News & Events
Travel Awaits Features Nelson Bros. Restaurant
02.20.2020
We are honored to be featured by Travel Awaits as a top culinary spot in the Saint Cloud area.
Open Interviews Every Tuesday from 3-5pm
01.03.2020
Looking for a new career at a place that has great benefits and feels like family? Look no further! Join us on Tuesdays from 3-5PM for open interviews!
Clearwater Travel Plaza Welcomes New Owners
10.08.2019
[CLEARWATER, MN] October 8, 2019 - An iconic central Minnesota truck stop, restaurant, and bakery today announces Dave Olson of Clear Lake as the new owner. The plaza was previously owned by Joel Nelson, a second-generation owner of the business.
Strawberry Cream Cheese Pies and Strawberry Rhubarb Pies are Back!
05.08.2019
They're a summertime fan favorite — Strawberry Cream Cheese Pies and Strawberry Rhubarb Pies — and they're back for a limited time! Make sure to stop in to grab yours before they're gone!
Nelson Bros. Bakery and Beyond
01.20.2018
Donuts, pies, and baked goods, oh my! If you've ever been to the Clearwater Travel Plaza, you know our donuts are larger than life. In fact, we've coined the term "donuts bigger than your head." Nelson Bros. Bakery is legendary, and our Fritter Bread is the stuff dreams are made of. To satisfy your curiosity, we've listed below the many types of bakery items our confections team bakes fresh.
Did You Know? Here's What CTP has in Store for You
04.24.2017
When we say we have a lot in store for you, we mean it! I wanted to share just how much variety we have on-site. If you’re looking for something, there’s more of a chance we have it than not. Check out what we have available for you inside the Plaza.
Truck Drivers Shared Their Wildest Stories from the Road
04.18.2017
During February and March of 2017, we asked truck drivers to share their wildest stories from their time on the road. Now, it's been my experience that just about every trucker has a few great stories up their sleeve, and when we asked, they delivered!
5 Reasons Clearwater Travel Plaza Truck Stop Showers are the Best
03.15.2017
While I don't go over the road myself, I've heard enough trucker tales about bad shower experiences to last me a lifetime. When it comes to truck stop showers, Clearwater Travel Plaza takes the cake and makes sure you feel right at home no matter what.
Truck Drivers Out There Doing Great Things
03.07.2017
If you're someone who's spent any amount of time around truck drivers, you've likely heard a few tales from the road. Some stories make you chuckle, others deserve little more than an eyeroll. But today, I'm sharing trucker stories that'll warm your heart.
How Clearwater Travel Plaza Gives Back to the Community
02.21.2017
As far as we're concerned, when the community thrives, so do we. For us, doing charity work and giving back is one way we can support our staff, customers, and community. Each year Clearwater Travel Plaza hosts three charity events.