Bedford Springs Resort Outdoor Activities
Omni Bedford Springs Resort is the perfect destination to explore nature’s splendor. Enjoy an array of fun activities in the fresh mountain air.
Archery
Visit your primitive roots and take a step back in time with our On-Target Archery Program for adults and children alike! This activity is great for beginners and advanced archers - explore the use of recurve bows without the use of modern sites. Guests can engage in friendly competition or test their aim at 10-20 yard distances. Takes place at the archery center at Omni Bedford Springs Resort. Tournament style available for larger groups. Private archery is available for family units at any of the available times, but must be booked out completely!
Details:
- 1-hour sessions for children and adult sessions
- Activity is weather and temperature dependent
For more information or reservations, please contact Tally Ho Outfitters at (814) 624-5685 or our Activity Coordinators at (814) 624-5633. Reservations are required to assure availability.
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Axe Throwing
Available Daily
Step into a new role, as an axe-pert! Try your hand at axe throwing in the beauty of the Allegheny Mountains. Learn the proper throwing techniques and make memories during this fun and exciting adventure. Reservations required in advance. $55 per person - 60 minutes.
For more information or reservations, please call our Activity Coordinators at (814) 624-5633.
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Bedford Springs Adventure Quest
Get ready for a thrilling adventure with Bedford Springs Adventure Quest. It is a scavenger hunt like no other, where you'll embark on a virtual journey to complete challenges, solve puzzles, and explore new places.
Details:
- Available daily
- Cellphone required
For more information, please call our Tally Ho Sport Shop at (814) 624-5685.
Biking
Leisure trails below the resort take guests through paved, gravel, and groomed trails. Travel to Red Oak Lake and Black Spring to get in some of our remote, scenic areas of property. You can also travel into town to get in some window shopping, sight-seeing or lunch. Both areas are just over a mile from the resort. Miles of mountain biking trails are located above the resort, offer thrilling adventure as you weave in and out of the woodland. Bike trails are strenuous and not meant for inexperienced bikers or children. These trails can be ungroomed at certain times of the year. Great for exercise and adventure.
Bike rentals include the use of a helmet, lock and key. Current bike styles include 2021 model Cannondale Treadwells, 2021 Cannondale NEOs, and Maxi Fat Tire Trails. Limited quantities of children's bikes available.
VIEW BIKING TRAIL MAP (PDF, 9.5 MB)
For reservations or more information, please contact Tally Ho Outfitters at (814) 624-5685 or our Activity Coordinators at (814) 624-5633.
Fire Pit
Located on the front lawn of the resort off of the Frontier Tavern, a welcoming fire pit lit nightly invites you for cocktails and conversation. Enjoy an evening under the stars warming by the fire and roasting a fresh s’more with your friends and family.
Details:
- Complimentary to all Resort guests
- Cozy blankets available for use at the Frontier Tavern host stand
- Cozy blankets available for purchase at Tally Ho Outfitters ($)
- S'mores kits available to purchase at the Frontier Tavern ($)
For more information, please contact our Activity Coordinators at (814) 624-5633.
Fishing
Get outside and enjoy fishing right on property at Shober's Run (stocked trout stream) or Red Oak Lake (spring fed pond, where we ask you to catch and release. Take in the fresh air and cast your worries away.
Spincast Fishing Rentals at Tally Ho Sport Shop:
- Guests at least 16 years of age who supply their own equipment and are licensed to fish in Pennsylvania will incur no additional cost for on-property fishing. Pennsylvania fishing licenses can be purchased here.
*Pole rental includes fishing vest and artificial bait
For reservations or more information, please contact Tally Ho Outfitters at (814) 624-5685 or our Activity Coordinators at (814) 624-5633.
Fly Fishing
We offer guided fly fishing excursions to local trout streams.
Half Day (4 hours) Guided Excursion (30-minute drive off-property)
Full Day Guided Excursion (30-minute drive off-property):
Details:
- Must be 16 years of age
- Must possess a current Pennsylvania fishing license. Pennsylvania fishing licenses can be purchased here.
For more information or reservations, please call Tally Ho Outfitters at (814) 624-5685 or our Activity Coordinators at (814) 624-5633. Reservations are required at least 48 hours in advance to assure availability. Cancelations must be made seven days in advance to receive a full refund.
