BRYSON CITY, NC / TSS Newswire / April 1, 2026 / Buc-ee's, home of the world's cleanest bathrooms, freshest food, and friendliest beaver, will break ground on its newest travel center in Bryson City, NC on Wednesday, April 1st at 10:30 AM EDT. Bryson City will join Mebane as the chain’s second location in North Carolina.

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Located near the historic Byrson Depot in BRYSON CITY, NC, Buc-ee's Bryson City will occupy 76,000 square feet and offer 120 fueling positions. Buc-ee's is proud to offer its signature favorites, including Texas barbeque, homemade fudge, kolaches, Beaver Nuggets, jerky, and fresh pastries. Guests can enjoy thousands of snack, meal, and beverage options, along with award-winning restrooms, competitively priced fuel, and the exceptional service that has made Buc-ee's a trusted name for over 40 years.

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Founded in Texas in 1982, Buc-ee's has grown to operate 69 stores nationwide. Since launching its multi-state expansion in 2019, Buc-ee's has opened travel centers in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, Tennessee, Missouri, Colorado, Mississippi, and Virginia. Since 2024, Buc-ee's has broken ground on its first locations in Arizona, Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, and Wisconsin.

Stan Beard, Buc-ee's Director of Real Estate and Development, said, "Bryson City is a smart-growth town with a big attitude and the perfect location for us in Western North Carolina; that is a great combination for us, and we are honored to be here."

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Buc-ee's Bryson City will bring at least 200+ full-time jobs to the area, with starting pay beginning well above minimum wage, full benefits, a 6% matching 401k, and three weeks of paid vacation.

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