Pigeon Forge

Officially incorporated in 1960, Pigeon Forge derives its name from two sources, the flocks of passenger pigeons that stopped along the river while on migratory flights and an iron works established by Isaac Love in 1820.  Pigeon Forge's primary land mark, the Old Mill, was built in 1830 by William Love and continues to grind corn to this day.  With support from the county's most famous daughter, country music singer Dolly Parton, Pigeon Forge has grown into a dynamic tourism center.  Everywhere you turn you'll find something fun to do in Pigeon Forge - from the attraction lined Parkway to the outlet malls to the  live music - all in the shadow of the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains.