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Utah Mule Deer — Unit Vernal/bonanza
Utah Mule Deer Unit Vernal/bonanza draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
17.9%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident · Muzzleloader Limited Entry bull/buck only
11
Points Req.
5
Tags (Resident)
28
Applicants (Resident)
Data source: Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) - Official Draw Results · Last updated 2026-06-09
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
Muzzleloader Limited Entry bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 28 | 5 | 17.9% | 11 |
| 2025 | 349 | 141 | 40.4% | 1 |
| 2024 | 41 | 4 | 9.8% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 1 | 25% | 11 |
| 2025 | 20 | 16 | 80% | 1 |
| 2024 | 8 | 1 | 12.5% | 3 |
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Archery Limited Entry bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 589 | 221 | 37.5% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 39 | 25 | 64.1% | — |
Any Legal Weapon — Historical Draw Data
Any Legal Weapon Limited Entry bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2,608 | 338 | 13% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 121 | 38 | 31.4% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Utah Mule Deer Unit Vernal/bonanza?
The most recent published odds are 17.9% for resident applicants in 2025 — 28 applicants for 5 tags on the Muzzleloader Limited Entry bull/buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 25% (1 tag, 4 applicants). Points required in 2025: 11.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Utah Mule Deer Unit Vernal/bonanza?
In 2025, this unit took about 11 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 Mule Deer Unit Vernal/bonanza?
Competition in the resident pool for the Muzzleloader Limited Entry bull/buck only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 9.8% in 2024 and 17.9% in 2025. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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