Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Big Stone Gap, VA

As of 2026-09-29, 740 forest patches within 30 km of Big Stone Gap, VA 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 Big Stone Gap.

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 Big Stone Gap right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 740 forest patches within 30 km of Big Stone Gap, VA show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lobster mushroom, Hen of the woods, Lion's mane. Of 3035 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 75%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Big Stone Gap?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Hen of the woods (up to 75%), Lobster mushroom (up to 75%), Lion's mane (up to 70%), Honey mushroom (up to 58%), Chicken of the woods (up to 49%), King bolete (up to 25%), American matsutake (up to 19%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 9%).

Where is the best forest patch near Big Stone Gap today?

The top-ranked patch is 26 km NW of the city center, with a 75% fruiting probability for Hen of the woods.

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