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The new Huntingdon and Broad Top Rail Trail, which reuses a former railroad right-of-way to provide public recreational along the Raystown Branch of the Juniata River, is now complete! The H&BT Rail Trail is open to hikers and bikers with 10.6 miles of trail open between Riddlesburg at the north end and Tatesville at the south.

Trailhead Locations:

Riddlesburg Park Trailhead

Hopewell Trailhead

Cooper Park Trailhead

Cypher Bridge Trailhead

Tatesville Trailhead

This is the seventh bridge that was built on this location since 1860. This current structure was built in 1884 and refurbished several years ago. It is a burr truss design, 97 feet in length. The bridge crosses Yellow Creek, just off of Route 26 (several miles north of Everett, Pennsylvania). It is in Hopewell Township, on State Route 1020.County owned.

The bridge is in excellent condition and is drivable.

Location: Near Hopewell
Year Built: 1884
Type: Burr Truss
Length: 97 ft.
Width: 12.5 ft.

Comfort near Old Bedford Village
We’re off I-76, less than a mile from 18th century living history site Old Bedford Village. Shops and restaurants in downtown Bedford, the National Museum of the American Coverlet, and the Bedford Speedway are all three miles away. Golf at Omni Bedford Springs Resort is four miles from us. Enjoy our indoor pool, free daily hot breakfast and WiFi.

HeBrews Coffee Company is an authentic west coast style coffeehouse featuring world class espresso, teas and smoothies along with a delicious selection of pastries. Come experience HeBrews warm and cozy atmosphere complete with sofas, fireplaces, artwork, and free wireless internet access for customers. Check us out on Facebook. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7am-5pm, Sat. 8am-5pm, Sunday: 10am-3pm

At 136 feet, this is the longest of all of the covered bridges in Bedford County. The Herline Covered Bridge crosses the Raystown branch of the Juniata River just north of Manns Choice, Pennsylvania. It is a burr truss design.

It was built in 1902 and refurbished in 1997. It is located along Watson Road, about a mile north of Manns Choice. State owned.

The bridge is 136 feet long. It is in excellent condition and is traversable.

Location: North of Manns Choice
Year Built: 1902
Type: Burr Truss
Length: 136 ft.
Width: 9 ft.
Weight Limit: 9 ft.

Located in a remote part of Bedford County, south of Chaneysville, the Hewitt Bridge is along the road to McElfish’s Mill (Township Route 326). Built in 1879, the bridge spans 88 1/2 feet, crossing Town Creek. County owned.

The sides are almost completely covered with vertical boards on the outside.

Hewitt Bridge rests on a stone and mortar abutment.

The bridge is traversable.

Location: South of Chaneysville.
Year Built: 1879
Type: Burr Truss
Length: 88.5 ft.
Width: 14 ft.

We are proud producers of Pure Pennsylvania Maple Syrup, based in Somerset County. Over the past 20 years our operation has grown from a small operation based from the backyard of our parents home to this new building located on the White Horse Mountain Farm. We produce maple syrup, make sugar, candy and many more maple products. All products are available year round.

Homewood at Spring House Estates is surrounded by the quiet pleasures of historic Bedford County, offering freedom, peace-of-mind, and proximity to most points of interest in the area. Located near a hospital and many other medical offices, Homewood offers senior housing accommodations in cottage-style homes or apartments with all the amenities of “home” for persons over age 55.

Hoss’s Steak & Sea House is family dining featuring fresh cut steaks, savory seafood and tender chicken entrees all cooked to order! Try our Hoss’fresh Soup & Salad Bar with fresh salads and vegetables, hearty homemade soups, fresh-baked breads, scrumptious sundaes and desserts. Kid’s menu and senior citizen discounts. Banquet rooms available. Call 1-800-900-HOSS for group sales. All major credit cards accepted.

Howard Hanna Bardell Realty is the #1 Real Estate Company in Bedford County & is a Veteran Owned Business with 24 real estate agents & 2 full-time administrative staff professionals with 2 office locations: 115 S. Anderson Street, Bedford, PA 15522 & 147 E. Main Street, Everett, PA 15537. Our services include: Commercial Sales/Leasing, Residential Sales, Farm Sales, Acreage Sales, PA State Certified Appraisals & more.

Our library is part of the public library system, serving residents of Hyndman Borough, Londonderry Township, and beyond. We offer popular fiction books, children’s books, magazines, STEM kits, local newspapers, and Free Wi-Fi. Newspaper Archives are available through the Bedford Library site with the use of your library card. We also retain a variety of records related to Hyndman-Londonderry and Bedford County history.

