Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Wheaton, IL

As of 2026-09-29, 41 forest patches within 30 km of Wheaton, IL show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Hen 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 Wheaton.

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 Wheaton right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 41 forest patches within 30 km of Wheaton, IL show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Hen of the woods, Lobster mushroom. Of 548 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 88%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Wheaton?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Hen of the woods (up to 81%), Lobster mushroom (up to 81%), Lion's mane (up to 74%), Chicken of the woods (up to 72%), Honey mushroom (up to 64%), Indigo milk cap (up to 33%), King bolete (up to 21%).

Where is the best forest patch near Wheaton today?

The top-ranked patch is 26 km W of the city center, with a 81% fruiting probability for Hen of the woods.

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