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Where to catch rare Pokémon in and around Seattle

Put aside your Pidgey, let's go looking for some of the more uncommon Pokémon in the area

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It's been going on three weeks since the mobile app Pokémon Go has been released and it has taken over. You can't walk anywhere without seeing a group of people glued to their phones catching wild Pokémon or battling it out in virtual gyms. We've been trying to keep track of all the Pokéstops and gyms and lures but it's hard work trying to keep up with everyone.

There are 151 total Pokémon in the game, but what you can catch depends on your trainer level, the type of Pokéball used, and your location. It's easy to find a gym but if you want to be able to stand out and start boosting up, you're going to want to find yourself some of the rarer or more powerful Pokémon. We've looked around on Reddit and elsewhere and put together a list that should get you going. Light up an incense and head on over to these locations to find some more uncommon Pokémon.

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Aerodactyl

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Aerodactyl tend to be swift, moving about the screen and making it difficult for some to nail them with a Poke Ball. They're definitely worth the trouble though. If you're up for it, head to Kinnear Park and get ready to fly.

Blastoise

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Blastoise is a Water Type Pokemon that evolves from Wartortle. Bellevue Park has been a huge hotspot for a lot of creatures but the Blastoise has been spotted among them.

Bulbasaur

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Bulbasaur is one of the original starter Pokémon. This classic pocket monster has been spotted in Kelsey Creek Farm Park in Bellevue as well as Maple Leaf Reservoir Park.

Chansey

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Chansey tends to have quite a bit of HP and CP, making it fairly coverted. A couple people have caught ot spotted them along Golden Gardens Beach. It's also been sighted in downtown Port Orchard

Charmander

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Charmander and its evolved forms was the mascot of the original Pokémon Red game that was released back in 1996 for the Game Boy. If your collection isn't complete without a Charmander, head down to Point Defiance Zoo. It's a certified nest down there.

Dratini

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Dratini is a big deal as it can evolves into Dragonair and eventually Dragonite, one of the most powerful Pokemon. Look for them in Boeing Creek Park as well as Lake Union Park and Kasch Park in Everett.

Electabuzz

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This electric Pokémon has been spotted around Lake Meridian Park in Kent and can be lured while you ride the Seattle/Bremerton Ferry. As always, keep a few master balls and an incense handy.

Hitmonchan

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Hitmonchan seems to be rarer in other parts of the country but Cal Anderson Park is crawling with them. You can also head to McCollum Park and find a farm there.

Hitmonlee

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Hitmonlee is much like Hitmonchan in that it's super rare, has no real geographical preference, and is powerful enough to covet. Perhaps not at all coincidentally, this fighting Pokemon with Lee in it's name can be found hanging out at or near Bruce Lee's Grave. Again, be respectful and all.

Lickitung

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Lickitung is a rare Pokemon that looks silly but its powerful attacks make it must have for your collection. You'll want to head over to Discovery Park and do some discovering to try and find one.

Magmars are the perfect mix of power and flame and you should be able to find them in Robinswood Park in Bellvue.

Looking for the rock creature Onix? You'll want to head over to Bothell Landing or Downtown Bellevue Park.

Pikachu

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Perhaps the most visible mascot of the game, Pikachu is an adorable creature that uses lightening to defeat its enemies. Head to Alki Lighthouse to find this Pokémon. There are plenty of Pikachus in the area surrounding Edmonds Ferry as well.

Porygon

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Considered rare in most parts of the country, the Seattle region actually has Porygon show up more often. You'll find them in Bellevue, near Downtown Bellevue Park or the Bellevue Library. You'll also find them in Seattle in Ballard, Lincoln Park, or walking near the stadiums.

Psyduck

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Looking for a precursor to Goldduck? You'll find them in Ravenna Park as well as the Downtown Waterfront and Alki Beach.

Scyther

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Imagine having a Scyther watching over your local gym. It's certainly cooler than Pidgeots and Raticates. You'll want to have some Master Balls in your backpack when you head over to Kubota Garden or Washington Park Arboretum.

Seel is a Water Type Pokemon that evolves into Dewgong. They dont show up too often but there have been sightings at the Chittenden/Ballard Locks as well as Green Lake and Alki Beach.

Snorlax

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You can find this sleep Pokemon hiding out in Magnuson Park as well as Lincoln Park in West Seattle.

Venusaur

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They say that you'll almost always find this big-time defensive Pokemon in areas with lots of trees, which explains why it's been sighted along Poo Poo Point Trail out in Issaquah.

