Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Mount Prospect, IL

As of 2026-09-29, 3 forest patches within 30 km of Mount Prospect, IL show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Hen 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 Mount Prospect.

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 Mount Prospect right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 3 forest patches within 30 km of Mount Prospect, IL show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Hen of the woods. Of 565 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 64%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Mount Prospect?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Chicken of the woods (up to 55%), Hen of the woods (up to 55%), Lobster mushroom (up to 55%), Lion's mane (up to 50%), Honey mushroom (up to 41%), Indigo milk cap (up to 28%), King bolete (up to 12%).

Where is the best forest patch near Mount Prospect today?

The top-ranked patch is 33 km SW of the city center, with a 55% fruiting probability for Chicken of the woods.

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