Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Asheville, NC

As of 2026-09-29, 118 forest patches within 30 km of Asheville, NC show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lobster mushroom, Hen of the woods, 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 Asheville.

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.

Days 3–15 outlook

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find mushrooms near Asheville right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 118 forest patches within 30 km of Asheville, NC show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lobster mushroom, Hen of the woods, Lion's mane. Of 7254 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 70%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Asheville?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Hen of the woods (up to 67%), Lobster mushroom (up to 67%), Lion's mane (up to 62%), Honey mushroom (up to 50%), King bolete (up to 45%), Chicken of the woods (up to 40%), American matsutake (up to 37%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 25%).

Where is the best forest patch near Asheville today?

The top-ranked patch is 11 km SW of the city center, with a 67% fruiting probability for Hen of the woods.

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