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Oregon Elk — Unit 261 (Imnaha Unit)
Oregon Elk Unit 261 (Imnaha Unit) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
22.2%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident · Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
7
Points Req.
33
Tags (Resident)
144
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 | 144 | 33 | 22.2% | 7 |
| 2024 | 161 | 33 | 19.9% | 4 |
| 2023 | 204 | 33 | 15.7% | 8 |
| 2022 | 199 | 33 | 16.6% | 6 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 24 | 2 | 4.2% | 7 |
| 2024 | 12 | 2 | 8.3% | 4 |
| 2023 | 10 | 2 | 10% | 8 |
| 2022 | 12 | 2 | 0% | 6 |
Rifle Controlled either sex
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 32 | 10 | 28.1% | 5 |
| 2024 | 42 | 25 | 57.1% | 5 |
| 2023 | 51 | 25 | 47.1% | 3 |
| 2022 | 46 | 25 | 52.2% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 1 | 25% | 5 |
| 2024 | 8 | 1 | 12.5% | 5 |
| 2023 | 9 | 1 | 11.1% | 3 |
| 2022 | 6 | 1 | 16.7% | 3 |
Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 823 | 303 | 35% | 8 |
| 2024 | 845 | 303 | 34.1% | 11 |
| 2023 | 867 | 303 | 33.2% | 13 |
| 2022 | 819 | 303 | 35.2% | 8 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 73 | 15 | 20.5% | 8 |
| 2024 | 78 | 15 | 19.2% | 11 |
| 2023 | 69 | 15 | 21.7% | 13 |
| 2022 | 68 | 15 | 22.1% | 8 |
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Archery Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 25 | 33 | 100% | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Oregon Elk Unit 261?
The most recent published odds are 22.2% for resident applicants in 2025 — 144 applicants for 33 tags on the Rifle Controlled bull/buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 4.2% (2 tags, 24 applicants). Points required in 2025: 7.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Oregon Elk Unit 261?
In 2025, this unit took about 7 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 261?
Competition in the resident pool for the Rifle Controlled bull/buck only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 19.9% in 2024 and 22.2% in 2025. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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