Bring Your Vision to Life in Bedford County, PA

From atmospheric, abandoned tunnels to five-star Gilded Age resorts, historic covered bridges, and rolling Appalachian crests, Bedford County offers cinematic backdrop versatility just hours from NYC, DC, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh.

Why Film in Bedford County, PA?

Diverse Visual Backdrops: Film seamless transitions from 18th-century stone architecture and historic resorts to eerie post-apocalyptic tunnels and dense mountain forests within a 20-minute drive.
Streamlined Permitting: Our local team works closely with municipal leaders and landowners to provide prompt approval workflows, road closure assistance, and location access.
Production Logistics & Hospitality: Enjoy full-service luxury accommodations for cast and crew, local talent/crew sourcing connections, and quick highway access via I-76 (PA Turnpike) and I-99.

Filmed Here

Bedford County, PA, is no stranger to hosting iconic productions. 2009's The Road shot extensively in our county, mostly featuring areas around Breezewood, PA, and the abandoned stretch of the PA Turnpike. This same location was also featured in PA film legend George A. Romero's Tales from the Darkside television series.

Because of the extensive history of the region dating back to colonial days, including being a hotbed of the Whiskey Rebellion, a number of documentaries, history features, and educational series have also filmed in Bedford.

Production Ready Cinematic Assets

The Abandoned PA Turnpike & Sideling Hill Tunnel

Vibe / Genre: Post-Apocalyptic, Thriller, Sci-Fi, Historical Drama
Highlights: Over 13 miles of abandoned 4-lane highway and a massive 1.2-mile unlit concrete tunnel (Sideling Hill Tunnel). Overgrown asphalt, dramatic decay, and zero commercial footprint make this one of the most unique atmospheric backdrops on the East Coast.
Ideal For: Distopian thrillers, action sequences, music videos, and historic turn-of-the-century infrastructure shots.

Omni Bedford Springs Resort

Vibe / Genre: Luxury, Period Piece, Romance, Drama, Corporate Thriller
Highlights: A National Historic Landmark nestled in the Allegheny Mountains featuring grand 19th-century architecture, mineral springs, manicured golf courses, expansive banquet halls, and full resort amenities to house high-profile cast and crew.
Ideal For: Period dramas set in the 1800s/early 1900s, high-end resort scenes, and executive retreat settings.

Historic Covered Bridges & Rural Countryside

Vibe / Genre: Americana, Period Piece, Horror, Indie Drama
Highlights: Home to 14 historic timber covered bridges spanning picturesque rivers and creeks. Framed by rolling farmland, winding country roads, and traditional barn architecture.
Ideal For: Small-town storytelling, coming-of-age films, period pieces, and rustic countryside scenes.

Historic Downtown Bedford

Vibe / Genre: Small-Town USA, Historical, Holiday / Hallmark, Crime Drama
Highlights: Charming, walkable streetscapes lined with preserved 18th- and 19th-century brick structures, boutique storefronts, the historic courthouse square, and cozy cafes.
Ideal For: Main Street USA settings, seasonal/holiday films, small-town dramas, and historical reenactments.

Old Bedford Village

Vibe / Genre: Period Piece, Historical Drama, Western, Revolutionary / Colonial Era, Folk Horror, Fantasy
Highlights: A living history museum featuring over 40 authentic 18th- and 19th-century buildings—including log cabins, a historic tavern, a schoolhouse, a blacksmith shop, and a church—set across a sprawling, immersive village landscape. The site offers completely controlled grounds, controllable lighting environments, on-site reenactors/extras, and authentic period props with zero modern visual interruptions.
Ideal For: Colonial-era dramas, Revolutionary and Civil War period films, 1800s frontier storytelling, folk horror productions, and historical documentaries.

Film Offices & Regional Partners

Connect directly with regional and state film commissions to learn more about tax credit applications, statewide location directories, and union/crew guidelines.

Pennsylvania Film Office (PA Dept. of Community & Economic Development)

Primary state agency managing the PA Film Tax Credit program, statewide permits, and official state film resources. Learn More

Central PA Film Commission

Regional film liaison serving Central PA, assisting producers with regional scouting, local crew sourcing, lodging logistics, and municipal approvals. Learn More

Pennsylvania Film Tax Credit & Incentives

Pennsylvania offers a competitive 25% Film Production Tax Credit for eligible projects that incur at least 60% of their total production budget in Pennsylvania.

+5% Bonus Credit: An additional 5% tax credit (total 30%) is available for productions using a qualified Pennsylvania production facility.
No Cap on Individual Credits: Flexible credit transfer and sales programs available for production budgets of all sizes.

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