Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near West Lafayette, IN

As of 2026-09-29, 34 forest patches within 30 km of West Lafayette, IN show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lion's mane, Chicken of the woods, 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 West Lafayette.

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 West Lafayette right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 34 forest patches within 30 km of West Lafayette, IN show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lion's mane, Chicken of the woods, Hen of the woods. Of 423 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 72%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near West Lafayette?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Lion's mane (up to 65%), Chicken of the woods (up to 57%), Hen of the woods (up to 53%), Honey mushroom (up to 47%), Lobster mushroom (up to 25%), Indigo milk cap (up to 21%), King bolete (up to 17%).

Where is the best forest patch near West Lafayette today?

The top-ranked patch is 8 km NE of the city center, with a 65% fruiting probability for Lion's mane.

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