Fort Bedford Museum

Located in downtown Bedford along the historic Raystown Branch of the Juniata River, this access point provides convenient launch access for kayakers and canoeists exploring this scenic waterway. The ramp is situated near the reconstructed Fort Bedford Museum, a 1958 recreation of the original fort built along the river's banks. The site is easily accessible via Route 220, just 4 miles from the Pennsylvania Turnpike, making it a convenient stop for paddlers traveling in the region.

The Raystown Branch is a popular novice and family-friendly paddling river with typical float speeds of 2-3 miles per hour under leisurely paddling conditions. However, paddlers should note that the upper section between Herline Bridge (mile 99) and Old Bedford Village (mile 92) is suitable for experienced paddlers only due to several dangerous features. Downstream from this location, the river offers more accessible paddling. Other primitive access points exist along the river corridor at Juniata Crossing (mile 73), Ritchey Bridge (mile 60), Cypher Roller Rink (mile 54), and Cypher Bridge (mile 53), which are better suited for canoes, kayaks, and car-top boats that can be hand-carried to the water.

The Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa, built in 1806 and a member of Historic Hotels of America® since 2008 was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation® for recognizing and celebrating the finest historic hotels across America.
For centuries, the Native Americans of...

The Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa, built in 1806 and a member of Historic Hotels of America® since 2008 was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation® for recognizing and celebrating the finest historic hotels across America.
For centuries, the Native Americans of Pennsylvania used the area's mineral springs for their curative powers, a custom that they
shared with local doctor John Anderson in the 1790s. Anderson then began prescribing specialized treatments for afflicted guests,
who journeyed from around the world in increasing numbers to take of the healing waters. To accommodate the growing number
of patients, Anderson built an inn in 1806 using stone quarried from the mountain adjacent to the springs. Over the next century,
Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa added fine resort amenities such as one of the first golf courses and indoor pools in America. A
$120 million renovation has restored this National Historic Landmark, which is once again one of America's grandest resort hotels.For Price Match Guarantee and Special Offers please visit, please visit HistoricHotels.org.

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