What causes the Santa Cruz Mystery Spot?
The Mystery Spot is a gravity hill, tilt-induced visual illusion. The illusion experienced by visitors results from the oddly tilted environment as well as standing on a tilted floor. Inside the tilted room of the Mystery Spot, misperceptions of the height and orientation of objects occur.
Is there a place in California with no gravity?
The Mystery Spot is a gravitational anomaly located in the redwood forests just outside of Santa Cruz, California. It is a circular area of effect around 150 feet or 46 meters in diameter. Within the Mystery Spot you will be stunned as your perceptions of the laws of physics and gravity are questioned.
How much does the Mystery Spot in Santa Cruz cost?
Total charge per advance ticket is $8.00. Children 3 and under are free. Parking is $5 per vehicle payable upon arrival by cash or check only. You can purchase tickets at the door for $8, by cash or check only, however we usually sell out during the holidays and on weekends.
Who discovered the Mystery Spot in Santa Cruz?
Established by George Prather, the Mystery Spot became a popular roadside attraction under the stewardship of Prather’s son Bruce in the late 1940s and 1950s.”
What town defies gravity?
Mystery Spot Santa Cruz Discovered in 1939 and opened to the public in 1940, this gem of a circular, physics-defying destination measures about 150 feet around and lies in the forests just outside the Santa Cruz. What do I mean by “physics-defying?” These pictures speak pretty loudly.
Why is Santa Cruz called Santa Cruz?
In 1769 the Spanish explorer Don Gaspar de Portola discovered the land area which is now known as the City of Santa Cruz. When he came upon the beautiful flowing river, he named it San Lorenzo in honor of Saint Lawrence. He called the rolling hills above the river Santa Cruz, which means holy cross.
How long is the tour at the Mystery Spot?
approximately 45 minutes
How long is the Mystery Spot tour? Our fully guided tours are approximately 45 minutes long.
What place in the US has no gravity?
Hoover Dam in Nevada, USA is one such place where gravity doesn’t seem to exist at all. Don’t believe us? Well then, try this experiment if you ever happen to visit this place. Stand near the dam and pour water from a bottle over the dam.