Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near South Orange, NJ

As of 2026-09-29, 1566 forest patches within 30 km of South Orange, NJ show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Honey mushroom, Lobster mushroom, Lion's mane.

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 South Orange.

Top forest patches within 30 km — 2026-09-29

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Probabilities beyond 30 km are available in the app.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find mushrooms near South Orange right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 1566 forest patches within 30 km of South Orange, NJ show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Honey mushroom, Lobster mushroom, Lion's mane. Of 1942 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 100%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near South Orange?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: King bolete (up to 100%), Hen of the woods (up to 100%), Lion's mane (up to 100%), Lobster mushroom (up to 100%), Honey mushroom (up to 100%), Chicken of the woods (up to 87%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 58%), Indigo milk cap (up to 49%).

Where is the best forest patch near South Orange today?

The top-ranked patch is 18 km N of the city center, with a 100% fruiting probability for King bolete.

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