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Incident2026-11-01

Three hikers on Mount Shasta relied on Google’s AI chatbot Gemini for planning. They summited late, descended in the dark and got lost. One hiker injured his knee. A Forest Service team rescued them. Another visitor pitched a tent near a 'No Camping' sign after AI said she could. A man used an AI-generated map with features on the wrong side of a mountain. A 16-year-old in British Columbia used Claude to plan a trip and needed a helicopter rescue. Grand Teton National Park saw 26% of visitors using AI for travel information in 2026. Wyoming search and rescue calls dropped to 312 in 2026 from 466 in 2025. Experts warn AI can hallucinate and encourage cognitive surrender. They advise verifying AI advice with official maps and guides. Park rangers urge serious planning for backcountry trips.

  • 26% of Grand Teton visitors report using AI for travel information
  • 312 search and rescue calls in Wyoming in 2026
  • 466 search and rescue calls in Wyoming in 2025

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