Draw Odds Idaho · Elk
Idaho Elk — Unit 46 (46)
Idaho Elk Unit 46 (46) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
40%
↑Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
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Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
73
Tags Available
184
Applicants
Data source: Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) Hunt Planner — Drawing Odds API · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Controlled — Historical Draw Data
1st Drawing
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 184 | 73 | 40% | — |
| 2024 | 286 | 228 | 80% | — |
| 2023 | 288 | 233 | 81% | — |
| 2022 | 945 | 493 | 52% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12 | 2 | 17% | — |
| 2024 | 28 | 22 | 79% | — |
| 2023 | 18 | 17 | 94% | — |
| 2022 | 13 | 7 | 54% | — |
2nd Drawing
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 63 | 5 | 8% | — |
| 2024 | 62 | 17 | 27% | — |
| 2023 | 84 | 11 | 13% | — |
| 2022 | 255 | 16 | 6% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2024 | 2 | 1 | 50% | — |
| 2023 | 9 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | 0% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Idaho Elk Unit 46?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 40% (2025). There were 184 applicants for 73 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Idaho Elk Unit 46?
Idaho uses a random draw for this tag — there is no minimum point requirement. Any licensed hunter can apply. Applicants who have accumulated more bonus points receive additional draw entries, which improves their odds, but zero-point applicants can still draw.
Is the competition increasing for Idaho Elk Unit 46?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 80% in 2024 and 40% in 2025.
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