Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Capitol Hill, DC

As of 2026-09-29, 2337 forest patches within 30 km of Capitol Hill, 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 Capitol Hill.

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 Capitol Hill right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 2337 forest patches within 30 km of Capitol Hill, DC show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Chicken of the woods, Lobster mushroom. Of 3233 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 100%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Capitol Hill?

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 85%), Hen of the woods (up to 51%), Honey mushroom (up to 51%), King bolete (up to 50%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 47%), Indigo milk cap (up to 30%).

Where is the best forest patch near Capitol Hill today?

The top-ranked patch is 7 km NE of the city center, with a 100% fruiting probability for Chicken of the woods.

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