Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Elk River, MN

As of 2026-09-29, 2206 forest patches within 30 km of Elk River, 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 Elk River.

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 Elk River right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 2206 forest patches within 30 km of Elk River, MN show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lion's mane, Chicken of the woods, King bolete. Of 3239 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 100%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Elk River?

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%), Hen of the woods (up to 75%), Honey mushroom (up to 74%), Indigo milk cap (up to 46%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 41%), Lobster mushroom (up to 21%).

Where is the best forest patch near Elk River today?

The top-ranked patch is 7 km SE of the city center, with a 100% fruiting probability for Chicken of the woods.

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