Can you spot the hiker in this picture of a mountain?
Do you think you can spot the hiker in this optical illusion picture within 5 seconds? Are you up for the challenge?
A picture of a hiker on a mountain has left people scratching their heads. Why? It is extremely hard to spot the hiker in the otherwise unassuming image. Do you think you are skilled enough to find the person within five seconds?

“This hiker on the side of a mountain,” reads the caption posted along with the optical illusion shared on Reddit. The picture shows a grey barren mountain. At first, it seems like there is nothing else. However, if you look closely and patiently, then you can see that there is indeed a person on the mountain.
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How fast can you spot the hiker? Your time starts now…
The post was shared about a month ago. Since being posted, it has accumulated close to 250 upvotes and counting. The share has also received several comments.
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Here’s what Reddit users are saying about this optical illusion:
“I still can't find them and I've been staring at this for like 15 minutes,” posted a Reddit user. “Just found them, they blend in real well,” added another. “This is a great example of why hikers are encouraged to wear brighter colours when on a hike. It makes them more visible in case of an emergency,” joined a third. “That took some time,” wrote a fourth.
ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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