Pilot Travel Center Opens in Big Lake, Texas
Pilot Flying J announced the opening of a new Pilot Travel Center in Big Lake, Texas, to better serve professional drivers. The Pilot Travel Center is the 43rd location in Texas and will add 60 new jobs to help boost the local economy.
Pilot Flying J announced the opening of a new Pilot Travel Center in Big Lake, Texas, to better serve professional drivers.
The Pilot Travel Center is the 43rd location in Texas and will add 60 new jobs to help boost the local economy.
The new Travel Center is located at 1310 E. Hwy 67, and offers many amenities, including:
Six diesel lanes and 12 gas lanes with high-speed pumps for quicker refueling
Three showers; 55 truck parking spots and 51 car parking spots
CAT scale
Taco Bell
Cinnabon
Hot deli, handmade pizzas, soups, sandwiches and more
Gourmet coffee and cappuccino selections
Everyday products for quick shopping needs
Two ATMS, public laundry, Western Union, fax and a driver’s lounge
As with all other Pilot Flying J locations, the Pilot Travel Center honors the MyRewards loyalty card, through which members can earn in-store retail and restaurant discounts.
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