Draw Odds Nevada · Mule Deer
Nevada Mule Deer — Unit 161 - 164 (161 - 164)
Nevada Mule Deer Unit 161 - 164 (161 - 164) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
28.9%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
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Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
200
Tags Available
692
Applicants
Data source: Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) - Official Hunt Statistics · Last updated 2026-06-09
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Mid Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 692 | 200 | 28.9% | — |
| 2024 | 655 | 120 | 18.3% | — |
| 2023 | 739 | 105 | 14.2% | — |
| 2022 | 983 | 120 | 12.2% | — |
| 2021 | 1,161 | 325 | 28% | — |
| 2020 | 1,381 | 395 | 28.6% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 177 | 15 | 8.5% | — |
| 2024 | 172 | 11 | 6.4% | — |
| 2023 | 149 | 7 | 4.7% | — |
| 2022 | 169 | 5 | 3% | — |
| 2021 | 244 | 17 | 7% | — |
| 2020 | 254 | 34 | 13.4% | — |
Limited Entry
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 83 | 60 | 72.3% | — |
| 2023 | 65 | 30 | 46.2% | — |
| 2020 | 161 | 140 | 87% | — |
Limited Entry
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 100 | 45 | 45% | — |
| 2021 | 159 | 140 | 88.1% | — |
Early Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 111 | 95 | 85.6% | — |
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Early Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 94 | 85 | 90.4% | — |
| 2024 | 68 | 49 | 72.1% | — |
| 2023 | 60 | 25 | 41.7% | — |
| 2022 | 126 | 50 | 39.7% | — |
| 2021 | 189 | 140 | 74.1% | — |
| 2020 | 241 | 140 | 58.1% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 43 | 15 | 34.9% | — |
| 2024 | 40 | 5 | 12.5% | — |
| 2023 | 34 | 3 | 8.8% | — |
| 2022 | 34 | 6 | 17.6% | — |
| 2021 | 48 | 15 | 31.3% | — |
| 2020 | 65 | 15 | 23.1% | — |
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
Early Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 53 | 30 | 56.6% | — |
| 2024 | 30 | 15 | 50% | — |
| 2023 | 37 | 7 | 18.9% | — |
| 2022 | 62 | 15 | 24.2% | — |
| 2021 | 80 | 25 | 31.3% | — |
| 2020 | 98 | 35 | 35.7% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 6 | 40% | — |
| 2024 | 8 | 1 | 12.5% | — |
| 2023 | 16 | 1 | 6.3% | — |
| 2022 | 14 | 3 | 21.4% | — |
| 2021 | 14 | 3 | 21.4% | — |
| 2020 | 15 | 4 | 26.7% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Nevada Mule Deer Unit 161 - 164?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 28.9% (2025). There were 692 applicants for 200 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Nevada Mule Deer Unit 161 - 164?
Nevada 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 Nevada Mule Deer Unit 161 - 164?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 90.4% in 2025 and 28.9% in 2025.
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