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Local Activities, Adventures & Updates

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Hike Pennsylvania Mid-State Trail lodging and shuttle

Hiking

The Mid-State Trail is Pennsylvania’s Trail of the Year and is right out our backdoor in Buchanan State Forest.

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Olde Bedford Brewing Company River Mountain Glamping Cabins

Breweries + Wineries

Discover our favorite local breweries and wineries, including Olde Bedford Brewing Company.

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Shopping + Downtown Bedford

Take a ride to historic, downtown Bedford, PA – about 25 minutes north of River Mountain. This quaint downtown features boutique shops, restaurants, and Olde Bedford Brewing Company.

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Adventure

Bike the C+O Canal Trail

The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath (C+O Canal and GAP Trail) is a paved bike trail from DC to Pittsburgh.

Canoe and kayak Maryland and Pennsylvania Rocky Gap River Mountain

Canoe + Kayaking

Get out on the water with kayak and canoe rentals at these gorgeous mountain lakes near River Mountain.

Fly Fishing

River Mountain is the perfect home-base for a fly fishing trip. Explore nearby Yellow Creek and Little Juniata River.

Hiking

The Mid-State Trail is Pennsylvania’s Trail of the Year and is right out our backdoor in Buchanan State Forest.

Horseback Riding

Saddle up, slow down, and experience a trailride in the picturesque mountains and countryside of Bedford County.

Mountain Biking

Ride the IMBA single-track mountain biking of the Allegrippis Trails at Raystown Lake.

Like a Local

Check out our favorite restaurants in Bedford, PA (about 22 miles away) and Cumberland, MD (about 20 miles away). Quick heads up, currently none offer delivery to River Mountain since we are a remote getaway.

Scenic Views + Worthy Drives

covered bridge pennsylvania river mountain

Covered Bridge Tour

Fallingwater

Flight 93 National Memorial

Hawk Watch

All Journal Entries

Hawk Watch

Meghan | July 30, 2021

Located at 2850 feet above sea level, the Allegheny Front Hawk Watch is the highest birder hawk watch in Pennsylvania. The Allegheny Front offers a stunning panorama for bird watching, with visibility up to 20 miles on clear days. The Allegheny Front is renowned for its Golden Eagles.

Deep Rooted Co. Foraged and Floral Workshops

Meghan | April 13, 2021

Deep Rooted Co. specializes in stunning organic floral and plant arrangements. Her workshops at River Mountain are a modern, organic way to get creative with friends.