Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Brainerd, MN

As of 2026-09-29, 1445 forest patches within 30 km of Brainerd, MN show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lion's mane, Honey mushroom, King bolete.

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 Brainerd.

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 Brainerd right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 1445 forest patches within 30 km of Brainerd, MN show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lion's mane, Honey mushroom, King bolete. Of 4109 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 100%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Brainerd?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Lion's mane (up to 100%), Honey mushroom (up to 100%), Hen of the woods (up to 99%), Chicken of the woods (up to 82%), King bolete (up to 76%), Lobster mushroom (up to 62%), Indigo milk cap (up to 43%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 26%), American matsutake (up to 13%).

Where is the best forest patch near Brainerd today?

The top-ranked patch is 5 km SE of the city center, with a 100% fruiting probability for Lion's mane.

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