Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Mechanicsburg, PA

As of 2026-09-29, 1634 forest patches within 30 km of Mechanicsburg, PA show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lion's mane, Lobster mushroom, Chicken 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 Mechanicsburg.

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 Mechanicsburg right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 1634 forest patches within 30 km of Mechanicsburg, PA show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lion's mane, Lobster mushroom, Chicken of the woods. Of 1861 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 100%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Mechanicsburg?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Lion's mane (up to 100%), Lobster mushroom (up to 100%), King bolete (up to 92%), Chicken of the woods (up to 87%), Honey mushroom (up to 80%), Hen of the woods (up to 71%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 42%), Indigo milk cap (up to 31%), American matsutake (up to 19%).

Where is the best forest patch near Mechanicsburg today?

The top-ranked patch is 11 km N of the city center, with a 100% fruiting probability for Lion's mane.

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