Draw Odds Nevada · Mule Deer
Nevada Mule Deer — Unit 261 - 268 (261 - 268)
Nevada Mule Deer Unit 261 - 268 (261 - 268) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
3.9%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
—
Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
30
Tags Available
765
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 | 765 | 30 | 3.9% | — |
| 2024 | 849 | 30 | 3.5% | — |
| 2023 | 1,010 | 40 | 4% | — |
| 2022 | 1,073 | 60 | 5.5% | — |
| 2021 | 1,037 | 75 | 7.2% | — |
| 2020 | 1,156 | 75 | 6.5% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 77 | 3 | 3.9% | — |
| 2024 | 87 | 4 | 3.4% | — |
| 2023 | 114 | 3 | 2.6% | — |
| 2022 | 106 | 3 | 2.8% | — |
| 2021 | 109 | 5 | 4.6% | — |
| 2020 | 110 | 5 | 4.5% | — |
Limited Entry
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 106 | 20 | 18.9% | — |
| 2023 | 146 | 20 | 13.7% | — |
| 2020 | 209 | 35 | 16.7% | — |
Limited Entry
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 195 | 30 | 15.4% | — |
| 2021 | 147 | 35 | 23.8% | — |
Early Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 97 | 20 | 20.6% | — |
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Early Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 55 | 17 | 29.1% | — |
| 2024 | 61 | 15 | 24.6% | — |
| 2023 | 67 | 8 | 11.9% | — |
| 2022 | 115 | 10 | 8.7% | — |
| 2021 | 94 | 15 | 16% | — |
| 2020 | 110 | 15 | 13.6% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9 | 2 | 22.2% | — |
| 2024 | 12 | 2 | 16.7% | — |
| 2023 | 6 | 2 | 33.3% | — |
| 2022 | 11 | 2 | 18.2% | — |
| 2021 | 9 | 2 | 22.2% | — |
| 2020 | 10 | 2 | 20% | — |
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
Early Season
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 32 | 15 | 46.9% | — |
| 2024 | 37 | 15 | 40.5% | — |
| 2023 | 44 | 8 | 18.2% | — |
| 2022 | 47 | 10 | 21.3% | — |
| 2021 | 64 | 20 | 31.3% | — |
| 2020 | 62 | 16 | 25.8% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 2 | 50% | — |
| 2024 | 6 | 2 | 33.3% | — |
| 2023 | 5 | 2 | 40% | — |
| 2022 | 5 | 2 | 40% | — |
| 2021 | 11 | 2 | 18.2% | — |
| 2020 | 9 | 2 | 22.2% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Nevada Mule Deer Unit 261 - 268?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 3.9% (2025). There were 765 applicants for 30 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 261 - 268?
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 261 - 268?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 29.1% in 2025 and 3.9% in 2025.
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