Vileplume

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The area around the ferry is said to be swarming with Pokemon but if you're looking for the Vileplume and it's powerful grass attacks, head there and start walking around.

If you're seeking a Vulpix, take a ride on the Seattle-Bainbridge ferry, cast some incense, and you might get lucky. Also spotted at Edmunds Ferry. Basically, get on a ferry.

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Aerodactyl

Aerodactyl tend to be swift, moving about the screen and making it difficult for some to nail them with a Poke Ball. They're definitely worth the trouble though. If you're up for it, head to Kinnear Park and get ready to fly.

Blastoise

Blastoise is a Water Type Pokemon that evolves from Wartortle. Bellevue Park has been a huge hotspot for a lot of creatures but the Blastoise has been spotted among them.

Bulbasaur

Bulbasaur is one of the original starter Pokémon. This classic pocket monster has been spotted in Kelsey Creek Farm Park in Bellevue as well as Maple Leaf Reservoir Park.

Chansey

Chansey tends to have quite a bit of HP and CP, making it fairly coverted. A couple people have caught ot spotted them along Golden Gardens Beach. It's also been sighted in downtown Port Orchard

Charmander

Charmander and its evolved forms was the mascot of the original Pokémon Red game that was released back in 1996 for the Game Boy. If your collection isn't complete without a Charmander, head down to Point Defiance Zoo. It's a certified nest down there.

Dratini

Dratini is a big deal as it can evolves into Dragonair and eventually Dragonite, one of the most powerful Pokemon. Look for them in Boeing Creek Park as well as Lake Union Park and Kasch Park in Everett.

Electabuzz

This electric Pokémon has been spotted around Lake Meridian Park in Kent and can be lured while you ride the Seattle/Bremerton Ferry. As always, keep a few master balls and an incense handy.

Hitmonchan

Hitmonchan seems to be rarer in other parts of the country but Cal Anderson Park is crawling with them. You can also head to McCollum Park and find a farm there.

Hitmonlee

Hitmonlee is much like Hitmonchan in that it's super rare, has no real geographical preference, and is powerful enough to covet. Perhaps not at all coincidentally, this fighting Pokemon with Lee in it's name can be found hanging out at or near Bruce Lee's Grave. Again, be respectful and all.

Lickitung

Lickitung is a rare Pokemon that looks silly but its powerful attacks make it must have for your collection. You'll want to head over to Discovery Park and do some discovering to try and find one.

Magmar

Magmars are the perfect mix of power and flame and you should be able to find them in Robinswood Park in Bellvue.

Onix

Looking for the rock creature Onix? You'll want to head over to Bothell Landing or Downtown Bellevue Park.

Pikachu

Perhaps the most visible mascot of the game, Pikachu is an adorable creature that uses lightening to defeat its enemies. Head to Alki Lighthouse to find this Pokémon. There are plenty of Pikachus in the area surrounding Edmonds Ferry as well.

Porygon

Considered rare in most parts of the country, the Seattle region actually has Porygon show up more often. You'll find them in Bellevue, near Downtown Bellevue Park or the Bellevue Library. You'll also find them in Seattle in Ballard, Lincoln Park, or walking near the stadiums.

Psyduck

Looking for a precursor to Goldduck? You'll find them in Ravenna Park as well as the Downtown Waterfront and Alki Beach.

Scyther

Imagine having a Scyther watching over your local gym. It's certainly cooler than Pidgeots and Raticates. You'll want to have some Master Balls in your backpack when you head over to Kubota Garden or Washington Park Arboretum.

Seel

Seel is a Water Type Pokemon that evolves into Dewgong. They dont show up too often but there have been sightings at the Chittenden/Ballard Locks as well as Green Lake and Alki Beach.

Snorlax

You can find this sleep Pokemon hiding out in Magnuson Park as well as Lincoln Park in West Seattle.

Venusaur

They say that you'll almost always find this big-time defensive Pokemon in areas with lots of trees, which explains why it's been sighted along Poo Poo Point Trail out in Issaquah.

Vileplume

The area around the ferry is said to be swarming with Pokemon but if you're looking for the Vileplume and it's powerful grass attacks, head there and start walking around.

Vulpix

If you're seeking a Vulpix, take a ride on the Seattle-Bainbridge ferry, cast some incense, and you might get lucky. Also spotted at Edmunds Ferry. Basically, get on a ferry.