Named for M.J. Jackson, owner of the nearby grist and sawmill, this bridge sits 300 yards downstream of its original location since the 1889 flood. It is a 95 foot Burr Truss bridge with a shallow gable roof and high exterior sides. It crosses Brush Creek 3 1/2 miles south of Breezewood, PA on Township Route 12. The Jackson’s Mill Bridge has been refurbished and is in excellent condition. A very picturesque bridge. It is traversable.

Location: Breezewood, PA
Year Built: 1875
Type: Burr Truss
Length: 95 Feet
Width: 14.5 ft.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this tavern has dining, lodging, spirits and a Cabin Shoppe. Fresh seafood, slow roasted prime rib, homemade crab cakes, creative sandwiches, salads, freshly baked rolls, and signature deserts. Open 6 days a week for lunch and dinner. (Closed on Sundays.) Join us for a restful stay in one of our quaint guest rooms, each with its own private bath. In the morning, we serve a hearty country breakfast. Spend the day with a good book in the shade of our upper porch balcony, or set out to explore historic Bedford. Life is good at the Jean Bonnet!

Specializing in Trending Farmhouse, Rustic and Shabby Chic Decor. Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter our shop changes with every season. Terrapin Ridge Farms, Bethany Lowe Designs, Lula ‘n’ Lee Jewelry, Herbal Star Candles, Woodford Reserve Bourbon Cherries and cocktail syrups. A rustic but elegant shoppe. Seasonal hours may vary.

18 Holes / Par 72

This family owned course has been open since 2000. This 18 hole course started out as a family farm and has grown into a beautiful layout. Its located 13 miles from the PA turnpike. There is the best of both worlds within this course.. The front 9 allows the golfer to experience hills and turns, as the back 9 gives the golfer an easier, flatter layout.. A practice green and driving range is also available.

Koon Lake and Lake Gordon are two small lakes in Cumberland Valley Township in Bedford County. With a combined 388 acres, they are owned by the Evitts Creek Water Company and supply water to the city of Cumberland, MD. Koon Lake (268 acres) and Lake Gordon (120 acres) are open to non-powered boats and kayaks as well as electric motor powered boats. Shore and pier fishing are also permitted. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, Cumberland Maryland officials and local anglers, both Pennsylvania and Maryland, work together to provide this increased angling opportunity on Koon Lake and Gordon Lake.

Over 95 Years of Discovery! Where science, adventure, and discovery are NATURALLY FUN! One-hour interpretive tours of two spectacular crystal caverns. Educational programs, Black Light Adventures, Raystown Rocks Gift Shop, gem panning, primitive camping. Great family events…October Ghosts & Goblins Tours, February Batfest, National Caves & Karst Day and Discovery Days in June, plus weekly Summer Events too! Closest Cavern to Raystown Lake.

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The highest knob, the sharpest ridgelines, and some of the most dramatic views on Mid State Trail await intrepid hikers in the Everett Region. Everett Region starts at a connection with trails of Green Ridge State Forest at the Maryland line, climbs the highest and wildest sections of Tussey Ridge, and ends at US 22 near Water Street.

Area: Mid-State
Distance: 323 Miles
Difficulty: Difficult
Loops? No

Nature’s Getaway is,located in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains. The office/store/game room are located in the stone and log building that was built in 1772 as a stage coach stop on the Forbes Trail. Our rates are reasonable and we’re located right next to Shawnee State Park. Located 7 miles west of Historic Bedford on Route 30.

Welcome to the North Spring Ballroom – a breathtaking wedding & event venue nestled in the heart of downtown Everett, Pennsylvania. Once a charming church, this stunning space is surrounded by the picturesque beauty of Bedford County. Whether you’re celebrating a wedding, birthday, anniversary, milestone gathering, or corporate event, let us help you elevate your experience and create unforgettable memories.

O.I.P. has been locally owned and operated in Downtown Bedford, Pennsylvania for over 20 years. Our dedication to quality food and service has kept our customers coming back over and over again. Stop in for dinner or take out from our pick-up window. Open every day of the week 11am to 10pm. Homemade Rolls and Pizza Dough – Made Fresh Daily. Beer and Wine Available! Ask about our Daily Lunch Specials (Mon-Sat).

Old Bedford Village welcomes you to discover America’s history. Our living history village brings the past into the present. Old Bedford Village offers a rich variety of educational and entertainment activities.

Visitors of all ages will enjoy our military and civilian re-enactments, colonial crafts, exhibits and instructions, festivals, murder mystery evenings, old fashioned Christmas celebrations and more.

Our beers are crafted with spring water and often hops grown on our own Hideaway Ranch, in the mountains of Bedford County. As we create new brews, we will surprise your taste buds with unique and delicious flavors along with traditional brews we are sure you will love.

We built our brewery in Historic Downtown Bedford, where we can embrace the History of “Olde Bedford” while making it close and convenient to the public.

