architecture resembles that of a traditional Texas town
. Specific ranch locations used in the series include:
- Blame Her Ranch near Santa Fe, which portrays Davis Collins’s Bar W Ranch. This 2,000-acre ranch features scenic views and western-themed buildings
- Dead Horse Ranch , located between Las Vegas and Santa Fe, which serves as Staten Kirkland’s Double K Ranch. It spans over 6,100 acres and includes multiple residences and equestrian facilities
- Buena Vista Ranch in northeastern New Mexico, used for Cap Fuller’s ranch scenes. The ranch covers several counties and was used for the main quarters filming
Additionally, Quinn's home is filmed at the Pond House at Bonanza Creek Ranch, a historic filming location used in many movies since the 1950s
. In summary, although the story is set in Texas, Ransom Canyon was filmed entirely in New Mexico, leveraging its diverse landscapes and historic towns to create an authentic Western atmosphere