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Pigeon Forge’s weather conditions and activities might not align with your residing city’s location, so you might need to go shopping for essentials. Besides, your Smokys experience would be incomplete without comfortable wear and gear.

Pigeon Forge has several shops and malls around the area, easily accessible from your lodge, restaurants, cafés, and main attractions. The Island is full of things from souvenirs to designer clothes, cutlery, and cookware to furniture and art pieces.

In addition, you can get grocery items to cook in your cabin and will find outdoor adventure gear near the coaster rides and other outdoor activities. However, you do not want to waste spending on things you do not need.

That said, here’s a list of things you should buy when visiting Pigeon Forge

1.   Outdoor Gear

Pigeon Forge is a place of outdoor adventure. That calls for essential outdoor gear for hiking, camping, swimming, kayaking, tubing, fishing, and other adventure rides. Starting your hike from the mountains’ foothills or camping amid the top peaks requires more than warm clothing.

During your hike, you will experience changing temperatures, for which you will need a t-shirt and a jacket. The rain chances also increase as you move up, requiring a rain jacket. When shopping in Pigeon Forge, check out Parkway, with shops lined up for different gear. You will find things like caps, sunglasses, sunblock, hiking shoes, a backpack, a water bottle, and other things you must carry during your hike.

The REI Pigeon Forge Store is perfect for getting sporting and camping gear. You will also find mountain bikes here if you want more adventure. Winter skiing and snowboarding gear are also essential during the winter season.

If you are traveling on a budget, you can shop for used gear and get rental camping gear. There are lots of places where you’ll find stuff in good condition, but it must be returned on your way back.

2.   Designer Wear

Even though Pigeon Forge offers outdoor adventure, it does not mean you would have to compromise on fashion. Several boutique shops on The Island sell designer jewelry, seasonal wear, and other accessories.

You can explore around 80 stores selling unique designer pieces that go with the weather for a comfortable outdoor experience. Stages West is best to shop for cowgirl and cowboy outfits for special festivals. You will find cowboy boots, belts, jeans, buckles, and everything you need for a fashionable outlook.

The Befree Boutique in The Island in Pigeon Forge offers contemporary American apparel and matching accessories. The Handbag superstore sells all kinds of bags according to your style and requirements. Whether you need a backpack, travel bag, handbag, or shoulder bag, it is a one-stop shop for all your carry-ons’ storage.

3.   Christmas Delights

Whether Christmas is around the corner or you love shopping for Christmas delights, you can always head to Christmas Place. It is open year-round with the feel of a Christmas with snow, elves, trees, lights, and Santa Claus with his reindeer sled.

It sells all themed costumes, festival costumes, home décor pieces, gifts, and ornaments. It is the largest Christmas retailer in South America that sells year-round Christmas delights.

It houses some of the largest brands, such as Lemax, Department 56, Christopher Radko, and more. In addition, find candy canes, holiday candies, gingerbread houses, baked goods, and other delicacies made and sold by retailers in themed elf costumes.

For the perfect Christmas celebration, Christmas gnomes, mugs, snow-covered pinecones, and ice skate ornaments are all there for you to take home. Go holiday gift shopping for your friends and family in this magical place.

4.   Quilts and Blankets

Pigeon Forge is a relatively colder place. Therefore, if you find a shortage of quilts and blankets, head to Lid’l Dolly’s Factory Store for beautiful quilts with patchwork, blankets, and handmade girls’ dresses for winter, among many other merchandise options for your cabin or camp.

Located in the heart of Pigeon Forge, the store’s artisans hold over 25 years of experience in their craft. In addition, you will find mattresses, pillows, robes, bath essentials, and other stuff to make your stay more comfortable and cozy.

5.   Home Furnishings

If you’re interested in log furniture, patio furniture items, and rustic-style outdoor décor, the Smoky Mtn. Décor in Pigeon Forge is the perfect place to shop.

In addition, you will find curtains, rustic lamps, yard signs, mailbox covers, berry wines, wreaths, rugs, carpets, and other seasonal décor for a cozy staycation.

Find custom log furniture pieces at the Custom Log Furniture and Railing Systems. Here, you will find railings for your curtains, woodcarvings, pool tables, hot tub covers, chairs, tables, log-style beds, wildlife and bear carvings, cabinets, doors, and sinks. You can even order custom designs and get personalized pieces from local artisans.

6.   Groceries

Staying in a log home with a built-in kitchen enables you to cook your meals yourself. You might need groceries like fresh vegetables, poultry items, cooking essentials, and cookware. To find all sorts of grocery items, Smoky Mountain Grocery is the one-stop shop you’re looking for.

It is easily accessible from Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Sevierville. It offers delivery service and stocks your kitchen before you arrive. You can call the store and have your list of items delivered to your doorstep.

Mountain Brothers General Store is another place for homemade food items like jams, jellies, fudge, locally roasted coffee, apple butter, and fresh produce. You will also find souvenirs like the Smoky Mountain tee shirts, mugs, hats, and garden treasures.

Conclusion

With some essentials, you can make your stay at Pigeon Forge as comfortable and cozy as possible. Do not forget to get your outdoor gear before heading for outdoor adventures like hiking, mountain biking, camping, tubing, or skiing.

You can also get designer wear from local designers, accessories, and other items suited for outdoor adventure. Shop for Christmas before the holiday season begins from the year-round Christmas Place, the largest Christmas village in Southeast.

Lastly, go shopping for groceries to save on eating meals outside. Use your log kitchen for cooking fresh and homemade meals by shopping for all essential items from the Smoky Mountain Grocery and Mountain Brothers General Store. You can also order items in advance and stock your kitchen before you arrive. That way, you can quickly