Another Buc-ee’s Location Coming To Florida
Another Buc-ee’s location is coming to Florida and it is the fourth in the state. The fourth location will be located near Fort Pierce in North St. Lucie County. It’ll be at the southeast corner of I-95 and Indrio Road.
The other three Buc-ee’s locations that are in Florida are in St. Augustine, Daytona Beach, and Ocala. The locations in St. Augustine and Daytona Beach have been open already. The location in Ocala will not be open until 2025.
The Ocala location will be the world’s largest Buc-ee’s. It is going to be located just east of I-75 Near Highway 326 in Ocala. The Ocala location will be 80,000 square feet and will have more than 100 gas pumps.
Additionally, you’ll be able to get a car washed there as well. Their basic car wash will be $13 or you can get the works for $16.
Another Buc-ee’s Location Is Coming
This is great news that another Buc-ee’s location is coming. I have never been to one, but now that more coming into the state of Florida may be time for a road trip. Maybe someday one will come near the Tampa Bay area and be easier to get some of those beaver nuggets.
How Many States Are Buc-ee’s In?
Buc-ee’s is a Texas travel center sensation. It began in 1982 as a convenience store. Founded by Arch “Beaver” Aplin, Buc-ee’s has grown into a roadside icon known for clean restrooms, massive stores, and endless variety. Expanding beyond gas and snacks, Buc-ee’s offers jerky, Beaver Nuggets, and their apparel. In 2018, Buc-ee’s went outside of Texas as they added locations in Alabama, Georgia, and right here in Florida.
They have stores in nine states right now. They will most likely add to that number in coming years. The furthest west the store goes is in Colorado.
In a side note their bathrooms have won them some awards. They won the Cintas award for “Best Restroom in America” in 2012.
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