04/12/2026
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"Stand By Me" Bridge
The "Stand By Me" Bridge which was utilized in the 1986 film Stand by Me, directed by Rob Reiner, is located off of Dusty Campground entrance near Burney Falls State Park. The bridge is planned to be integrated into the Great Shasta Rail Trail.
In the film, the Lake Britton Bridge was used to capture the memorable scene where the four adolescent teens, best friends, escape death from an oncoming train, forming lifelong friendships.
The bridge is approximately 7.5 miles north of Burney, CA. From the town of Burney, take Hwy 299 East to Hwy 89. Head North 7.5 miles towards Lake Britton. After going over a bridge, over the river, you will pass under a small train bridge, on the right-hand side you will see a gravel road. Turn right onto that gravel road (Eagle Mountain Lane) to the bridge, that will be on your right. The gravel road is also an entrance to the Dusty Campground Site.
The bridge is now barricaded and you won't be able to walk on or across the bridge but you can still take great pictures and enjoy the beautiful scenic views.
2026 marks the 40th anniversary of the movies release.
