Buc-ee’s Is Expanding Across the U.S.—Here’s Where New Travel Centers Are Headed

Buc-ee’s, the wildly popular Texas-based travel center chain known for its spotless restrooms, brisket sandwiches, and beloved beaver mascot, is rapidly growing across the country.

Following new store openings in Mississippi, Virginia, and its third location in Georgia, Buc-ee’s now operates 54 stores across nine states—but that number is set to grow significantly.

🦫 Upcoming Buc-ee’s Locations Already Under Construction

Benton, AR – Site of the largest groundbreaking in Buc-ee’s history
West Memphis, AR – Expected to open in 2025
Huber Heights, OH – Opening delayed to spring 2026 due to utility disputes
Murfreesboro, TN
Ocala & Fort Pierce, FL
Monroe County, GA
Ruston & Lafayette, LA – First in Louisiana
Goodyear, AZ – First in Arizona
Mebane, NC – First in North Carolina, opening expected in 2026 or 2027

🛣️ Planned Buc-ee’s Sites in Early Stages

These projects are in planning or proposal phases, pending approvals or infrastructure work:

Gallaway, TN – Targeting a 2027 opening
Oak Creek, WI – First in Wisconsin, construction may begin later this year
Kansas City, MO – Could open by 2027
San Marcos & Boerne, TX – Boerne is under construction
Palmer Lake, CO – Annexation approved amid resident opposition
Harbour Heights, FL – Facing environmental concerns
Anderson & Hardeeville, SC – Anderson delayed by a $60 million interchange issue
Oak Grove City, KY

If all sites open by 2027, Buc-ee’s will surpass 70 locations in 17 states.

📆 Buc-ee’s Expansion Timeline Highlights

2024: New stores in Mississippi, Virginia, and Georgia
2025: Expected openings in West Memphis, Fort Pierce, and Monroe County
2026: Huber Heights, Mebane, and potentially Louisiana locations
2027: Gallaway (TN), Kansas City (MO), Oak Creek (WI), and possibly more

🧼 Why the Buc-ee’s Buzz?

Buc-ee’s isn’t your average gas station. Their sprawling travel centers offer:

Over 100 fuel pumps
Clean, award-winning restrooms
Fresh hot food and baked goods
Branded Buc-ee’s merchandise
Grills, coolers, hunting gear, and more

And yes, the Buc-ee the Beaver mascot has become a cultural icon—even landing the company in a few legal battles over lookalike logos.

🏁 The Bottom Line

With aggressive expansion across the South, Midwest, and now the Southeast, Buc-ee’s is becoming a national road trip staple. Whether you’re after a kolache, jerky, or the cleanest bathroom on the interstate, chances are there’ll be a Buc-ee’s near you soon.

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