GPX Route Downloads & Creating Your Own GPX [JAN 2021]
Table of Contents:
- Frequently Asked Questions for Downloads
- GPX Routes Download
- How to import a GPX into GPS Joystick, Fake GPS, and PGSharp?
- Creating and Using GPX Routes with detailed instructions
Part #1 -- FAQ's for Downloads
Where do you get these GPX Routes?
- I have collected them from Reddit, Google Drives, Discord Groups, and Websites.
What is the difference between my download links and getting it from four different sources from the above?
- Many of the routes were for iSpoofer, pogo++, and iTools. I have converted many of them into WayPoint type GPX that can be used in Android spoofing joystick apps and PGSharp. The work has already been done for you.
- Many of the routes had incorrect names, so I renamed them.
- It is much easier to have them all ready to use in your device.
How come you do not convert them for iOS spoofing like iPogo and iTools?
- I created PogoAndroidSpoofing because I do not own any Apple iOS devices.
Can I share your download link?
- Yes.
Part #2 -- GPX Route Downloads
VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If you get an error when you import the GPX Route, you must rename the file name from .XML to .GPX to fix your problem.
- Press and hold onto the file.
- You find the button that leads to more options to rename.
- Clear the “XML” or “xml” part only.
- Type in “ gpx ” so that the filename ends in ".gpx" (do not forget the period before the "g")
- Press rename then OK, or save.
- If it asks you to confirm, you allow it.
Disclaimer
- The " (number) " you see in the filename is the number of points/markers in the route. This number does not always equal the exact number of Pokestops for the route.
- There are some "Simple" routes where you make a quick walk through the cluster of Pokestop instead of walking through each Pokestop. This takes too long and is also a waste of time if you use a Gotcha device. An example of this is Simple Zaragoza (12). There are obviously more than 12 Pokestops at this location.
- Some parks do not have an English name, so I used the area for its name.
- May still contain typos or incorrect names.
- You may need to turn your device in landscape mode to see long file names.
- File name is "Country, State or City - Park/Place/Area name" to keep all countries together.
[Option #1] All-In-One Big ZIP:
- Direct download: GPX Routes All 01-25-2021.zip (1.20 Mb, 977 GPX files)
- Total file size is 6.45 Mb after you unzip/extract it.
[Option #2] Individually by regions:
These are folder links where you can pick which ones you want to download. If you plan to download all of them, you should just do Option #1.
- Folder link: 01. North America - Canada
- Folder link: 01. North America - Mexico
- Folder link: 01. North America- USA
- Folder link: 02. South America
- Folder link: 03. Europe
- Folder link: 04. United Kingdom
- Folder link: 05. Middle East
- Folder link: 06. Africa
- Folder link: 07. Asia
- Folder link: 08. Oceania
- Folder link: 09. Pacific Islands
- Folder link: 10. Atlantic Islands
- Folder link: 11. Big City Routes
- Folder link: 12. Hot Spots
[Option #3] Sources
- Google Drive link: Rahul Banerjee's City Routes
- Google Drive link: Steve Miller's
- Google Drive link: BlisseyBuster's
- Google Drive link: PoGoDendermonde's
- Website link: The Master Nest
- Reddit post link: Discord Group Invite Links List for Raiding, Sniping, Friending, Trading, and Battles
Part #3 -- How to import a GPX into PGSharp, GPS Joystick, and Fake GPS?
[1] PGSharp
- Go to the Maps
- Press on GPX
- Select the .GPX file (you must download these from Option #1 or #2)
- Press Play (white triangle)
- Press on "I know" for Teleport popup
- Press X (top-right).
- Make sure your speed is 9 km/h.
- To pause your GPX Route, you open the Map and press the Pause symbol (Two White rectangles).
[2] GPS Joystick
Step 2.1: Open GPS Joystick
Step 2.2: Press the 3 white lines for settings.
