During your visit to the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, make a stop at Cooter’s Place & Museum, located at the Shops of Pigeon Forge. Owned by Ben Jones, the actor who played Cooter on The Dukes of Hazzard, this museum and store is a must-see for anyone who remembers the popular TV show of the 1970s and 1980s.
For those that grew up watching Bo and Luke Duke trying to outrun the law in the General Lee, Cooter’s Pigeon Forge is the attraction for you! Tour the museum that has a replica of Cooter’s Hazzard County Garage, decked out to look exactly like the show. You’ll find all kinds of Dukes of Hazzard memorabilia, including original costumes and props from the show, as well as collectibles and the General Lee car itself.
During your tour, you can even have your photo taken inside the General Lee! The general store has all kinds of great merchandise for sale including t-shirts, hats, coolers, mini versions of the General Lee, pictures that were taken on set and plenty more.
After your visit at Cooter’s Pigeon Forge, browse the Shops of Pigeon Forge to find even more great souvenirs to take home with you!