Stand By Me Bridge 2025

The "Stand by Me" bridge is a defunct railroad trestle over Lake Britton near Burney, California, used for the iconic train bridge scene in the 1986 film. While the train tracks have been removed, the bridge is part of the Great Shasta Rail Trail and is a popular filming location, though it is closed to the public for safety reasons due to its disrepair.
Location: The bridge is located in Shasta County, California, near Burney and Lake Britton, and is accessible from Highway 89 via Eagle Mountain Road.
Filming history: The scene where the boys outrun a train was filmed on this bridge, which was part of the McCloud River Railroad. The bridge is approximately 100 feet high.
Current status: The railroad tracks were removed in 2008, and the bridge is now closed for public safety. It is often covered in graffiti.
Visiting the site: Visitors can view the bridge from a distance, but they should not attempt to walk on it. Visitors are advised to take photos from a safe distance.