I tested ChatGPT vs Claude to find the best hikes with AllTrails — one clearly had better picks
The author compared ChatGPT and Claude's AllTrails integrations to determine which AI provided better hiking trail recommendations near New York City. Using three specific prompts, the author evaluated the quality and relevance of the suggested trails. Claude emerged as the clear winner with more accurate and appealing trail suggestions.
- ▪The author tested ChatGPT and Claude using AllTrails integration to recommend hiking trails near New York City.
- ▪Three prompts were used: easy trails with great views, low-traffic trails for solitude, and must-do spring hikes from a local guide perspective.
- ▪ChatGPT provided 10 trail options with detailed info cards, including ratings, distance, and difficulty level.
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AI I tested ChatGPT vs Claude to find the best hikes with AllTrails — one clearly had better picks Features By Elton Jones published 2 May 2026 Pitting chatbots against each other to find my next hiking experiences When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Shutterstock) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter I love the fact that most of the apps I use every day have been made into apps for ChatGPT and “Connectors” for Claude.As soon as Claude implemented a bunch of recognizable Connectors, I put its Spotify integration to the ultimate test to see if its recommended playlists included better…
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