Step 2.3: Press on GPX Import / Export
Step 2.4: Press on Import
Step 2.5: Press on the 3 white links for more storage locations and select the .gpx file.
Step 2.6: Press on WayPoints. The number you see if the amount of Pokestops.
Step 2.7: Press on the Green Circle button.
Step 2.8: Press on CREATE ROUTE FROM ALL.
Step 2.9: Now, you will see a map of the route.
Step 2.10: Press on SAVE ROUTE.
Step 2.11: Type in a name then press SAVE.
Step 2.12: Press on the Back White Arrow (top-left corner) 2 times.
Step 2.13: On the HOME screen, press on Set Route.
Step 2.14: Select the route you just saved.
If the route you import does not appear...
Step 2.15: Press the 3 white lines for settings.
Step 2.16: Press on Routes.
Step 2.17: Scroll down to find your newest imported route.
Step 2.18: Press on it
Step 2.19: Now it should load up in that route box on the home screen.
[3] Fake GPS Joystick and Routes Go
Step 3.1: Open FakeGPS Route app.
Step 3.2: Go to Settings (3 white dots)
Step 3.3: Press on “Routes”
Step 3.4: Press on folder icon
Step 3.5: Press on “Download”
Step 3.6: Press on your “XXXX-XXXX-data.gpx” or whatever you named your .gpx file.
Step 3.7: Your route will appear like this. Everyone’s route will be different.
To load your Route:
Step 3.8: Go to Settings.
Step 3.9: Press on “Routes”
Step 3.10: Press on your route that has been added.
Step 3.11: Fake GPS will show you your route on the map like this.
- Press the + button to zoom in on your route you plan to use.
Step 3.12: Press on the Play button (White Triangle Blue Circle).
Part #4 -- Creating and Using GPX Routes
What is a GPX Route?
- It is a set of coordinates made up of Poke Stops and Gyms for your trainer to automatically walk precisely from one point to another point without using a joystick.
What is a GPX Route used for?
- To farm Pokemon, stardust, candies, and items.
How do I use a GPX Route?
- You must be using one of these spoofing methods: Smali Patcher (rooted), Systemized (rooted), or PGSharp (no root) for the best experience.
- There is no guarantee you can use it with the No Root by Downgrading Google Play Services. From my experience, a few people manage to get it to work while with most, it fails for them.
Which Gotcha device is the best?
- The "Gotcha" or "Gotcha Evolve" made from "Datel" is the best one because it requires zero physical modifications. It catches and spins automatically with no sound and no vibrations. They are rechargeable.
- To see what it looks like, you can go to codejunkies (dot) com. You can buy them from Amazon, Ebay, and etc. Try to buy them locally due to the Coronavirus.
- The original "Go Plus" and "Pokeball Plus" from Nintendo requires you to modify the device to keep the catch button pressed in. The Go Plus requires coin batteries, which can be expensive. The Pokeball Plus makes sounds and vibration, which might annoy you.
- There are also other devices like Dual Catchmon and Pocket Egg. These are more expensive because they use AAA or AA batteries. They all do the same thing.
Is there a Virtual Gotcha?
- Yes, but it costs money $7 USD per month to get access to Pokemod's premium features.
- Using PokeMod increases your risk for a Red Warning because it's a cheat tool that runs on top of your Rooted Spoofing Method like Smali Patcher or Systemized.
- This cheat tool has been through one ban wave in late 2019.
- To learn more about Pokemod, press or click on here. *Requires a Rooted Android device with Android 6.0 and above.
Which is better for leveling and farming stardust, candies, and shinies?
- Finger:
- You can get more experience and stardust with a higher catch rate with your finger than using a Gotcha (including the other devices). You can consistently throw curved nice, great, and/or excellent throws. You have a better chance of catching all the Pokemon you see including 2nd and 3rd tier evolution. You actually get to see the shiny when you get one.
