Draw Odds Nevada · Mule Deer
Nevada Mule Deer — Unit 194, 196 (194, 196)
Nevada Mule Deer Unit 194, 196 (194, 196) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
1.1%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
—
Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
25
Tags Available
2,312
Applicants
Data source: Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) - Official Hunt Statistics · Last updated 2026-06-09
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Late Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2,312 | 25 | 1.1% | — |
| 2024 | 2,664 | 30 | 1.1% | — |
| 2023 | 2,535 | 35 | 1.4% | — |
| 2022 | 3,125 | 35 | 1% | — |
| 2021 | 2,641 | 60 | 2.3% | — |
| 2020 | 3,114 | 80 | 2.6% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 680 | 2 | 0.3% | — |
| 2024 | 794 | 1 | 0.1% | — |
| 2023 | 831 | 2 | 0.2% | — |
| 2022 | 919 | 2 | 0.2% | — |
| 2021 | 740 | 3 | 0.4% | — |
| 2020 | 758 | 7 | 0.9% | — |
Limited Entry
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 205 | 20 | 9.8% | — |
| 2020 | 414 | 10 | 2.4% | — |
Limited Entry
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 439 | 20 | 4.6% | — |
| 2021 | 202 | 15 | 7.4% | — |
Late Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 155 | 8 | 5.2% | — |
| 2024 | 145 | 10 | 6.9% | — |
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Early Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 58 | 4 | 6.9% | — |
| 2024 | 112 | 4 | 3.6% | — |
| 2023 | 116 | 4 | 3.4% | — |
| 2022 | 235 | 6 | 2.6% | — |
| 2021 | 138 | 15 | 10.9% | — |
| 2020 | 213 | 20 | 9.4% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 24 | 1 | 4.2% | — |
| 2024 | 31 | 1 | 3.2% | — |
| 2023 | 31 | 1 | 3.2% | — |
| 2022 | 44 | 2 | 4.5% | — |
| 2021 | 31 | 2 | 6.5% | — |
| 2020 | 30 | 2 | 6.7% | — |
Late Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 118 | 15 | 12.7% | — |
| 2024 | 131 | 15 | 11.5% | — |
| 2023 | 119 | 15 | 12.6% | — |
| 2022 | 164 | 9 | 5.5% | — |
| 2021 | 108 | 18 | 16.7% | — |
| 2020 | 166 | 25 | 15.1% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 105 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2024 | 111 | 2 | 0.9% | — |
| 2023 | 124 | 1 | 0.8% | — |
| 2022 | 143 | 2 | 1.4% | — |
| 2021 | 107 | 2 | 1.9% | — |
| 2020 | 127 | 3 | 2.4% | — |
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
Early Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 52 | 3 | 5.8% | — |
| 2024 | 56 | 5 | 8.9% | — |
| 2023 | 61 | 5 | 8.2% | — |
| 2022 | 67 | 5 | 7.5% | — |
| 2021 | 56 | 5 | 8.9% | — |
| 2020 | 72 | 5 | 6.9% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12 | 1 | 8.3% | — |
| 2024 | 18 | 1 | 5.6% | — |
| 2023 | 14 | 1 | 7.1% | — |
| 2022 | 10 | 1 | 10% | — |
| 2021 | 13 | 2 | 15.4% | — |
| 2020 | 16 | 2 | 12.5% | — |
Limited Entry
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15 | 10 | 66.7% | — |
Early Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 10 | 6 | 60% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Nevada Mule Deer Unit 194, 196?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 1.1% (2025). There were 2,312 applicants for 25 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 194, 196?
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 194, 196?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 6.9% in 2025 and 1.1% in 2025.
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