Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Ellicott City, MD

As of 2026-09-29, 1832 forest patches within 30 km of Ellicott City, MD show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lobster mushroom, Chicken 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 Ellicott City.

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 Ellicott City right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 1832 forest patches within 30 km of Ellicott City, MD show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lobster mushroom, Chicken of the woods, Lion's mane. Of 2388 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 100%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Ellicott City?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Chicken of the woods (up to 100%), Lobster mushroom (up to 100%), Lion's mane (up to 91%), King bolete (up to 48%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 47%), Honey mushroom (up to 44%), Hen of the woods (up to 36%), Indigo milk cap (up to 22%), American matsutake (up to 20%).

Where is the best forest patch near Ellicott City today?

The top-ranked patch is 11 km SE of the city center, with a 100% fruiting probability for Chicken of the woods.

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