Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near Lancaster, OH

As of 2026-09-29, 1419 forest patches within 30 km of Lancaster, OH show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Hen of the woods, Lobster mushroom, 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 Lancaster.

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 Lancaster right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 1419 forest patches within 30 km of Lancaster, OH show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Hen of the woods, Lobster mushroom, Lion's mane. Of 2092 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 100%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near Lancaster?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Hen of the woods (up to 100%), Lobster mushroom (up to 100%), Lion's mane (up to 94%), Honey mushroom (up to 86%), Chicken of the woods (up to 72%), King bolete (up to 35%), Indigo milk cap (up to 35%), Pacific golden chanterelle (up to 17%), American matsutake (up to 14%).

Where is the best forest patch near Lancaster today?

The top-ranked patch is 13 km S of the city center, with a 100% fruiting probability for Hen of the woods.

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