Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Madison, WI

As of 2026-09-29, 395 forest patches within 30 km of Madison, WI 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 Madison.

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 Madison right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 395 forest patches within 30 km of Madison, WI show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lobster mushroom, Hen of the woods, Lion's mane. Of 1752 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 92%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Madison?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Lobster mushroom (up to 92%), Lion's mane (up to 84%), Hen of the woods (up to 74%), Chicken of the woods (up to 64%), Honey mushroom (up to 55%), King bolete (up to 25%), Indigo milk cap (up to 21%), American matsutake (up to 13%).

Where is the best forest patch near Madison today?

The top-ranked patch is 34 km NW of the city center, with a 92% fruiting probability for Lobster mushroom.

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