To get there, turn east from M-22, or west from US-31, onto Joyfield Road. As you approach the Gravity Hill you will see the remains of a ghost town as well as an old church at the intersection.
At the intersection of Joyfield and Putney, turn North. About 1/4-mile from the intersection (you will now be at the bottom of a hill), put your vehicle in neutral and take your foot off the brake. You will accelerate up the hill at speeds approaching 15 miles per hour defying the laws of gravity as we know them.
Is Gravity Hill a vortex caused by a variation in the earths magnetic field, an optical illusion, or a supernatural place? We suggest that you visit and discover the answer for yourself . . . then explain it to us.
About Arcadia
In 1870, Henry Starke founded Starkeville, now know as Arcadia Township. Agriculture was the major industry including farming, diary products and maple sugar. Lumber boomed by 1880 with major developments to follow. Among these were a post office and the Arcadia and Betsey River Railway. During this period lots were developed in the Village of Arcadia and could be purchased for a mere $25. Today, Arcadia is a wonderful place to relax with your family. Explore the early days on your tour of the Arcadia Historical Museum, have a picnic in the park or play at the beach or hit the links. Take in a stunning view from the highest point on the west shore of Lake Michigan, Inspiration Point. Come discover the advantages of life in a small town.
