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Oregon Elk — Unit 251 (N Sumpter)
Oregon Elk Unit 251 (N Sumpter) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
64.1%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident · Archery Controlled bull/buck only
13
Points Req.
825
Tags (Resident)
1,223
Applicants (Resident)
Data source: Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) - Point Summary Reports XLSX · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Archery Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1,223 | 825 | 64.1% | 13 |
| 2024 | 1,120 | 825 | 70% | 8 |
| 2023 | 1,214 | 825 | 64.6% | 6 |
| 2022 | 1,238 | 770 | 59.5% | 6 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 77 | 41 | 53.2% | 13 |
| 2024 | 64 | 41 | 64.1% | 8 |
| 2023 | 69 | 41 | 59.4% | 6 |
| 2022 | 57 | 39 | 59.6% | 6 |
Any Legal Weapon — Historical Draw Data
Any Legal Weapon Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 74 | 138 | 100% | 9 |
| 2024 | 81 | 138 | 100% | 5 |
| 2023 | 92 | 138 | 100% | 3 |
| 2022 | 100 | 138 | 100% | 5 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 19 | 7 | 31.6% | 9 |
| 2024 | 13 | 7 | 46.2% | 5 |
| 2023 | 22 | 7 | 27.3% | 3 |
| 2022 | 12 | 7 | 50% | 5 |
Any Legal Weapon Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 91 | 138 | 100% | 5 |
| 2024 | 82 | 138 | 100% | 3 |
| 2023 | 63 | 138 | 100% | 3 |
| 2022 | 89 | 138 | 95.5% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 13 | 7 | 46.2% | 5 |
| 2024 | 14 | 7 | 42.9% | 3 |
| 2023 | 20 | 7 | 30% | 3 |
| 2022 | 23 | 7 | 26.1% | 3 |
Any Legal Weapon Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 23 | 22 | 91.3% | 3 |
| 2024 | 36 | 22 | 61.1% | 3 |
| 2023 | 53 | 22 | 41.5% | 6 |
| 2022 | 48 | 21 | 41.7% | 4 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 1 | 50% | 3 |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | 0% | 3 |
| 2023 | 4 | 1 | 0% | 6 |
| 2022 | 2 | 1 | 50% | 4 |
Any Legal Weapon Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 49 | 22 | 44.9% | 2 |
| 2024 | 42 | 22 | 50% | 4 |
| 2023 | 36 | 22 | 61.1% | 7 |
| 2022 | 63 | 21 | 33.3% | 7 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | 100% | 4 |
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 105 | 193 | 100% | 7 |
| 2024 | 94 | 193 | 100% | 4 |
| 2023 | 84 | 193 | 100% | 4 |
| 2022 | 94 | 193 | 100% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8 | 10 | 100% | 7 |
| 2024 | 10 | 10 | 90% | 4 |
| 2023 | 8 | 10 | 100% | 4 |
| 2022 | 8 | 10 | 100% | 3 |
Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 18 | 55 | 100% | 1 |
| 2024 | 31 | 55 | 100% | 3 |
| 2023 | 27 | 55 | 100% | 2 |
| 2022 | 39 | 55 | 100% | 17 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 3 | 100% | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 3 | 100% | 3 |
| 2022 | 1 | 3 | 100% | 17 |
Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 55 | 100% | 1 |
| 2024 | 8 | 55 | 100% | 3 |
| 2023 | 9 | 55 | 100% | 1 |
| 2022 | 12 | 55 | 100% | 1 |
Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 269 | 530 | 98.9% | 13 |
| 2024 | 299 | 530 | 97.7% | 17 |
| 2023 | 301 | 530 | 100% | 10 |
| 2022 | 312 | 530 | 100% | 14 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 60 | 27 | 43.3% | 13 |
| 2024 | 47 | 27 | 55.3% | 17 |
| 2023 | 32 | 27 | 78.1% | 10 |
| 2022 | 42 | 27 | 61.9% | 14 |
Rifle Controlled either sex
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 158 | 100 | 60.8% | 5 |
| 2024 | 152 | 100 | 62.5% | 6 |
| 2023 | 141 | 100 | 68.8% | 4 |
| 2022 | 154 | 100 | 63% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 5 | 57.1% | 5 |
| 2024 | 7 | 5 | 71.4% | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 | 5 | 50% | 4 |
| 2022 | 4 | 5 | 75% | 3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Oregon Elk Unit 251?
The most recent published odds are 64.1% for resident applicants in 2025 — 1,223 applicants for 825 tags on the Archery Controlled bull/buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 53.2% (41 tags, 77 applicants). Points required in 2025: 13.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Oregon Elk Unit 251?
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 251?
Competition in the resident pool for the Archery Controlled bull/buck only hunt looks increasing. Odds ran 64.6% in 2023 and 64.1% in 2025. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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