Our beers are crafted with spring water and often hops grown on our own Hideaway Ranch, in the mountains of Bedford County. As we create new brews, we will surprise your taste buds with unique and delicious flavors along with traditional brews we are sure you will love.

We built our brewery in Historic Downtown Bedford, where we can embrace the History of “Olde Bedford” while making it close and convenient to the public.

Olde Bedford Garage, also known as the Mini Mall, is a long-standing downtown Bedford destination connecting Pitt Street to West Central Way. This historic building offers visitors a mix of thrift shopping, specialty services, dining, and one-of-a-kind discoveries. The space also serves as a creative community venue and features local art highlighting regional talent inside AND outside the building. With its eclectic mix of shops, Olde Bedford Garage offers a distinctive shopping experience in the heart of Bedford.

The Omni Bedford Springs Resort presents 216 guest rooms and suites which embrace the richness of the resort’s past, featuring authentic patterns and textures along with new baths, rocking chairs, and incredible balconies showcasing lush natural views. Whether you choose our luxurious accommodations in the historic building, or the exquisite all-new spa wing, you will find that breathtaking vistas, exquisite decor and a host of exclusive amenities await you at our world-class resort.

Eight trails ranging from easy to difficult are great for hiking and biking. Click on the PDF button below for a map. Use of trails is at your own risk. Omni assumes no responsibility for injuries or accidents. Trails are maintained for recreational use under Pennsylvania’s Recreational Use of Land and Water Act (68 P.S. §§ 477-1 et seq.).

Area: Omni Bedford Springs 2 miles south of Bedford
Distance: From ½ to 4 ½ miles
Difficulty: Easy to Difficult
Loops? Yes

MAP Location Info 39°59’54.8″N 78°30’29.8″W

Bedford County is home to many orchards that produce a variety of fruits. This bike loop takes you from downtown Bedford on a 26 mile ride where you will see the Bedford County countryside with the highlight being acres of orchards. For the ambitious rider, you can easily be connected to the Covered Bridge bike loop for an even longer ride.

Area: Northwest Bedford Co.
Distance: 25.8 Miles
Difficulty: Moderate
Loops? Yes

Starting GPS coordinates:
40°01’08.4″N 78°30’13.7″W

Fitchner family legend says that either Jacob or Johnathon Fitchner built this bridge crossing Gladdens Run at Palo Alto in 1880 leading to its dual identity. A Privately owned multiple king-post bridge with horizontal clapboard siding on the lower 1/3rd, making it easy to see the king-post structure. Near Route 96 4 miles south of Hyndman in SW Bedford Count, It sits on stone and mortar abutments, with no steel reinforcing.

Location: South of Hyndman
Year Built: 1880
Type: Multiple King-post
Length: 56 ft.
Width: 13 ft.

Where beauty meets tranquility and each visit feels like coming home. Nestled in the heart of Bedford County, Pennsylvania, Pleasant Pines Estate boasts breathtaking country views surrounded by fields and mountains, offering a haven for those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation. Whether you’re a first time visitor or a cherished, returning guest, we are delighted to welcome you to this idyllic retreat. Discover why Pleasant Pines Estate is not just a destination, but also a treasured second home for so many. Located near three major cities Pittsburgh, State College, and Maryland the region offers a wide variety of activities, entertainment, and historical significance. While Pleasant Pines Estate continues to grow as a vacation destination and event venue, it has certainly maintained its feeling as a welcoming, laid-back retreat for tourists and visitors alike.
We are thrilled to share the farm with you and hope to see you soon!

The Rainsburg / Colerain Township bike loop takes you through18.5 miles of scenic Friends Cove. The cove and the township are bordered on the east by Tussey Mountain and on the west by Evitts Mountain. Along the way, you will travel through the historic town of Rainsburg which has existed prior to Bedford County’s incorporation. For folks who want to ride a little extra, you can connect to the Koon Lake Bike Loop by taking Rainsburg Mountain Rd. for 2.4 miles.

Area: East Central Bedford Co.
Distance: 16.6 Miles
Difficulty: Moderate
Loops? Yes
Starting GPS coordinates:
39°54’5.94″N 78°31’2.17″W

The largest man-made lake in Pennsylvania and it’s at the northeastern edge of Bedford County and Huntingdon County. It has 110 miles of shoreline and 8,300 acres of water. The area surrounding the lake is undeveloped, offering beautiful scenery. The lake is created from the waters of the Raystown Branch of the Juniata River. Call 1-888-RAYSTOWN for more info when visiting this area

Ridgetop Orchards… purveyors of locally grown cherries, peaches & apples for over 35 years. We invite you to come taste the fruits of our labor! Pick your own cherries in June. Fresh peaches in August. Apple varieties August – December. Signature fruit jams, butters & sauces available throughout the year. Porch store located in Fishertown, PA – about 8 scenic miles from Bedford. Open seasonally, August – December, Monday – Saturday 9 – 5. Visit us on our porch or order online today!

