Oregon Vortex, Optical illusion attraction in Gold Hill, Oregon, United States.
The Oregon Vortex features a tilted mining office building where balls appear to roll uphill and people seem to change height positions.
In 1904, the Old Grey Eagle Mining Company constructed a gold assay office that later shifted from its foundation to rest at unusual angles.
Native American communities considered this land forbidden territory, as their horses consistently refused to enter the specific area.
The attraction operates daily from 9 AM to 5 PM in summer and 9 AM to 4 PM after Labor Day, with guided tours starting at the gift shop.
Scientific investigations suggest the visual phenomena result from orientation framing, where the brain processes irregular angles against horizontal references.
Location: Oregon
Website: https://oregonvortex.com
GPS coordinates: 42.49310,-123.08500
Latest update: May 28, 2025 11:42
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