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Colorado Elk — Unit 681 (681)
Colorado Elk Unit 681 (681) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
9.5%
↓Draw Odds (2024)
Resident
3
Points Req.
14
Tags Available
147
Applicants
Data source: Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) - Official Post Draw Recap Reports · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
2nd Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 147 | 14 | 9.5% | 3 |
| 2023 | 165 | 16 | 9.7% | 3 |
| 2022 | 155 | 14 | 9% | 3 |
| 2021 | 201 | 6 | 3% | 2 |
| 2020 | 195 | 7 | 3.6% | 1 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15 | 3 | 20% | 3 |
| 2023 | 17 | 1 | 5.9% | 3 |
| 2022 | 22 | 2 | 9.1% | 3 |
| 2021 | 21 | 2 | 9.5% | 2 |
| 2020 | 13 | 1 | 7.7% | 2 |
3rd Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 132 | 14 | 10.6% | 2 |
| 2023 | 111 | 14 | 12.6% | 2 |
| 2022 | 111 | 14 | 12.6% | 3 |
| 2021 | 198 | 7 | 3.5% | 2 |
| 2020 | 149 | 8 | 5.4% | 2 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 | 3 | 37.5% | 2 |
| 2023 | 11 | 3 | 27.3% | 2 |
| 2022 | 21 | 3 | 14.3% | 3 |
| 2021 | 10 | 1 | 10% | 3 |
| 2020 | 11 | 0 | 0% | — |
4th Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 52 | 16 | 30.8% | — |
| 2023 | 28 | 14 | 50% | — |
| 2022 | 38 | 15 | 39.5% | — |
| 2021 | 36 | 7 | 19.4% | — |
| 2020 | 56 | 5 | 8.9% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 | 2 | 66.7% | — |
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 100% | — |
| 2022 | 7 | 4 | 57.1% | — |
| 2021 | 8 | 3 | 37.5% | 1 |
| 2020 | 12 | 3 | 25% | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Colorado Elk Unit 681?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 9.5% (2024). There were 147 applicants for 14 available tags. Points required: 3.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Colorado Elk Unit 681?
In 2024, this unit required approximately 3 preference/bonus points for a resident hunter. Non-resident requirements may differ. Refer to the year-by-year table for historical point requirements and trends.
Is the competition increasing for Colorado Elk Unit 681?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 30.8% in 2024 and 9.5% in 2024.
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