Draw Odds Colorado · Elk
Colorado Elk — Unit 581
Colorado Elk Unit 581 draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
69.1%
↑Draw Odds (2026)
Resident · Rifle 5th Season cow only
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0 Points Needed
Drew with no points
262
Tags (Resident)
379
Applicants (Resident)
Data source: Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) - Official Post Draw Recap Reports · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Rifle 5th Season cow only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 379 | 262 | 69.1% | — |
| 2025 | 373 | 257 | 68.9% | — |
| 2024 | 379 | 249 | 65.7% | — |
| 2023 | 390 | 249 | 63.8% | — |
| 2022 | 398 | 253 | 63.6% | — |
| 2021 | 418 | 253 | 60.5% | — |
| 2020 | 381 | 270 | 70.9% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 15 | 11 | 73.3% | — |
| 2025 | 20 | 13 | 65% | — |
| 2024 | 23 | 19 | 82.6% | — |
| 2023 | 17 | 15 | 88.2% | — |
| 2022 | 25 | 17 | 68% | — |
| 2021 | 26 | 24 | 92.3% | — |
| 2020 | 26 | 18 | 69.2% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Colorado Elk Unit 581?
The most recent published odds are 69.1% for resident applicants in 2026 — 379 applicants for 262 tags on the Rifle 5th Season cow only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 73.3% (11 tags, 15 applicants). Every year on record here shows 0 points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Colorado Elk Unit 581?
Every year on record for this unit shows 0 points required, so hunters have drawn here without banking points. Odds still differ by residency — check the pool you'd actually apply in.
Is the competition increasing for Colorado Elk Unit 581?
Competition in the resident pool for the Rifle 5th Season cow only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 65.7% in 2024 and 69.1% in 2026. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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