- Gotcha:
- Your finger will eventually get tired or sore from playing the game. You may even be bored with the game. Once you are level 40, there is no more leveling addiction and the only thing left to do is to "Catch Em All." Are you really going to sit down and farm the same Pokemon for six hours straight on a Saturday? Probably not. The Gotcha will play the game for you while you can go do something else!.
Things you need to know before using a GPX Route with a Gotcha:
- No matter which Gotcha device you use, they all have a low catch rate using Red Pokeballs only.
- You cannot catch Pokemon and spin Pokestops for items at the same time. The Gotcha will always try to catch first until all Pokemon have disappeared then it will spin Pokestops.
- You cannot "shiny check" while your Gotcha is collecting items for you because it causes a 15 to 30 second delay before the Gotcha starts collecting items again.
- All Gotchas will disconnect after 1 hour of use then you have to reconnect it. This makes it not possible for you to leave your device on overnight.
- You can turn off the screen when your Gotcha is paired with your device.
- You cannot have Pokemon Go run in the background because the app will get disconnected.
What walking speeds should you use while using a Gotcha?
- To hatch eggs: 9 km/h.
- To farm Pokemon at Zaragoza or Budapest: 5 to 9 km/h
- To farm Pokemon at a small park: 5 to 9 km/h
- To farm Pokemon at a big park: 9 km/h
- To collect items only: 9 to 15 km/h depending on the distance between each Pokestop
How to level up fast?
- Use a Big City GPX Route with a Gotcha to spin Pokestops only walking between 9 to 15 km/h.
- Remove all items from your backpack. Once your backpack gets full, you dump all the items. You repeat this process.
- Play the route, pop a Lucky Egg to get 500 exp from new Pokestops, and keep dumping items.
Creating a GPX Route in Android:
- Google Doc Link: Create and Edit a GPX Route with GPS Joystick - Nov 2020 (NEW & RECOMMENDED) This is the newest method for creating a GPX Route with using GPS Joystick only. You no longer to need to use a Clipboard app to save each coordinates you walk to. Everything is done through the joystick app, and it is much easier than before.
- Google Doc Link: How to Create and Edit a GPX Route with GPS Joystick (OLD) This is an older method of creating a GPX Route. This one requires a lot more work.
- Google Doc Link: How to Create and Edit a GPX Route with Fake GPS Joystick and Routes Go (ANNOYING) because this spoofing app requires you to switch back and forth and go through a short series of steps just to copy coordinates. There is limited editing you can do with this app.
Converting a GPX Route using a computer:
- Post Link: How to Convert a GPX Route using a Computer
Using Ingress map to generate coordinates:
- Post Link: Generate Optimal Routes for your FakeGPS app by 3nvy9
- Ingress' portals are the same as Pokestops in Pokemon Go
- This is best used on a computer.
- Since the creator has stop updating his post, this may or may not be worth the time to use because you really cannot see where the real Pokestops are and the Ingress map does not 100% match Pokemon Go's map.
Useful stuff as always:
These are links you can click with your mouse or press with your finger to open.
If you need anything else, be sure to check out [Click/Press Here] MEGA POST #2: Everything You Need for Android Spoofing 2021 - Guides, GPX Routes, Poke Maps, Nests, Discord Groups, & Frequently Asked Questions
Posted Jan 25, 2021, 11:36 PM UTC · edited
This is overall a very good tutorial on creating and using GPX routes. I will add the following suggestions:
• The Zaragoza horse shoe will keep your Go Plus device constantly spinning/catching 100% of the time but requires a lot of attention to keep switching over to spin only. Other routes, like a GPX route of Manhatten may keep your Go Plus spinning/catching 70% of the time but I’m able to do that route for 9 hours and never need to stop to refill.
• You can make almost any large GPX route act like Zaragoza and keep the Go Plus going 100% of the time by turning up the walking speed to 30kph.
• In general walking faster = more catches/less spins and walking slower = more spins.
