Many scenes of Heartland took place in Alberta. The Mongolian village that was used for filming was not actually in Mongolia, but rather in Canada. It is located in the Drumheller Valley near Drumheller, only about a 75 minutes drive from Calgary. The Drumheller Valley is known for its abundant wildlife and natural beauty. It also has a long history of mining activity, including gold, silver, lead, zinc, and coal. The Drumheller Valley is located in the northern part of the Canadian province of Alberta. It is bordered to the north by the Little Bow River, to the west by the Red Deer River and the Trans-Canada Highway, to the south by the Crowsnest Pass, and to the east by the Bow River. The valley runs from west to east. Its altitude is approximately 300 meters (1,000 feet) above sea level.