Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Wheeling, IL

As of 2026-09-29, 2 forest patches within 30 km of Wheeling, 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 Wheeling.

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 Wheeling right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 2 forest patches within 30 km of Wheeling, IL show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Hen of the woods. Of 646 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 63%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Wheeling?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Hen of the woods (up to 55%), Chicken of the woods (up to 54%), Lion's mane (up to 50%), Lobster mushroom (up to 49%), Honey mushroom (up to 41%), Indigo milk cap (up to 27%), King bolete (up to 13%).

Where is the best forest patch near Wheeling today?

The top-ranked patch is 28 km SW of the city center, with a 55% fruiting probability for Hen of the woods.

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