Mushroom Forecast

Mushroom forecast near South Charleston, WV

As of 2026-09-29, 1265 forest patches within 30 km of South Charleston, WV show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lion's mane, Lobster mushroom, Chicken of the woods.

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 South Charleston.

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 South Charleston right now?

As of 2026-09-29, 1265 forest patches within 30 km of South Charleston, WV show ≥60% fruiting probability; top species: Lion's mane, Lobster mushroom, Chicken of the woods. Of 1505 forest patches within 30 km, the highest fruiting probability today is 100%.

What mushrooms are fruiting near South Charleston?

Forecast for 2026-09-29 within 30 km: Lion's mane (up to 95%), Hen of the woods (up to 86%), Lobster mushroom (up to 76%), Chicken of the woods (up to 71%), Honey mushroom (up to 60%), King bolete (up to 27%), Indigo milk cap (up to 24%).

Where is the best forest patch near South Charleston today?

The top-ranked patch is 30 km NE of the city center, with a 95% fruiting probability for Lion's mane.

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