Draw Odds Idaho · Elk
Idaho Elk — Unit 49 (49)
Idaho Elk Unit 49 (49) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
19.3%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
—
Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
238
Tags Available
1,230
Applicants
Data source: Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) - Hunt Planner Drawing Odds API · Last updated 2026-04-14 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Controlled
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1,230 | 238 | 19.3% | — |
| 2024 | 1,020 | 237 | 23.2% | — |
| 2023 | 1,239 | 254 | 20.5% | — |
| 2022 | 1,418 | 287 | 20.2% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 275 | 30 | 10.9% | — |
| 2024 | 213 | 26 | 12.2% | — |
| 2023 | 251 | 26 | 10.4% | — |
| 2022 | 243 | 35 | 14.4% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Idaho Elk Unit 49?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 19.3% (2025). There were 1,230 applicants for 238 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Idaho Elk Unit 49?
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 49?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 20.5% in 2023 and 19.3% in 2025.
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