The Tepee

Christine Purpura

2024-02

This stop is an absolute must if you are traveling down route 20! It’s a super interesting gift shop full of an eclectic assortment of Native American inspired items (including an impressive collection of moccasins, jewelry, and nature themed goods), locally made artisan offerings (soaps, clothing, and home decor), and a delicious collection of their own salsas, sauces, and jams! We make it a point to stop here any time we are passing through. The owners are an absolute delight to chat with and are always available to answer any questions you may have about the store or the surrounding area. There’s a little bit of everything for everyone and I always find fun, unique gifts for people and plenty to pick up for myself as well, all within the walls of a giant Teepee! Don’t forget to gaze out from the parking area at the most beautiful view, spanning for miles over hills, fields, and mountains. You don’t want to miss this amazing experience!

Erica Slater

2023-09

What a cute little place to stop. Decided to take a more scenic route on our way to Long Island and added this quick stop on the way. I have driven by before when it was closed so happy that we were traveling at the right time to catch it open. The first thing other then the giant tepee of course that caught my eye was the view, wow they are sitting in the most perfect spot to see miles of picturesque valleys and mountain ranges. Next you enter the giant tepee and are immediately welcomed by a friend lady that was tending the shop. She was so sweet and very helpful, she walked around and made sure all the customers were helped and even stopped to have nice conversations with some of them. The shop is full of different souvenirs, clothes, jewelry, shoes, sauces and jams, and so much more. There was a lot to look at and something for everyone's price range from very inexpensive to more luxury items stored in locked cases. I bought some bourbon bbq sauce, a tree of life shirt, and souvenirs The Tepee pin. This is only a souvenir-gift shop there is nothing else to do here other then take in the amazing view and get fun selfies with the giant tepee so keep that in mind. It is a small shop as well, I do not think they offer public restrooms other then the port-a-potty I saw on the property. I have also read they offer food, I did see a trailer next to the tepee that I assume is the food but it did not look open at the time we stopped, we did not stop for food so did not ask if the food was available so I can't make any comments about that. The shop does offer a ton of pamphlets for attractions, restaurants, and other things to do in NY, and they seem very informative so it would be the perfect place to stop for advice on what other cool things there are to do in NY other then visiting the amazing Tepee.

Who Dis

2023-10

This place was the gaudiest yet most awesomest place you could stop at. Can't wait to try out the homemade jams and salsa we bought from there.Update: The fig preserves were awesome and the ghost pepper salsa was excellent.

Ann Scully

2023-10

Cute little gift shop with minerals/crystals, Knick-knacks, moccasins, candy and stickers. Owner was super friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend stopping by.

April Bennett

2023-07

Love the Tepee. I have been going there w my family for years. It's a must stop when u are riding down rt 20 and located at an absolutely beautiful view. The ladies that work there are lovely and the store has such a variety of things from gifts to shoes. Stop by when traveling out that way. ☮️

Taylor Ryan Powers

2024-02

Amazing location to shop for local, handcrafted and artisan gifts!! The staff is always so cordial and helpful; Dale and family have owned the business for forever so you know you're money is staying in the community. Really can't reccomend this place enough for local shopping!!

Eliza Glatkowski

2022-05

Absolutely loved that gift store, it's super cute inside. I suggest stopping there, there are plenty of great gifts to get or yo just buy for yourself. It's a really lovely place to go inside and there super friendly and nice as well. 😊😊 I'd give it 100 stars if I could.

Lin Cutter

2024-03

So many items good pricing Staff is very friendly and helpful Been going there since about 1954 its a place u should to visit. You won't be sorry.

Taylor Powers

2024-01

Hands down the best place to find locally crafted and native goods - always staffed by friendly employees, also!! My wife and I try to come here every Christmas season and are never disappointed!!

Elizabeth E Chase

2023-10

This is truly a hidden gem! Has a very Route 66 vibe and the woman who runs it with her sister is really nice and helpful (and not at all pushy or on top of you while you browse). I can't believe the volume of items in this shop! So many cool knickknacks and fun souvenirs. Highly recommend!

Daniel Whiting

2024-04

Great place for souvenirs and some hand made crafts. Knifes, honey, crystals, and a bunch more.

Carmine Valentino

2022-05

This unique gift shop on route 20 is a fun stop with cool itemsFriendly staffAnd plenty to look at

Mike Bulger

2020-05

Lived nearby for a long time. Stopped in today and it was great. The lady working was very nice to our children. Would recommend going

Margaret Minall

2024-03

Been shopping there since the 90s just love the owners and there items

Liz Vanderhoof

2023-08

Always THE best! Have loved this place since childhood & I just turned 70 today. . . have continued to visit almost every year even after moving to South Florida in 2005! There's no place like The Tepee, it's a destination & a landmark!

Elizabeth Stevens

2023-05

Really cool little shop full of Native American-made goods. Staff was super friendly and helpful.

Clara Rockwell

2019-05

What a cute stopover! You have to try the "almost" famous chili sauce and Tepee Petes Cinn/sugar pitas. The sisters that own it are sweet!!

Lorry Kirk

2020-05

Love going to the Tepee! Been going since I was a kid. Can't wait to take my grandchild.

Benjamin Pelts

2022-05

Over priced tourist trap. Took a couple neighborhood kids, they are black, to Glimmerglass to swim, stopped on the way home. The lady working followed us around the store like a shadow. Itwas uncomfortable, I'm sure not a everyone gets that treatment.

Julie Liddy

2023-05

I have driven by this place hundreds of times. I finally stopped and absolutely fell in love with it. The young lady that works there is a gem. She is very personable and knowledgeable. They carry wonderful products and love the goat soap.Definitely will stop now everytime I'm in the area.

John Lupo

2024-02

Wonderful little tourist attraction. The Sisters are great to me and my brother. Lots of good native american items. Worth a weekend visit.

Amber Wilson

2023-05

Mine and my kids favorite spot to get unique gifts for friends, family & ourselves. Donna & Dale are the sweetest and always so helpful. Such a beautiful view too!

David Cocuzzo

2023-05

Fantastic place, not just the normal kitsch you'd think from a roadside stand. Beautiful products, super friendly and helpful staff. I'd highly recommend the stop, even just to browse and take in the incredible views of the valley across the road.

Cece White

2018-05

Food is delicious and if you like spicy this is the place to go. Pete can spiceit up for you.

Bubba Bubs

2023-05

Always a pleasure stopping in to see everyones smiling faces

Alex

2022-05

Fun throwback gift shop. Dale was so welcoming and such a personality! Best Italian walnut filled cookies ever too!Found a bunch of great Christmas gifts. Will be stopping back in when traveling through again. Worth going out of the way for.

Evonne Pomerantz

2023-05

This is a must when we are in the area about once a year. I just like grabbing candy sticks and enjoying conversation with whomever is working while my kids find a new treasure.Update: we had not been able to be back there since October 2019. Just went 3/5 and immediately loved the smell as soon as we walked in. So many great oils, soaps and of course had to grab the stick candy.

Wendy Burton

2017-05

Great food. ...owners friendly ...lots to look at in the shop....great drums. ..

Larry Jackson

2023-08

Friendly staff, very welcoming.

Melissa Patterson

2022-05

Love the tepee.having been going there since I was young. Have some great things from our area and explains the history. Lots from local venders. Get a chance to go, go!!!!! The staff is wonderful. So friendly, and helpful. I always buy my moccasins from there!!! Got a pair this time eggplant in color. There minnetonka, so their the real thing and can't beat the prices! Please people keep this local history going. Stop, you won't regret it!!!!