Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Big Lake, MN

As of 2026-09-29, 2036 forest patches within 30 km of Big Lake, MN show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lion's mane, Chicken of the woods, King bolete.

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 Big Lake.

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 Big Lake right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 2036 forest patches within 30 km of Big Lake, MN show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lion's mane, Chicken of the woods, King bolete. Of 2951 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 100%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Big Lake?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Chicken of the woods (up to 100%), Lion's mane (up to 100%), King bolete (up to 86%), Honey mushroom (up to 81%), Hen of the woods (up to 80%), Indigo milk cap (up to 46%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 41%), Lobster mushroom (up to 30%).

Where is the best forest patch near Big Lake today?

The top-ranked patch is 22 km E of the city center, with a 100% fruiting probability for Chicken of the woods.

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