Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Charlottesville, VA

As of 2026-09-29, 10 forest patches within 30 km of Charlottesville, VA show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: 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 Charlottesville.

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 Charlottesville right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 10 forest patches within 30 km of Charlottesville, VA show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Chicken of the woods. Of 3700 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 60%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Charlottesville?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Chicken of the woods (up to 60%), Lion's mane (up to 36%), King bolete (up to 28%), Hen of the woods (up to 28%), Lobster mushroom (up to 24%), Honey mushroom (up to 20%).

Where is the best forest patch near Charlottesville today?

The top-ranked patch is 29 km W of the city center, with a 60% fruiting probability for Chicken of the woods.

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