// Kanto
landmarkViridian Forest
A dense, maze-like forest north of Viridian City. The home of countless Bug-type Pokémon.
Lore
History & significance
A maze of towering oaks that doubles as a natural Bug-Pokémon preserve. Unwary trainers have been known to wander it for days; the forest also conceals the path between Viridian and Pewter.
Pokémon found here
Filtered to this region's native game encounters
Walkthrough
Step-by-step guide
- 1
Bring healing items, Poké Balls, and any required field moves before entering the area.
- 2
Explore side rooms, hidden paths, and lower or upper levels before heading straight to the main exit or objective.
- 3
If a rare or legendary encounter is tied to this location, save before interacting with the Pokémon or final room trigger.
Other locations in Kanto
Pallet TownViridian CityPewter CityCerulean CityVermilion CityLavender TownCeladon CitySaffron CityFuchsia CityCinnabar IslandIndigo PlateauMt. MoonPower PlantSeafoam IslandsKanto Route 1Kanto Route 2Kanto Route 3Kanto Route 4Kanto Route 5Kanto Route 6Kanto Route 7Kanto Route 8Kanto Route 9Kanto Route 10Kanto Route 11Kanto Route 12Kanto Route 13Kanto Route 14Kanto Route 15Kanto Route 16Kanto Route 17Kanto Route 18Kanto Route 19Kanto Route 20Kanto Route 21Kanto Route 22Kanto Route 23Kanto Route 24Kanto Route 25Rock TunnelDiglett's CaveCerulean CaveSafari ZoneVictory Road