Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Gary, IN

As of 2026-09-29, 387 forest patches within 30 km of Gary, IN show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lion's mane, 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 Gary.

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 Gary right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 387 forest patches within 30 km of Gary, IN show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lion's mane, Hen of the woods, Lobster mushroom. Of 754 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 96%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Gary?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Lion's mane (up to 89%), Hen of the woods (up to 82%), Lobster mushroom (up to 79%), Chicken of the woods (up to 78%), Honey mushroom (up to 68%), King bolete (up to 62%), Indigo milk cap (up to 29%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 18%), American matsutake (up to 18%).

Where is the best forest patch near Gary today?

The top-ranked patch is 25 km E of the city center, with a 89% fruiting probability for Lion's mane.

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