Updated August 16, 2026
Magikarp availability
National number#129
TypeWater
Guide status8 listed wild routes
EA rangeLittleroot → Mauville
Where to find Magikarp
02Route 103
North of Oldale Town
Open pool →03Route 102Oldale Town to Petalburg City
Open pool →04Route 104Petalburg City to Petalburg Woods and Rustboro
Open pool →09Route 109Beach south of Slateport City
Open pool →10Route 110Slateport City to Mauville City
Open pool →11Route 117Mauville City to Verdanturf Town
Open pool →12Route 118East of Mauville City
Open pool →13Route 115Rustboro-side coastal segment
Open pool →Team-building note
Magikarp carries Water typing. Build around real battle roles and the next Gym matchup rather than treating type alone as a complete moveset plan. The move-tutoring interface can widen coverage when a compatible move is available.