Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Elgin, IL

As of 2026-09-29, 18 forest patches within 30 km of Elgin, IL show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Hen of the woods, Lobster mushroom.

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 Elgin.

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 Elgin right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 18 forest patches within 30 km of Elgin, IL show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Hen of the woods, Lobster mushroom. Of 930 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 88%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Elgin?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Hen of the woods (up to 69%), Lobster mushroom (up to 69%), Lion's mane (up to 64%), Honey mushroom (up to 56%), Chicken of the woods (up to 55%), Indigo milk cap (up to 28%), King bolete (up to 24%), American matsutake (up to 14%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 13%).

Where is the best forest patch near Elgin today?

The top-ranked patch is 24 km S of the city center, with a 69% fruiting probability for Hen of the woods.

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