Magnetic Hill, Gravity hill in Moncton, Canada.
Magnetic Hill is a rural road at the base of Lutes Mountain where vehicles and loose objects appear to roll uphill against gravity. The dirt road creates a visual illusion caused by the surrounding landscape and the slope of the natural terrain.
Local farmers observed the phenomenon during the 1800s, but widespread attention came after a newspaper article appeared in 1933. This publicity transformed it from a local curiosity into a known destination.
Local people and visitors gather at this spot to witness what seems impossible, making it a social meeting place where curiosity brings everyone together. The location has become part of regional identity, with many returning repeatedly to test the phenomenon.
Visitors should drive to experience the phenomenon firsthand, as it is most noticeable when a vehicle is in motion down the slope. The site works best in clear weather and is accessible year-round, though the effect is easier to observe in good visibility.
The phenomenon only works on this specific stretch of road; nearby parallel routes do not produce the same illusion. This makes it a highly localized feature that visitors experience only at this exact location.
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