Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Mills River, NC

As of 2026-09-29, 75 forest patches within 30 km of Mills River, NC show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lobster mushroom, 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 Mills River.

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 Mills River right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 75 forest patches within 30 km of Mills River, NC show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lobster mushroom, Hen of the woods. Of 7678 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 70%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Mills River?

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 Mills River today?

The top-ranked patch is 15 km N of the city center, with a 67% fruiting probability for Hen of the woods.

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