Texas-based Buc-ee’s, known for its iconic Beaver Nuggets, has taken a significant step westward with the recent inauguration of its furthest location yet.
Earlier this month, Buc-ee’s welcomed eager fans in Goodyear, Arizona, just outside Phoenix, for the grand opening of its latest store. According to local news station KPNX, enthusiasts gathered hours in advance, eager to experience the bustling store on its first day.
At the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Buc-ee’s CEO, Arch “Beaver” Aplin III, suggested that more Arizona locations could be on the horizon, as reported by KPNX.
Although no specific details were disclosed, Buc-ee’s is already in the process of constructing or planning numerous new outlets across 16 different states. Discover where Buc-ee’s plans to introduce its mouth-watering brisket next:
Arkansas
In August, Buc-ee’s is scheduled to open its first-ever Arkansas location in Benton. Another location, in West Memphis, is expected to open in 2028.
Florida
Two locations in Fort Pierce and Tallahassee are forecast to open next year. Beyond that, Buc-ee’s is also working on a location in Ocala, slated for a 2029 opening, and in Port Charlotte.
Georgia
In March, Buc-ee’s broke ground on a store in Forsyth, about 60 miles south of Atlanta. If construction isn’t delayed, the location could open in 2027.
Indiana
Earlier this month, Nexstar’s WXIN/WTTV confirmed that documents filed with local authorities show Buc-ee’s is pursuing a location in Greenwood, south of Indianapolis. A proposal shows that 37 acres currently zoned for agricultural and residential purposes would be developed for the travel center.
The Texas retailer may also be considering a location in Whitestown, north of the state’s capital, the Indianapolis Business Journal reported.
Kansas
A location in Kansas City, expected to open next year, would also mark the state’s first-ever Buc-ee’s.
Kentucky
Delays have pushed back the opening date for the Buc-ee’s store in Oak Grove, along the Kentucky-Tennessee border. Local reporting shows it is now expected to open in 2029.
Louisiana
With two locations slated to open next year, in Ruston and Lafayette, Louisiana is gearing up for its first-ever Buc-ee’s stores.
Nebraska
Earlier this year, officials in Gretna, Nebraska, approved a plan that could result in the state’s first-ever Buc-ee’s store. Groundbreaking could happen this fall, according to local reporting.
North Carolina
The state’s inaugural Buc-ee’s is slated to open next year in Mebane, Nexstar’s WNCN previously reported.
Ohio
After its first-ever Buc-ee’s opened in April, Ohio is now awaiting a potential second location. Buc-ee’s and the Mansfield City County entered into a development agreement earlier this year, Nexstar’s WCMH reported, though a petition against the proposed store has gained traction.
South Carolina
Work has begun on a store in Hardeevile, according to local reporting.
Tennessee
In fall, a location in Murfreesboro is expected to open. Another store is under construction near Gallaway, which is set to open next year.
Texas
In August, Buc-ee’s will open yet another Texas location, this one in San Marcos.
Work is also reportedly underway on a store in Boerne.
Utah
While the Goodyear, Arizona, store holds the title as the westernmost Buc-ee’s, an approved location in Springville, Utah, will get close. It’s unclear when the store could open.
Virginia
A location in Stafford County, Virginia, also recently received approval. Meanwhile, a Buc-ee’s in New Kent County is targeting a 2031 opening.
Wisconsin
What is expected to be the northernmost Buc-ee’s is set to open next year in Oak Creek, south of Milwaukee.
According to Buc-ee’s, it takes about 18 to 24 months to build a travel center once construction begins.