Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire/Route 104 (South)



Once you get out of Petalburg City, you'll come to Route 104 which is a route divided into two halves, with the Petalburg Woods as a divider. First, you should go to the beach and fight all of the Trainers, to gain some valuable Experience Points. Once you've beaten them all, pick the Pecha and Oran Berries from the Berry trees you see. Also, don't forget to check the beach for the three items hidden here.

Mr. Briney's House
The house you'll notice just north of the beach belongs to the retired sailor Mr. Briney. Unfortunately, he isn't home right now. Remember this location, as later on, when you are heading to Dewford Town, you'll need his services. Dewford Town is on an island, so you can't get there by yourself until you have. Talk to Mr. Briney after clearing the Rusturf Tunnel and he will take you there by boat.

Trainers
As you move north, you'll be in Petalburg Woods.

Items

 * Heart Scale - hidden in the sand southwest of the tall grass; save this item, don't sell it; later on you will be able to trade it to learn a move from the move tutor
 * Antidote - hidden in the sand (left corner of the beach)
 * Potion - also hidden in the sand (left corner near the boat)
 * Pecha Berry ×2 - soft soil near Petalburg Woods
 * Oran Berry ×2 - soft soil near Petalburg Woods
 * Poké Ball - on the eastern ledge accessed from Petalburg Woods

The three items that are hidden in the sand that can be found by pressing in front of the last squares on the beach (squares meaning steps). These can be very useful if you can find them all.