Route 2 FireRed & LeafGreen · Route
Route 2 runs north from Viridian City to Pewter City, with Viridian Forest in the middle. It is split into a western path and an eastern part reached with Cut. The east holds the Flash building, a trade house and Diglett's Cave.
- Wild Pokémon
- 4
- Items
- 3
- Trainers
- 0
- Needs
- Cut
Connects to: Diglett’s Cave · Pewter City · Viridian City · Viridian Forest
Route 2 on the Kanto map
Wild Pokémon
| Pokémon | Type | Lv. | FireRed | LeafGreen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Pidgey | Normal | 2–5 | 45% | 45% |
 Rattata | Normal | 2–5 | 45% | 45% |
 Caterpie | Bug | 4–5 | 5% | 5% |
 Weedle | BugPoison | 4–5 | 5% | 5% |
Chances are the game’s encounter slots for each version (grass 20/20/10/10/10/10/5/5/4/4/1/1, surfing and Rock Smash 60/30/5/4/1, Old Rod 70/30, Good Rod 60/20/20, Super Rod 40/40/15/4/1). A dash means the Pokémon does not appear in that version here. Version exclusives · Where to find every Pokémon.
Items
| Item | How | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Ether | Item ball | Route 2 |
| Parlyz Heal | Item ball | Route 2 |
| HM05 Flash | Gift | East Building |
Hidden items sparkle with the Itemfinder.
In-game trades
Tips
- Cut trees block the eastern half, where an Ether and a Parlyz Heal sit.
- Go to the Route 2 gate building to get HM05 Flash from Oak's aide once you have caught 10 Pokémon.
- Trade an Abra for a Mr. Mime in the house here.
- Caterpie and Weedle are rare in the grass, so Viridian Forest is a better place to catch them.
- Diglett's Cave connects to this route and runs to Vermilion City.
Walkthrough: Part 2: Viridian Forest and Brock
FAQ
How do I get HM05 Flash?
Show Oak's aide in the Route 2 gate building that you have caught at least 10 Pokémon.
Where do I trade for Mr. Mime?
In the house on Route 2: give an Abra to get Mr. Mime.
Do I need Cut on Route 2?
Yes, for the Ether, Parlyz Heal and the Flash building on the east side.
Which Pokémon appear on Route 2?
Pidgey and Rattata mostly, with a small chance of Caterpie or Weedle.
What Pokémon can you catch in Route 2 in FireRed and LeafGreen?
4 species: Pidgey, Rattata, Caterpie, Weedle.
Sources & picture credits
Guide text is original retrogameindex writing, checked against Bulbapedia and the game data. Wild Pokémon and encounter chances for both versions, items, trainers, gifts, trades and shops come from the pret/pokefirered decompilation (pret/pokefirered 037335f4c7). Maps and sprites © Nintendo / Creatures / GAME FREAK, archived from the Bulbagarden Archives; the region maps are drawn from the game’s own map graphics (listed on the image gallery).