3 Must-See Truck Stops Across the U.S.
One of the absolute best things about driving a truck for a living is that you get to see so much of our beautiful country.
One of the absolute best things about driving a truck for a living is that you get to see so much of our beautiful country. You get to travel everywhere from quiet country sides to busy cityscapes and see everywhere in between. Along your travels as a trucker, you are going to see many, many truck stops. Some will definitely be better than others, for a variety of reasons. Here are a few of the truck stops that you should definitely add to your route if you’re going in the right direction!
Iowa 80- Walcott, Iowa
For starters, Iowa 80 is actually the largest truck stop in the world. In this 100,000 square foot truck stop, you will find restaurants, Sunday church services, a movie theater, and a trucking museum. As if that wasn’t already enough, you will also find:
- 50-foot long salad bar
- Dental office
- Barbershop
- Dog wash
- A showroom where you can browse accessories to customize your rig however you want
- Trucker’s Jamboree
Clearwater Travel Plaza- Clearwater, Minnesota
Located on I-94, the Clearwater Travel Plaza was actually recognized by The Food Network as one of the top 5 truck stops in the country. It is home to Nelson Brothers Restaurant, where you can find some of the best chicken and rice soup you’ve ever had and some decadent pastries. After enjoying your meal, browse the gift shop or use one of their private showers that are cleaned after every use. There is also a comfortable lounge where you can relax for a minute before getting back on the road.
Bosselman Travel Center- Grand Island, Nebraska
The Bosselman Travel Center is conveniently located just off I-80 and is packed with all of the amenities a traveler might need, including:
- Chiropractic clinic and on-site masseuse
- UPS, USPS, and FedEx pickup boxes
- Banking center
- Clean, generously-sized showers
- 24-hour restaurants and convenience store
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