Draw Odds Colorado · Elk
Colorado Elk — Unit 711
Colorado Elk Unit 711 draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
5.8%
↑Draw Odds (2026)
Resident · Rifle 2nd Season cow only
6
Points Req.
15
Tags (Resident)
260
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 2nd Season cow only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 260 | 15 | 5.8% | 6 |
| 2025 | 244 | 8 | 3.3% | 7 |
| 2024 | 305 | 6 | 2% | 6 |
| 2023 | 301 | 5 | 1.7% | 6 |
| 2022 | 603 | 6 | 1% | 5 |
| 2021 | 824 | 6 | 0.7% | 4 |
| 2020 | 612 | 14 | 2.3% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 43 | 2 | 4.7% | 7 |
| 2025 | 77 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2024 | 58 | 2 | 3.4% | 6 |
| 2023 | 90 | 3 | 3.3% | 6 |
| 2022 | 185 | 2 | 1.1% | 6 |
| 2021 | 248 | 2 | 0.8% | 5 |
| 2020 | 152 | 7 | 4.6% | 3 |
Rifle 4th Season cow only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 146 | 6 | 4.1% | 5 |
| 2025 | 167 | 8 | 4.8% | 6 |
| 2024 | 178 | 8 | 4.5% | 5 |
| 2023 | 159 | 8 | 5% | 4 |
| 2022 | 218 | 7 | 3.2% | 4 |
| 2021 | 246 | 8 | 3.3% | 3 |
| 2020 | 244 | 6 | 2.5% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 18 | 2 | 11.1% | 6 |
| 2025 | 25 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2024 | 18 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2023 | 15 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2022 | 26 | 1 | 3.8% | 4 |
| 2021 | 32 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2020 | 79 | 2 | 2.5% | 3 |
Rifle 3rd Season cow only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 345 | 9 | 2.6% | 7 |
| 2025 | 326 | 8 | 2.5% | 7 |
| 2024 | 281 | 6 | 2.1% | 6 |
| 2023 | 326 | 5 | 1.5% | 6 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 89 | 3 | 3.4% | 8 |
| 2025 | 86 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2024 | 84 | 2 | 2.4% | 6 |
| 2023 | 92 | 3 | 3.3% | 6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Colorado Elk Unit 711?
The most recent published odds are 5.8% for resident applicants in 2026 — 260 applicants for 15 tags on the Rifle 2nd Season cow only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 4.7% (2 tags, 43 applicants). Points required in 2026: 6.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Colorado Elk Unit 711?
In 2026, this unit took about 6 points in the resident pool. The other residency pool can differ sharply. Refer to the year-by-year table for historical point requirements and trends.
Is the competition increasing for Colorado Elk Unit 711?
Competition in the resident pool for the Rifle 2nd Season cow only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 2% in 2024 and 5.8% in 2026. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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