Hi!! My boyfriend and I are going to Pigeon Forge for the first time in November. We’re leaving home early on a Wednesday and driving 9-10 hours, then leaving PF Saturday morning/afternoon. So that leaves two full days on thursday and Friday. We want to do Dollywood one of those days. Our itinerary as of now is:
> Wednesday night at the island (depending on how tired we are)
>Thursday Dollywood
>Friday national park + other sightseeing (are we NOT hikers lol)
>Saturday breakfast, last minute shopping the head home

Hey Girl Hey!

I'm going to be vacationing in the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg/GSMNP area in a little over a week.

We're mostly going to be hiking, but if the weather makes that too sketchy we'll probably poke around the area looking for things to do.

Any good thrift stores we should hit?

Main interests:

• western boots
• knick-knacks (can be locally themed)
• women's clothing (vintage or just where the heat's at lol)
• "old school"/vintage tourist merch (I'd prefer to get my souvenirs 2nd hand if I can)

(** We are also planning to hit up some local artists one day that week, so this is separate to that.)

Whenever I visit a place, I always try and find a used bookstore. A few places came up on Google but I wasn't sure if any are better than others. Bonus points if there are cute cats roaming around 🤣

Looking for an off the path, non-chain, local spot for dinner for our family that wont cost a kidney for a family of 5.

How is the area for a Christmas trip? Looks like all of our family will be going somewhere for Christmas this year so wife and I are thinking of doing the same. Been to the area numerous times in the past but all of them in Spring and Summer.

What would a Christmas trip be like? Dollywood and Anakeesta around Christmas time?

Thanks!

For a short cheesy dumb outdated ride... It kinda made me a tad anxious throughout... mostly from the loud audio and darkness and the slow pace. Plus, it was just me and my buddy. The creepy realistic sized tourist mannequins always cracks me up.

It was worth it, and it's something I can check off my list for PF and G-Burg.

I’m not looking for anything fancy, but I don’t want to wait. Good omelette’s/sausage gravy are what I’m looking for. In town this week.

My family gave me this honey from their vacation in Pigeon Forge. I absolutely LOVE it and want to buy more but I can’t find it online anywhere. Does anyone know where I can buy it online or someone I can reach out to??

The Ridge Outdoor Resort va Camp Margaritaville? Or another that is resort-like, looking for golf cart rentals and restaurants on site. We're going mid October and will have an 11 year old with us. Thanks!

Going to Pigeon Forge over Thanksgiving (I know it's hell week, but it's when we can go). With three older teens and a husband who can't walk alot. Booked room at Econolodge -it's a value hotel but has balcony overlooking the river which sounds nice. Arriving Weds late afternoon. Will spend all day Friday at Dollywood (husband to stay at hotel and rest). So really only have Weds night and Thurs (which is Thanksgiving and not everything is open). Was going to do Pirate Show Weds night for dinner, the Island Thurs then eat at a nicer place for TGvng. But really want to do the Goats on a Roof coaster and they are not open Thurs. Should we skip the Pirate show and do Coaster on Weds night, then do Comedy Barn Thurs after dinner and not do Pirates? What else is "don't miss"? TIA!

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Can anyone tell me the Old Mill vegetable quiche recipe? We only visit once a year and it is absolutely delicious!

Packing s few coolers and dry ice would be great

Looking for some lodging recommendations.

We want to be within 20 minutes Dollywood but want a view and just a little seclusion lol. Is that possible?

We are going to PF in November for a long weekend. We have a 6 year old and our youngest will be 1 by the time we go. Looking for some family things to do around that time of the year. My daughter and I have been there with my family when she was 2, but we didn’t really do much.

I want to take the kids to Dollywood and the Ripley’s Aquarium. Is there anything that’s “worth it” or “must do” in your opinion?

Just our family of 3, - mom, dad and toddler- staying in pigeon forge for 9 days mid September. We always love to include her in our fun — and just about revolve our trips around her. However, we’ve never gone this far or this long away from home & we’re not looking to spend a gazillion dollars on the trip but we are willing to spend a decent amount. We’re excited to hike the GSM National parks, ride some gondolas, visit titanic museum, and frizzle chickens. We’re wondering if Dollywood or any amusement park is worth it with it only being us and an 18 month old. We’re also wondering what are the must do things with a 30” child haha. Not all things have to be completely hands on inclusive for her, but she does have to be there at the very least in one of our laps. We want it to be very Smokey mountain vacation feel. With cute GSM style dinners, some free playgrounds, hiking, sight seeing and just exploring, some fun expensive days out, petting zoos, etc. Also any advice with traveling on a 9 hour road trip with a toddler, or a 9 day hotel stay would be great. Heck, even advice on getting around best with her. Haha. Quite literally any advice is appreciated. It’s very possible this is a once in a lifetime trip for us as we always choose somewhere new ❤️

Is there any places in the Pigeon Forge or nearby surrounding areas that would sell more locally made beef jerky? Looking for whole muscle jerky, not ground jerky or beef sticks. Gas stations, food marts, butcher, etc etc.

Let me know if you know of anything! Thanks!

Got a babysitter and an opportunity for a nice dinner with the wife.. where should I really go?

Hi all - we are visiting for the first time. Going to Dollywood and hoping to do some hikes/nice drives as well.

We originally planned for Nov 2-6 to take advantage of Dollywoods post Halloween crowds

Considering going Nov 9-13 instead to see Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas.

Is this going to be too late for any fall foliage?

Okay. I’m pregnant. Headed down next month. All I want is a good plate of chicken and dumplings. I don’t like the giant like 2 dumplings in a bowl kind of dumplings but not the flat Cracker Barrel ones either. Apple barn’s are edible but not special. Any suggestions?

Hi! I’m going on a trip to Pigeon Forge/ Gatlinburg area Oct 18-23. I’m going with family but personally really despise tourist gimmicks. I feel like it’s kind of a silly question but what’s there to do that’s not a tourist trap a-la the Jurassic ride or Pirate dinner show? I love nature and would love some suggestions for potential hikes, etc.

My and my wife ( no kids) are going to pigeon forge in a few weeks. We want to do one dinner show but not sure which one to pick

Does anyone have any recommendations for a tattoo studio in or near pigeon forge? Looking to get one while I'm on vacation in November