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During the late 1700s, settlers from the Carolinas
followed old Indian trails through the Mountains
along the Pigeon River to what is today, known as Pigeon
Forge TN. Isaac Love established an iron forge in
1820 and his son, William, built a tub mill ten years
later.
The Old Mill is
now a National Historic Site
and
remains operational today. The iron forge and the flocks
of pigeons that fed along the river banks gave the town its name. |
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The town slowly began to grow, incorporating in 1961. The tourism boom hit the city in 1982. Growth since then has been rapid and Pigeon Forge has become one of the most popular destinations in the Southeast.
During the late 1700s, settlers from the Carolinas
followed old Indian trails through the Mountains
along the Pigeon River to what is today, known as
Pigeon
Forge TN.
Isaac Love established
an iron forge in 1820 and his son, William, built a tub
mill ten years later.
The Old Mill is
now a National Historic Site
and
remains operational today. The iron forge and the flocks
of pigeons that fed along the river banks gave the town its name. Today, Pigeon Forge TN is a town built for family fun! Voted one of the South's favorite shopping spots by Southern Living readers, Pigeon Forge is equally famous for its more than 200 factory outlets, specialty stores, and Pigeon Forge cabins. The town is stuffed with music theaters and family attractions. The climate in Pigeon Forge is almost perfect. Summer is usually pleasant with an average temperature of 84 degrees. Winter is moderately cold with an average temperature of 40 degrees. Light clothing for the summer is best and layers work well in the winter. However, if heading into the Smoky Mountains, you will need a jacket since the altitude is much higher. With more than 11 million annual visitors to the Pigeon Forge and Smoky Mountain area, you are sure to have a great vacation. We would highly recommend visiting Dollywood, the Comedy Barn, Dixie Stampede and the Old Mill when you go on your next Pigeon Forge family vacation. |
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