Short Term Rental steps away from the Award Winning Omni Bedford Springs Resort and minutes away from beautiful Downtown Bedford, Pennsylvania. This unique roundhouse design boasts floor to ceiling windows with beautiful views of the golf course and countryside. The home has 3 bedrooms with queen size beds and all include their own private bath. This property has lots of extras and amenities that will make you feel right at home. Property can be found on both Airbnb and VRBO. Direct booking to be available soon!

Lost to fire in 2002, Bedford County Commissioners committed to rebuild this structure. The bridge was rebuilt and reopened to traffic in 2004. This covered bridge takes its name from the nearby town of Ryot, PA. It is a Burr Truss design, 83 1/2 feet long. The Ryot Bridge crosses Dunnings Creek between Route 96 and Route 56. County owned.

It rests on stone and mortar abutments. The Ryot Bridge is drivable.

Location: Ryot
Year Built: 1880’s (approximate)
Type: Burr Truss
Length: 83.5
Width: 12 ft.

Shawnee is our “Lake Park”. Located along Route 30 near Schellsburg, Shawnee consists of 3,983 acres with a 451 acre lake. Picnic tables and fire rings are available. Non-powered and electric boats are permitted with a permit or registration. Rentals available. A 12 mile hiking / biking system is also suitable for cross country skiing.

Shawnee State Park: Shawnee is our “Lake Park”. Located along Route 30 near Schellsburg, Shawnee consists of 3,983 acres with a 451 acre lake. Picnic tables and fire rings are available. Non-powered and electric boats are permitted with a permit or registration. Rentals available. A 12 mile hiking / biking system is also suitable for cross country skiing.

Built in the 1860s, the Ridenour Building is located in the heart of historic downtown Bedford.

Over the years, the building housed many businesses to include the PA Railroad Telegraph Operators School, a meat market, a bank, a jewelry store, an insurance company, a dance studio, numerous retail stores and a number of other businesses.

Today, along with a few other businesses, the second floor is the location of our spa. The 3rdfloor which was headquarters to Szanca Solutions, Inc. for the past 23 years has been converted to bedroom suites (7 in total) for guests to enjoy.

Everything is within walking distance. With each suite having a reserved parking spot, a visitor can park their car upon arrival and leave it until they are ready to continue with their travel.

This uniquely named bridge takes its name from Jacob Snooks. It is located near what was, years ago, Snook’s home. 82 feet in length, this is a Burr Truss design that was built in 1883. Spanning Dunnings Creek, it is found just off of Route 56, north of Fishertown, on Township Route 554.County owned.

The Snooks Bridge is open to traffic.

Location: Alum Bank
Year Built: 1883
Type: Burr Truss
Length: 82 ft.
Width: 14 ft.

Somerset County sugar camps still use age-old traditions but many new technologies are being utilized in maple syrup production. Pure maple syrup products are proudly produced by the maple camps. Stop by when you see the steam rising to help gather the sap the old fashion way in keelers, or maybe even enjoy some maple samples such as spotza or maple candy. These are some of nature’s sweetest treats.

SunDreams Farm is a first generation, Certified Organic, Mushroom Farm in Everett, PA. We specialize in culinary and medicinal mushrooms. The Farm is located on 62 acres in the rolling hills of Appalachia. With a diverse landscape, you can explore the creek beds that create the property border, follow streams through hollows of mixed forest and climb hillsides to reach moss covered ridge spaces, where you can see for miles in the mountainous terrain. As you explore this space, you will find a slower pace calls to you and invites you to embrace all of the wonders of nature that surrounds you.

The county’s most extensive collection of historical and genealogical materials. Providing resources and facilities for a broad spectrum of historical and genealogical research. Numerous programs, activities, exhibits and seminars throughout the year to highlight Bedford County history. Located 3 miles west of Bedford on Rt. 30 at 6441 Lincoln Highway, Bedford. Open 9am.-4pm. Tues.-Fri. and the third Sat. of every month 9am-2pm. 814-623-2011. $10/first hr; $3/hr after. Cap of $25 per day.

Winter time at Bedford Springs Omni Resort

Winter, Unexpected

Plan Your Bedford County Getaway

Whether you’re escaping for a cozy weekend, planning a family adventure, or looking to recharge at a relaxing resort, Bedford County offers the perfect backdrop for a refreshing winter getaway.

Stay in one of our charming inns, mountainside lodges, cozy b&bs, modern hotels, or relaxing resorts.