Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Des Plaines, IL

As of 2026-09-29, 2 forest patches within 30 km of Des Plaines, IL show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Hen of the woods.

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 Des Plaines.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find mushrooms near Des Plaines right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 2 forest patches within 30 km of Des Plaines, IL show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Hen of the woods. Of 304 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 63%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Des Plaines?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Hen of the woods (up to 55%), Chicken of the woods (up to 54%), Lion's mane (up to 50%), Lobster mushroom (up to 49%), Honey mushroom (up to 41%), Indigo milk cap (up to 27%), King bolete (up to 9%).

Where is the best forest patch near Des Plaines today?

The top-ranked patch is 25 km W of the city center, with a 55% fruiting probability for Hen of the woods.

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