Draw Odds New Mexico · Elk
New Mexico Elk — Unit 16Cyouthonly (16Cyouthonly)
New Mexico Elk Unit 16Cyouthonly (16Cyouthonly) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
7.4%
↑Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
—
Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
21
Tags Available
285
Applicants
Data source: New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF) - Official Drawing Odds Summary Reports · Last updated 2026-04-14 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Draw
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 285 | 21 | 7.4% | — |
| 2024 | 298 | 21 | 7% | — |
| 2023 | 262 | 21 | 8% | — |
| 2022 | 296 | 21 | 7.1% | — |
| 2021 | 353 | 21 | 5.9% | — |
| 2020 | 275 | 21 | 7.6% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 52 | 2 | 3.8% | — |
| 2024 | 55 | 2 | 3.6% | — |
| 2023 | 70 | 2 | 2.9% | — |
| 2022 | 52 | 2 | 3.8% | — |
| 2021 | 57 | 2 | 3.5% | — |
| 2020 | 41 | 2 | 4.9% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for New Mexico Elk Unit 16Cyouthonly?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 7.4% (2025). There were 285 applicants for 21 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for New Mexico Elk Unit 16Cyouthonly?
New Mexico 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 New Mexico Elk Unit 16Cyouthonly?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 8% in 2023 and 7.4% in 2025.
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