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Troy
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Troy, Montana: explore Kootenai Falls, hike nearby trails, and grab a bite before heading on.
Troy is a tiny town (population ~938) in northwestern Montana, positioned on US‑2 between Libby and Bonners Ferry. Its main draws are outdoor recreation – Kootenai Falls, Ross Creek Cedar Grove, Bull Lake, and snowmobiling in winter. With limited services, a single day is enough to see the highlights; overnight stays are optional for deeper trail work.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep (warm, dry, good trail conditions)
- avoid Dec–Feb (snow may close some trails, limited daylight)
- Airport
- 57S
- Nights
- 0–1 (optional)
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 ▾
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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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Troy911 ▾
- Police / Fire / Ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Troy, 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
- SafetyTroy is low‑risk; main concerns are wildlife on roads and limited medical facilities – carry a basic first‑aid kit.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / fire / 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.
- Airport57S Troy Airport (private) (Local airstrip on Highway 2, no commercial service).
- Getting aroundNo public transport; walk or drive.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a cafe$2–$4
- Street or quick mealSandwich at Kootenai Kupboard$5–$8
- BeerBeer (draft) at a bar$4–$6
- Budget bedCampground site, a night, per personUS$20
- Mid-range bedLake Creek Inn room, a night, per roomUS$100
- High-end bedLake Creek Inn room, a night, per roomUS$150
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$30 · Mid US$50 · High US$80
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
- 57S Troy Airport (private) (Local airstrip on Highway 2, no commercial service)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Feb
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Mar
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Apr
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Oct
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Nov
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Dec
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C) low), wettest Apr (9 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Troy: 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 (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
7 rd
Feb
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
6 rd
Mar
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
7 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
9 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
6 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 rd
Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Oct
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
Nov
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
8 rd
Dec
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
8 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
No public transport; walk or drive. Most attractions are within a 5‑minute drive or a short walk from town centre.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kootenai Falls & Swinging Bridge
goDoor to door: ≈15 min total
Drive east on US‑2 0.5 mi, then a 0.5‑mi walk
Free, largest undammed falls in Montana
Ross Creek Cedar Grove
goDoor to door: ≈20 min
Drive 4 mi south on Bull Lake Rd (MT‑56)
Self‑guided 1‑km loop, free
Bull Lake
goDoor to door: ≈25 min
Drive south on MT‑56 6 mi
Picnic, fishing, trailheads
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.
Kootenai River Camp and Cabins
Campground and cabins 2 mi west of town, suitable for one night
Lake Creek Inn
Small inn on Missoula Ave, good for a single night
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
- $30–$50 excl. bed
- Mid
- $50–$80 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Campground site2 × 3 nights × US$30 | US$180 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × US$50 | US$300 |
| Trip total≈ US$80 per person per day, bed included | US$480 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a cafe | $2–$4 |
| Sandwich at Kootenai Kupboard | $5–$8 |
| Beer (draft) at a bar | $4–$6 |
| Gasoline (per gallon) | $3.50–$4.00 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No taxi or bus service – rent a car or bring a bike.
- Winter snow can close trailheads; check local conditions before heading out.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Fire / Ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
- Police / Fire / Ambulance911
Embassy
US consulate in Missoula (check address); other nations use the embassy in Washington, DC.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Car rental (compact, 1 day): ≈ $45–$60, pick up in Missoula or Kalispell (check rates)
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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 Troy. 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 (warm, dry, good trail conditions) · avoid Dec–Feb (snow may close some trails, limited daylight) · 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
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a rental‑car guide for US‑2 corridor.
- Link to nearby towns (Libby, Kalispell) for extended stays.
Sources
- officialCity of Troy website
- officialTroy Montana Chamber of Commerce
- secondaryVisitMT – Bull Lake
- secondaryUS Airport 57S
- secondaryWikivoyage: Troy (Montana), revision 5320369 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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