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Oregon Elk — Unit 250 (Desolation Unit Bow)
Oregon Elk Unit 250 (Desolation Unit Bow) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
99.8%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident · Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
13
Points Req.
1085
Tags (Resident)
492
Applicants (Resident)
Data source: Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) - Point Summary Reports XLSX · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 492 | 1085 | 99.8% | 13 |
| 2024 | 429 | 1085 | 98.6% | 15 |
| 2023 | 450 | 1085 | 98% | 11 |
| 2022 | 473 | 1085 | 99.6% | 16 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 106 | 54 | 43.4% | 13 |
| 2024 | 103 | 54 | 45.6% | 15 |
| 2023 | 107 | 54 | 45.8% | 11 |
| 2022 | 71 | 54 | 76.1% | 16 |
Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 25 | 110 | 100% | 2 |
| 2024 | 21 | 110 | 100% | 2 |
| 2023 | 27 | 110 | 100% | 3 |
| 2022 | 36 | 110 | 100% | 10 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8 | 6 | 62.5% | 2 |
| 2024 | 4 | 6 | 75% | 2 |
| 2023 | 5 | 6 | 100% | 3 |
| 2022 | 5 | 6 | 100% | 10 |
Rifle Controlled either sex
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 54 | 21 | 37% | 5 |
| 2024 | 68 | 20 | 27.9% | 8 |
| 2023 | 74 | 22 | 29.7% | 5 |
| 2022 | 67 | 21 | 31.3% | 7 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 1 | 0% | 5 |
| 2024 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | 8 |
| 2023 | 2 | 1 | 0% | 5 |
Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1,692 | 1100 | 61.8% | 8 |
| 2024 | 1,761 | 1100 | 59.3% | 7 |
| 2023 | 1,860 | 1100 | 56.2% | 10 |
| 2022 | 1,978 | 1100 | 52.8% | 20 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 90 | 55 | 56.7% | 8 |
| 2024 | 102 | 55 | 43.1% | 7 |
| 2023 | 102 | 55 | 44.1% | 10 |
| 2022 | 114 | 55 | 41.2% | 20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Oregon Elk Unit 250?
The most recent published odds are 99.8% for resident applicants in 2025 — 492 applicants for 1085 tags on the Rifle Controlled bull/buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 43.4% (54 tags, 106 applicants). Points required in 2025: 13.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Oregon Elk Unit 250?
In 2025, this unit took about 13 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 Oregon Elk Unit 250?
Competition in the resident pool for the Rifle Controlled bull/buck only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 61.8% in 2025 and 99.8% in 2025. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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