IDNR wants to remind mushroom collectors that areas under the jurisdiction of the IDNR that offer spring turkey hunting are not open to mushroom collecting until AFTER 1 p.m. daily during turkey season to ensure the safety of all site visitors.
Mushroom collectors should call ahead to the IDNR site they intend to visit to learn of any site-specific regulations.
No license is required for mushroom collecting in Illinois, but mushroom collectors always need landowner permission.
On public sites, mushroom collectors must adhere to approved regulations and hours. Collection of mushrooms is allowed in many IDNR state parks, fish and wildlife, and other recreation areas, but it is prohibited in any area designated as a dedicated nature preserve.
