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Belt
Spend a half‑day in Belt for the museum and park; add Sluice Boxes State Park as an optional outing if you have a car and a permit.
Belt is a tiny historic town in central Montana. One half‑day covers the Belt Museum and Castner Park; a full day lets you drive to Sluice Boxes State Park for hiking or camping. Overnight lodging is scarce, so most visitors stay in nearby Great Falls.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Nov–Feb (cold, limited services)
- Airport
- GTF
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Belt911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Belt, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyLow crime rates; main risk is winter weather and remote roads – drive cautiously and carry emergency supplies.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police · 911 fire · 911 ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportGTF Great Falls International Airport (About 30 min drive via US‑89).
- Getting aroundTown is walk‑ or bike‑friendly; reach by car on US‑89.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–$3
- BeerBeer (draft)$4–$6
- Museum or sight ticketBelt Museum entrycheckFree–$5
- Budget bedGreat Falls hotel room, a night, per roomUS$90
- Mid-range bedGreat Falls hotel room, a night, per roomUS$130
- High-end bedGreat Falls hotel room, a night, per roomUS$200
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$55 · Mid US$95 · High US$150
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- GTF Great Falls International Airport (About 30 min drive via US‑89)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Feb
Avoid
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Mar
not flagged
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Apr
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
May
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jul
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Aug
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Oct
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Nov
Avoid
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Dec
Avoid
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)), coolest Jan (−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C) low), wettest May (11 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Belt: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C)
8 rd
Feb
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−11°C (12°F)12°F (−11°C)
7 rd
Mar
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
9 rd
Apr
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
10 rd
May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
11 rd
Jun
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Jul
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 rd
Sep
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
8 rd
Oct
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
9 rd
Nov
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
9 rd
Dec
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Town is walk‑ or bike‑friendly; reach by car on US‑89. No public transit.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Great Falls
goDoor to door: ≈ 45 min round trip
Drive northwest on US‑89, about 30 min
Larger town for shopping, dining and hotels.
Sluice Boxes State Park
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h total
Drive about 15 mi east on local roads (check route and time)
Hiking, mountain biking, camping (backcountry permit required).
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Great Falls hotels
Closest town with full lodging; 30 min drive.
Sluice Boxes State Park campsite
Backcountry permit required; seasonal.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–$80 excl. lodging
- Mid
- $80–$120 excl. lodging
Trip budget
| Great Falls hotel room1 × 1 night × US$130 | US$130 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$95 | US$190 |
| Car rental (compact, 1 day)2 × US$45 · check | US$90 |
| eSIM data (7 days)2 × US$12 · check | US$24 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$43 |
| Trip total≈ US$239 per person per day, bed included | US$477 |
2026 estimate; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–$3 |
| Beer (draft) | $4–$6 |
| Belt Museum entrycheck | Free–$5 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Lodging in Belt is very limited – book Great Falls ahead.
- Museum hours are seasonal; check before visiting.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 911
- Fire
- 911
- Ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
US citizens: contact the US Consulate in Denver (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Great Falls → Belt, car: ≈ $15 fuel (30 min drive) – check gas price
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Belt. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Nov–Feb (cold, limited services) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- officialVisit Belt tourism website
- officialBelt Museum
- officialSluice Boxes State Park
- secondaryWikivoyage: Belt, revision 5325974 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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