Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Brightwood, DC

As of 2026-09-29, 2201 forest patches within 30 km of Brightwood, DC show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Chicken of the woods, Lobster mushroom.

Fruiting probability (0–100%) is forecast daily for each forest patch based on weather and forest data. Locations are given as distance and direction from the center of Brightwood.

Top forest patches within 30 km — 2026-09-29

More forest patches farther out (up to 50 km)

Probabilities beyond 30 km are available in the app.

Days 3–15 outlook

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find mushrooms near Brightwood right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 2201 forest patches within 30 km of Brightwood, DC show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Chicken of the woods, Lobster mushroom. Of 2950 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 100%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Brightwood?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Chicken of the woods (up to 100%), Lobster mushroom (up to 100%), Lion's mane (up to 97%), Honey mushroom (up to 67%), King bolete (up to 65%), Hen of the woods (up to 63%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 47%), Indigo milk cap (up to 38%).

Where is the best forest patch near Brightwood today?

The top-ranked patch is 8 km SW of the city center, with a 100% fruiting probability for Chicken of the woods.

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