St. Regis Travel Center underneath new possession

One of Western Montana’s most iconic roadside locations is getting into a brand new period. 

The St. Regis Travel Center, a cherished cease for vacationers for the reason that early Sixties, has formally turn out to be a part of the Carson Family of Businesses, a Portland-based firm with deep roots within the Pacific Northwest.

Founded in 1962 by Jack Lincoln buying a modest present store, the St. Regis Travel Center has grown right into a full-service vacation spot recognized for its hospitality and distinctive attraction. Today, it features a comfort retailer, gas station, Huck’s Grill, Dolly V’s espresso and ice cream bar, a big present store, a on line casino, and the famed reside trout aquarium, free to guests and that includes 4 trout species in immersive tanks. 

For over six a long time, the enterprise has been within the Lincoln household, most not too long ago led by Muffy and Gary Bullock, Jack’s daughter and son-in-law. Under their stewardship, the Travel Center has turn out to be not solely a well known gateway cease en-route to Flathead Lake and Glacier National Park but in addition one among Mineral County’s largest employers, with round 100 seasonal staff.

“It was important for us to have a succession plan that was best for the business, especially for the outstanding team at the Travel Center,” mentioned Muffy and Gary Bullock. 

The couple will stay concerned throughout the transition and past, getting into advisory roles to share their in depth native information and hospitality experience with the Carson workforce. 

“We are excited to be a part of Carson’s smart, well-run business and to add value to their organization with our experience in growing a unique and popular destination stop.”

The acquisition marks Carson’s first enlargement into Montana. Founded in 1938, the Carson Family of Businesses has advanced from a single heating oil workplace into a significant regional supplier of vitality, transportation, and retail providers throughout Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. 

“This is an exciting partnership for us,” mentioned Blake Woodbury, President of Carson. “The St. Regis Travel Center operates at a high level, and we’re committed to continuing the exceptional service and experience that guests have come to expect. Our goal is to preserve the character of the Travel Center while enhancing it with our logistical and operational strengths.”