Draw Odds Utah · Elk
Utah Elk — Unit Limited-entry
Utah Elk Unit Limited-entry draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
3.1%
↓Draw Odds (2021)
Resident · Rifle Limited Entry bull/buck only
12
Points Req.
5
Tags (Resident)
159
Applicants (Resident)
Data source: Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) - Official Draw Results · Last updated 2026-06-09
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Rifle Limited Entry bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 159 | 5 | 3.1% | 12 |
| 2021 | 232 | 12 | 5.2% | 12 |
| 2021 | 66 | 1 | 1.5% | 3 |
| 2021 | 22 | 8 | 36.4% | 1 |
| 2021 | 182 | 3 | 1.6% | 13 |
| 2021 | 802 | 73 | 9.1% | 20 |
| 2021 | 146 | 7 | 4.8% | 11 |
| 2021 | 172 | 7 | 4.1% | 12 |
| 2021 | 178 | 18 | 10.1% | 13 |
| 2021 | 214 | 5 | 2.3% | 15 |
| 2021 | 151 | 10 | 6.6% | 10 |
| 2021 | 48 | 4 | 8.3% | 1 |
| 2021 | 157 | 5 | 3.2% | 11 |
| 2021 | 49 | 12 | 24.5% | — |
| 2021 | 298 | 30 | 10.1% | 17 |
| 2021 | 268 | 10 | 3.7% | 23 |
| 2021 | 136 | 8 | 5.9% | 13 |
| 2021 | 19 | 2 | 10.5% | — |
| 2021 | 121 | 16 | 13.2% | 10 |
| 2021 | 66 | 18 | 27.3% | 2 |
| 2021 | 103 | 10 | 9.7% | 17 |
| 2021 | 47 | 7 | 14.9% | 2 |
| 2021 | 64 | 7 | 10.9% | 18 |
| 2021 | 88 | 10 | 11.4% | 10 |
| 2021 | 39 | 7 | 17.9% | 2 |
| 2021 | 311 | 11 | 3.5% | 15 |
| 2021 | 181 | 15 | 8.3% | 13 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 227 | 1 | 0.4% | 12 |
| 2021 | 102 | 2 | 2% | 12 |
| 2021 | 6 | 1 | 16.7% | 1 |
| 2021 | 34 | 1 | 2.9% | 13 |
| 2021 | 251 | 7 | 2.8% | 20 |
| 2021 | 52 | 1 | 1.9% | 11 |
| 2021 | 209 | 1 | 0.5% | 12 |
| 2021 | 73 | 2 | 2.7% | 13 |
| 2021 | 165 | 1 | 0.6% | 15 |
| 2021 | 88 | 1 | 1.1% | 10 |
| 2021 | 113 | 1 | 0.9% | 11 |
| 2021 | 23 | 1 | 4.3% | — |
| 2021 | 93 | 4 | 4.3% | 17 |
| 2021 | 378 | 1 | 0.3% | 23 |
| 2021 | 77 | 1 | 1.3% | 13 |
| 2021 | 229 | 17 | 7.4% | 19 |
| 2021 | 8 | 1 | 12.5% | — |
| 2021 | 8 | 2 | 25% | 10 |
| 2021 | 17 | 2 | 11.8% | 2 |
| 2021 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | 17 |
| 2021 | 31 | 1 | 3.2% | 2 |
| 2021 | 29 | 1 | 3.4% | 18 |
| 2021 | 24 | 1 | 4.2% | 10 |
| 2021 | 34 | 1 | 2.9% | 2 |
| 2021 | 202 | 1 | 0.5% | 15 |
| 2021 | 100 | 2 | 2% | 13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Utah Elk Unit Limited-entry?
The most recent published odds are 3.1% for resident applicants in 2021 — 159 applicants for 5 tags on the Rifle Limited Entry bull/buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 0.4% (1 tag, 227 applicants). Points required in 2021: 12.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Utah Elk Unit Limited-entry?
In 2021, this unit took about 12 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 Utah Elk Unit Limited-entry?
Competition in the resident pool for the Rifle Limited Entry bull/buck only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 1.5% in 2021 and 3.1% in 2021. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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