Spook Hill

Spook Hill

Spook Hill is a 'gravity hill'. An optical illusion where it seems vehicles and other objects roll uphill when they are actually going downhill.

The slope of a gravity hill is an optical illusion, usually with a completely or mostly obstructed horizon. Without a horizon, judging the slope of a surface is difficult as a reliable reference is missing.

Objects one would normally assume to be more-or-less perpendicular to the ground (such as trees) may actually be leaning, offsetting the visual reference.

Location

Lake Wales, Polk County
Florida, USA

Getting There

By car: Take US-27 South to SR-17 South, turn left onto Burns Ave, then left onto 5th St. Spook Hill is located at the intersection of 5th St. and Dr. J.A. Wiltshire Ave.

By public transportation: The closest bus stop to Spook Hill is located at the intersection of US-27 and State Road 17. From there, you can take a taxi or ride-sharing service to Spook Hill.

It's important to note that Spook Hill is an outdoor attraction and can be visited at any time, free of charge.

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