About Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

    Pigeon Forge is a city in Sevier County, Tennessee, the city has a total population of 5,083 in 2000. It is located 5 miles north of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Pigeon Forge is full of fun family attractions and exciting night life.


About the History of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
    The name "Pigeon Forge" comes from a iron forge built by Isaac Love. The iron forge got its name from its location along the Little Pigeon River, Located in the vicinity of what is now the Old Mill.

    The name of the river comes from the flocks of Passenger Pigeons that frequented its banks at the time of the first Euro-American settlers' arrival.

Attractions include:

    Dollywood theme park
       Named after Dolly Parton who was born in nearby Sevierville, Tennessee

    Award-winning Country Tonight Theatre

    Comedy Barn

    Miracle Theater

    Dixie Stampede

    Southern Gospel Museum and Hall of Fame

Go here to check out all of the Attractions in Pigeon Forge.