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Hiking
Explore the beautiful property that is home to Bedford Springs by hiking on one of the trails. Whether you are looking for a leisurely walk or a challenging fitness hike, the choice is yours. Don’t forget to take a map and a bottled water when you are hiking.
VIEW HIKING TRAIL MAP (PDF, 9.3 MB)
Details:
For more information, please contact our Tally Ho Outfitters at (814) 624-5685.
Historic Hike
Take a hike through history. Take advantage of a private hike with Omni Bedford Springs Resort’s trail guide to some of the most historically significant spots on our beautiful 2,200 acres. Explore all facets of the land from pre-historic times, Native American tribes, to early settlers, healing waters, which have all shaped today’s destination resort and spa.
Details:
- 1.5 Miles
- Advanced registration required
- Weather dependent
- Limited to 5 guests
For reservations or more information, please contact Tally Ho Outfitters at (814) 624-5685. All hikes are weather permitting. Reservations are required to assure availability.
Meditative Hike
There’s no better place to meditate than in the great outdoors; no better introduction to this ancient and beautiful practice that’s so relevant and necessary to our modern lifestyles, than through mindful walking. Experience your own private hike with Omni Bedford Springs Resort’s trail guide who is also an experienced meditation teacher. Our guide will take you to some of the loveliest and most peaceful places on our 2,200 acres, and will provide you with practical ways to bring mindfulness and meditation into your daily life.
Details:
- 60-minutes
- Advanced registration required
- Weather dependent
- Limited to 5 guests
For reservations or more information, please contact Tally Ho Outfitters at (814) 624-5685. All hikes are weather permitting. Reservations are required to assure availability.
Guided Scenic Hike
Enjoy some of our most picturesque scenery here on our 2,200 acres by taking advantage of our Scenic Hike. Appreciate the natural beauty of Bedford Springs' deciduous forest, mountainous woodland, and sprawling valley bejeweled with natural artisan springs, two waterfalls, a lake, and winding creek - there is so much to see! Our guide will take you to some of the most beautiful scenes on property. Don't forget your camera.
Details:
- 3 Miles
- Advanced registration required
- Weather dependent
- Limited to 5 guests
For reservations or more information, please contact Tally Ho Outfitters at (814) 624-5685. All hikes are weather permitting. Reservations are required to assure availability.
"I Spy" Nature Hike
Available daily through our Tally Ho Sport Shop. Take your children on an "I Spy" Adventure Hike to locate and identify various species of animals and plants.
Details:
- 1-Hour Hike
- No age limits
For more information, please contact Tally Ho Outfitters at (814) 624-5685 or our Activity Coordinators at (814) 624-5633.
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Lawn Games
It’s time for fun and games! Compete in games and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. You’ll have tons of fun watching or playing. Equipment available on the front lawn or by stopping at the Tally Ho Sport Shop. No reservations available - games offered on a first come, first serve basis.
Pricing:
For more information or reservations, please contact our Activity Coordinators at (814) 624-5633.
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Off-road Vehicle Tour
Take a ride on the wild side with a guided tour that will take you on some of the more remote trails. With over 8 miles of UTV trails to explore, this excursion is sure to give you a thrill. Equipped with 2024 Polaris RZR, experience an adventure you won't forget! Off-Road Vehicle Tours include helmets, goggles, and a safety program prior to taking off for the trail head.
Details:
- Approx. 1.5-hours
- Must be 12 years or older and be able to properly fit helmet, feet reach the floor of the vehicle, and hands able to hold grab bars. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian 25 years and older. Drivers must be 21+ with a valid driver's license!
For reservations or more information, please contact Tally Ho Outfitters at (814) 624-5685 or our Activity Coordinators at (814) 624-5633.
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Scavenger Hunts
Available by request, just stop by the Tally Ho Sport Shop. Scavenger hunts vary in difficulty and are great for adults and families alike. Get to know the interesting historical facts and the layout of Omni Bedford Springs Resort.
Details:
For more information, please contact Tally Ho Outfitters at (814) 624-5685 or our Activity Coordinators at (814) 624-5633.
Tennis
Tennis balls are available for purchase at the Tally Ho Sport Shop for $7 a tube. Tennis court is complimentary and reserved in 1 hour time slots daily. The tennis court is located behind the resort, next to the cottage. Hours of the court are dawn until dusk.
Pricing:
- Complimentary
- Tennis rental is available
For more information or reservations, please contact our Activity Coordinators at (814) 624-5633.
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*Rates and availability are subject to change.