Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Emporia, KS

As of 2026-09-29, 221 forest patches within 30 km of Emporia, KS show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Chicken of the woods, Lobster mushroom, Indigo milk cap.

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 Emporia.

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 Emporia right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 221 forest patches within 30 km of Emporia, KS show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Chicken of the woods, Lobster mushroom, Indigo milk cap. Of 244 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 100%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Emporia?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Chicken of the woods (up to 98%), Indigo milk cap (up to 92%), Lobster mushroom (up to 89%), Hen of the woods (up to 86%), Honey mushroom (up to 68%), Lion's mane (up to 55%), King bolete (up to 6%).

Where is the best forest patch near Emporia today?

The top-ranked patch is 27 km SE of the city center, with a 98% fruiting probability for Chicken of the woods.

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