The Great Allegheny Passage, Maryland and Pennsylvania Weekend Tour

Day 1: Cumberland, MD to Bedford, PA

Morning:

1. Departure from Cumberland:

   • Start your ride from Cumberland, MD around 9:00 AM.
   • Take MD-36 N and head towards Frostburg, MD.

2. Stop in Frostburg:

   • Arrive in Frostburg around 9:30 AM.
   • Visit the Thrasher Carriage Museum.
   • Take a short break and enjoy the small-town charm.

Midday:
3. Ride to Meyersdale, PA:

• Depart Frostburg around 10:30 AM and continue on US-40 W and PA-160 N.
• Arrive in Meyersdale around 11:30 AM.

1. Lunch in Meyersdale:
   • Have lunch at a local eatery like the GI Dayroom Coffee Shop & Diner.
   • Visit the Meyersdale Area Historical Society and the Historic Railroad Station.

Afternoon:
5. Ride to Bedford, PA:

• Depart Meyersdale around 1:00 PM and take US-219 N and US-30 E to Bedford, PA.
• Arrive in Bedford around 2:30 PM.

1. Explore Bedford:
   • Check into your accommodation (consider the Omni Bedford Springs Resort or a local B&B).
   • Visit the Bedford County Historical Society and Old Bedford Village.
   • Stroll through the historic downtown area and browse local shops.

Evening:
7. Dinner in Bedford:

• Have dinner at a local restaurant like 10/09 Kitchen or The Pub at the Golden Eagle Inn.
• Enjoy a relaxing evening in the historic town.

Overnight:

• Stay overnight in Bedford.

Day 2: Bedford, PA to Cumberland, MD

Morning:

1. Breakfast in Bedford:

   • Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation or a local café like Bird's Nest Cafe.
   • Depart Bedford around 9:00 AM.

2. Ride to Shawnee State Park:

   • Take US-30 W to Shawnee State Park, arriving around 9:30 AM.
   • Enjoy a morning walk or relax by Shawnee Lake.

Midday:
3. Ride to Somerset, PA:

• Depart Shawnee State Park around 10:30 AM and take PA-31 W to Somerset, PA.
• Arrive in Somerset around 11:30 AM.

1. Lunch in Somerset:
   • Have lunch at a local spot like Pine Grill Restaurant.
   • Explore the Somerset Historical Center and Flight 93 National Memorial.

Afternoon:
5. Ride to Ohiopyle State Park, PA:

• Depart Somerset around 1:00 PM and take PA-31 W and PA-281 S to Ohiopyle State Park.
• Arrive in Ohiopyle around 2:00 PM.

1. Explore Ohiopyle State Park:
   • Enjoy the scenic beauty, visit Ohiopyle Falls, or take a short hike.
   • Take in the natural surroundings and relax.

Evening:
7. Return to Cumberland, MD:

• Depart Ohiopyle around 3:30 PM and take PA-281 S and US-40 W back to Cumberland, MD.
• Arrive in Cumberland around 5:00 PM.

1. Dinner in Cumberland:
   • Conclude your trip with dinner in Cumberland at a local favorite like Ristorante Ottaviani or The Crabby Pig.

End of Trip:

• Enjoy a relaxing evening in Cumberland or head home.

This itinerary offers a mix of scenic rides, historic sites, and natural beauty, providing a memorable two-day motorcycle adventure along The Great Allegheny Passage.