how long do you smoke a pork shoulder
3. Smoke the pork shoulder for about 1 hour per pound, or until the internal temperature of the thickest portion of the shoulder is 180 degrees F or so. If I want pulled pork, I will usually bring the temperature up to 190 degrees F or so.The meat pulls apart much easier when I do.(I never worry too much about time.hen the pit reaches operating temp, I usually smoke a pork shoulder at 250 degrees F, place the pork shoulder on the pit, and let it smoke for about one hour, bone side down. (The Fat will render and keep the pork shoulder moist if it is top while smoking) I do not turn or flip the shoulder during the cooking process.