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Ansted, West Virginia: Mystery Hole

Indoor attraction of gravity gone wild. Goofy outdoor photo-ops include its vintage, "See the Unbelievable" sign.

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Mystery Hole

The Mystery Hole used to be known as "The Sacred Miracle Mystery Hole." Don't know what happened that it lost its "Sacred Miracle" status. I went back to it after it was just The Mystery Hole, and still thought it was quite the sacred miracle.

[Queixa, 06/20/2011]
Mystery Hole

Just a tip not to look at [the owner] sideways. He denied my entrance because I told him I had my camera in a coat pocket and was not going to use it; I just had it from taking photos outside the building. If I were trying to hide anything, I wouldn't have told him I had it in my pocket. He went on a tirade about how signs are posted, and his wife, the ticket seller told us no cameras, etc. My husband took it to the car and he continued to chide me in front of others. I asked, "Why are you being so mean?" and then he really flipped out like the Soup Nazi from Seinfeld. He denied my entrance saying, "Your attitude will not allow you to enjoy the exhibit!"

[Ann T., 10/14/2009]

Yep, those are the rules at that particular Mystery Spot. Now get out! No soup for you!

Mystery Hole

Be careful of the odd hours. They are closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in June. According to their web site, they have fluctating hours throughout the summer. The Mystery Hole is difficult to find, as it is on a back road (you are going through the thickest part of the West Virginia mountins) near the Gauley Bridge.

[Jim Heverin, 06/16/2005]
Mystery Hole

This attraction is called the Mystery Hole, a mystery vortex area located near Hawks Nest Park in Ansted. It is small, but it is a true phenomenon. You see water travel up hill and everything defies gravity -- unreal! A must see to our state--check it out, you will be amazed. Just look for the VW sticking out of the side of the building. See the laws of gravity defied in the mysterious chambers beneath the small roadside gift shop. A West Virginia cultural icon.

[Priscilla Donohew, 04/29/2005]
Mystery Hole

It's true! The Mystery Hole is back! My name is Sandy and my husband's name is Will, and we are the proud new owners. We purchased the Mystery Hole February of 1999, and after 2 months of clean-up and restoration, we reopened it Memorial Day weekend.

Our first year was a big success. People thanked us every day for reopening the Mystery Hole. We did add one new attraction -- you can now watch water flow uphill! We would like to thank everyone who came to visit the Mystery Hole last year and we are looking forward to our 2nd season which will begin in April and run thru October.

[Will and Sandy Morrison, 02/22/2000]

Mystery Hole

Address:
16724 Midland Trail, Ansted, WV
Directions:
West of town. On US 60 at mile marker 44, just west of Hawks Nest State Park.
Hours:
Summer only W-M 10:30-6 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
304-658-9101
Admission:
12 and up $10, 3-11 $8
RA Rates:
Major Fun
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