Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Ruidoso, NM

As of 2026-09-29, 15 forest patches within 30 km of Ruidoso, NM show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Hen of the woods, American matsutake, 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 Ruidoso.

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.

Days 3–15 outlook

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find mushrooms near Ruidoso right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 15 forest patches within 30 km of Ruidoso, NM show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Hen of the woods, American matsutake, Lobster mushroom. Of 4980 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 66%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Ruidoso?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Hen of the woods (up to 62%), Lobster mushroom (up to 62%), Lion's mane (up to 57%), King bolete (up to 55%), American matsutake (up to 52%), Chicken of the woods (up to 45%), Honey mushroom (up to 44%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 30%), Indigo milk cap (up to 12%).

Where is the best forest patch near Ruidoso today?

The top-ranked patch is 22 km NW of the city center, with a 62% fruiting probability for Hen of the woods.

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