Route 8
Route 8 connects Lavender Town to the east and Saffron City to the west. Wild Pokémon here: Pidgey, Mankey, Ekans, and Growlithe (Lv 15–20). 9 trainers battle you here.

Pokémon, trainers and items
Tall grass
| Pokémon | Levels | Chance |
|---|---|---|
| Lv 18–20 | 29.7% | |
| Lv 18–20 | 29.7% | |
| Lv 17–19 | 20.3% | |
| Lv 15–18 | 20.3% |
Trainers
| Trainer | Team | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| Super Nerd | Voltorb Lv 20, Koffing Lv 20, Voltorb Lv 20, Magnemite Lv 20 | ₽500 |
| Gambler | Poliwag Lv 22, Poliwag Lv 22, Poliwhirl Lv 22 | ₽1540 |
| Super Nerd | Grimer Lv 22, Muk Lv 22, Grimer Lv 22 | ₽550 |
| Lass | Nidoran♀ Lv 23, Nidorina Lv 23 | ₽345 |
| Super Nerd | Koffing Lv 26 | ₽650 |
| Lass | Meowth Lv 24, Meowth Lv 24, Meowth Lv 24 | ₽360 |
| Lass | Pidgey Lv 19, Rattata Lv 19, Nidoran♂ Lv 19, Meowth Lv 19, Pikachu Lv 19 | ₽285 |
| Gambler | Growlithe Lv 24, Vulpix Lv 24 | ₽1680 |
| Lass | Clefairy Lv 22, Clefairy Lv 22 | ₽330 |
Getting there
- East: Lavender Town
- West: Saffron City
Frequently asked questions
What Pokémon are on Route 8 in Pokémon Red?
Pidgey, Mankey, Ekans, and Growlithe, at Lv 15–20.
What is the rarest Pokémon on Route 8?
Ekans, at 20.3% of encounters.
How many trainers are in Route 8?
9, the strongest with a Lv 26 Pokémon.