• Walking 30kph for spins only will get you more spins over time than the recommended 15km. It might occasionally miss a stop but will generally keep your Go Plus device busier with spinning.
• There’s a gold mine in this tutorial that’s downplayed a bit. This is the section on using the Ingress map to create GPX routes. It’s true that a very small percentage of Ingress coordinates don’t correspond to a gym or stop but this is minor compared to the ability to be able to create a GPX route for a very large area in minutes. The final step in this process is to use https://routegen.herokuapp.com/ to optimize this list of coordinates into a GPX route and this website in itself deserves mention. A lot of GPX routes aren’t perfectly optimized but this website comes very close to accomplishing that. You don’t need to get your coords from the Ingress map, you can compile your own list of coords and use this website to convert and optimize a GPX route from them.
• I’m Dennis Fuller and if my GPX folder seems like a disorganized mess it’s because I had no idea it was set for public access. It’s my personal space that I used to store GPX routes and share with my buddies but I don’t mind if others have access to it.
Thanks again, Tasty, for all the great tutorials
That's why I made a route called "Spain, Zaragoza - Zaragoza Simple (12)" because it's more efficient if you just walk through the cluster of Pokestops rather than walking through each Pokestop in the horse shoe like with other user created Zaragoza routes like "Spain, Zaragoza - Zaragoza 2 (44)". You get more catches per hour by walking at 9 km/h with the ability to hatch eggs too if you try the Zaragoza Simple route.
As for spinning Pokestops for items, it's best to walk at 15 km where Pokestops are close to each other like with the "New Zaragoza" route. You can get 2,000 items with 1-2 hours at 15 km/h. The only time I recommend walking at 30 km/h is when the Pokestops are far apart from each other like in some Big City Routes. If use 30 km/h at "New Zaragoza", you're skipping a lot of Pokestops because you're walking too fast.
This guide Generate Optimal Routes for your FakeGPS app requires computer skills. A lot of people don't have the skills to make this work. I have ask the post to create a new version of his guide in my subreddit and never got a response. This why I keep linking his original post. To set this up, it requires trial and error and most people give up when this happens.
I have used this multiple times to attempt to create new city routes. I found that the Portals don't match where the Pokestops are. I end up walking through areas with no Pokestops or there are big gaps between each Pokestop. I can click 500+ portals in about 1-2 hours, but I end up getting a route that is not optimized to how I want it to go even if I use https://routegen.herokuapp.com/ . It took me about 3-4 hours to a City Route of 450 Pokestops using GPS Joystick's route creation tool that's built into their app. You can also open the map to see where you put a market down, so you don't repeat it multiple times.
The only app that is the easiest to create large GPX routes is with iSpoofer, but it's dead. All you do is open the map, select all 100 Pokestops, and then you export it. You combine the text files to create a big city route. This is what people told me.
I agree with you that Ingress map method requires computer skills beyond many people but so is setting up Android spoofing.
If it helps, I rewrote the steps to this method and posted in another sub: https://www.reddit.com/r/PoGoSpooferOpenCorner/comments/kr5dzl/create_optimized_gpx_routes_for_any_location/
In my experience, less than 5% of Ingress coords are not mapped to a stop or gym. These can easily be removed from the GPX while walking it out in GPS Joystick. I usually don't bother unless they actually take me out of the way which is seldom the case.
There is a trick to using https://routegen.herokuapp.com/. It defaults to Normal Path. You need to click the button for Optimized Path and move the optimization slider all the way to the right. It creates nearly perfectly optimized routes.
In my opinion the Ingress method is by far the best for GPX creation. I'm willing to create one for any city to prove my point. I really don't mind. Just ask.
I used iSpoofer and it was horrible. It's a very dumb method. It keeps jumping to the next closest Pokestop so if you're in a nest with 100's of stops, it will start off fine but once it gets near the edge of the nest, it might leave the nest and go off into a desolate area if that's where the next closest stops lead it. There was no way to fence off an area like the Ingress method can.