Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Salem, MA

As of 2026-09-29, 1786 forest patches within 30 km of Salem, MA show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lobster mushroom, Pacific golden chanterelle, 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 Salem.

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 Salem right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 1786 forest patches within 30 km of Salem, MA show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lobster mushroom, Pacific golden chanterelle, Lion's mane. Of 3340 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 100%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Salem?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 100%), Lion's mane (up to 100%), Lobster mushroom (up to 100%), King bolete (up to 60%), Chicken of the woods (up to 57%), Honey mushroom (up to 51%), American matsutake (up to 48%), Hen of the woods (up to 45%).

Where is the best forest patch near Salem today?

The top-ranked patch is 8 km NE of the city center, with a 100% fruiting probability for Pacific golden chanterelle.

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