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Oregon Elk — Unit 252 (Starkey Unit No. 1)
Oregon Elk Unit 252 (Starkey Unit No. 1) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
16.2%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident · Archery Controlled bull/buck only
15
Points Req.
385
Tags (Resident)
2,263
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 | 2,263 | 385 | 16.2% | 15 |
| 2024 | 2,104 | 385 | 17.4% | 15 |
| 2023 | 2,168 | 385 | 16.9% | 11 |
| 2022 | 2,314 | 358 | 14.7% | 19 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 141 | 19 | 9.9% | 15 |
| 2024 | 118 | 19 | 11% | 15 |
| 2023 | 108 | 19 | 12% | 11 |
| 2022 | 104 | 18 | 11.5% | 19 |
Archery Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 91 | 990 | 100% | 8 |
| 2024 | 87 | 990 | 100% | 6 |
| 2023 | 75 | 990 | 100% | 4 |
| 2022 | 103 | 990 | 100% | 12 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 50 | 100% | 8 |
| 2024 | 8 | 50 | 100% | 6 |
| 2023 | 1 | 50 | 100% | 4 |
| 2022 | 3 | 50 | 100% | 12 |
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 92 | 220 | 100% | 5 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 3 | 11 | 100% | 5 |
Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 903 | 1300 | 98.6% | 16 |
| 2024 | 791 | 1300 | 97.5% | 18 |
| 2023 | 732 | 1300 | 97.1% | 16 |
| 2022 | 600 | 1300 | 99.2% | 15 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 171 | 65 | 27.5% | 16 |
| 2024 | 158 | 65 | 27.2% | 18 |
| 2023 | 171 | 65 | 29.2% | 16 |
| 2022 | 137 | 65 | 47.4% | 15 |
Rifle Controlled either sex
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 99 | 30 | 29.3% | 7 |
| 2024 | 104 | 30 | 27.9% | 6 |
| 2023 | 109 | 30 | 26.6% | 6 |
| 2022 | 97 | 20 | 19.6% | 6 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12 | 2 | 8.3% | 7 |
| 2024 | 7 | 2 | 14.3% | 6 |
| 2023 | 9 | 2 | 11.1% | 6 |
| 2022 | 9 | 1 | 11.1% | 6 |
Rifle Controlled either sex
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 205 | 3 | 1.5% | 16 |
| 2024 | 228 | 3 | 1.3% | 16 |
| 2023 | 194 | 3 | 1.5% | 16 |
| 2022 | 208 | 3 | 1.4% | 14 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 22 | 1 | 0% | 16 |
| 2024 | 17 | 1 | 0% | 16 |
| 2023 | 16 | 1 | 0% | 16 |
| 2022 | 12 | 1 | 0% | 14 |
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
Muzzleloader Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 75 | 17 | 21.3% | 8 |
| 2024 | 103 | 11 | 9.7% | 14 |
| 2023 | 66 | 17 | 24.2% | 12 |
| 2022 | 205 | 44 | 21% | 12 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 1 | 25% | 8 |
| 2024 | 7 | 1 | 14.3% | 14 |
| 2023 | 4 | 1 | 25% | 12 |
| 2022 | 11 | 2 | 9.1% | 12 |
Muzzleloader Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 541 | 17 | 3% | 25 |
| 2024 | 437 | 9 | 1.8% | 25 |
| 2023 | 357 | 12 | 3.1% | 22 |
| 2022 | 372 | 12 | 3% | 22 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 42 | 1 | 0% | 25 |
| 2024 | 22 | 1 | 4.5% | 25 |
| 2023 | 15 | 1 | 0% | 22 |
| 2022 | 17 | 1 | 5.9% | 22 |
Any Legal Weapon — Historical Draw Data
Any Legal Weapon Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 90 | 440 | 100% | 6 |
| 2024 | 49 | 220 | 100% | 4 |
| 2023 | 64 | 220 | 100% | 6 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 22 | 100% | 6 |
| 2023 | 2 | 11 | 100% | 6 |
Any Legal Weapon Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 603 | 440 | 70.3% | 7 |
| 2024 | 542 | 275 | 48.9% | 9 |
| 2023 | 523 | 275 | 51.8% | 13 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 25 | 22 | 64% | 7 |
| 2024 | 21 | 14 | 47.6% | 9 |
| 2023 | 12 | 14 | 33.3% | 13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Oregon Elk Unit 252?
The most recent published odds are 16.2% for resident applicants in 2025 — 2,263 applicants for 385 tags on the Archery Controlled bull/buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 9.9% (19 tags, 141 applicants). Points required in 2025: 15.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Oregon Elk Unit 252?
In 2025, this unit took about 15 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 252?
Competition in the resident pool for the Archery Controlled bull/buck only hunt looks increasing. Odds ran 17.4% in 2024 and 16.2% in 2025. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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