Draw Odds Oregon · Deer (Buck)
Oregon Deer (Buck) — Unit 163 (Keating Unit)
Oregon Deer (Buck) Unit 163 (Keating Unit) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
21%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident · Rifle Controlled buck only
14
Points Req.
329
Tags (Resident)
1,491
Applicants (Resident)
Data source: Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) - Point Summary Reports XLSX · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Rifle Controlled buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1,491 | 329 | 21% | 14 |
| 2024 | 1,278 | 328 | 24.4% | 14 |
| 2023 | 1,267 | 330 | 24.8% | 10 |
| 2022 | 1,239 | 330 | 25.3% | 9 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 92 | 16 | 14.1% | 14 |
| 2024 | 72 | 16 | 13.9% | 14 |
| 2023 | 75 | 17 | 17.3% | 10 |
| 2022 | 75 | 17 | 21.3% | 9 |
Rifle Controlled buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 113 | 275 | 100% | 6 |
| 2024 | 113 | 275 | 100% | 5 |
| 2023 | 100 | 275 | 100% | 4 |
| 2022 | 89 | 275 | 100% | 6 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 14 | 80% | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 | 14 | 100% | 5 |
| 2023 | 11 | 14 | 100% | 4 |
| 2022 | 7 | 14 | 100% | 6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Oregon Deer (Buck) Unit 163?
The most recent published odds are 21% for resident applicants in 2025 — 1,491 applicants for 329 tags on the Rifle Controlled buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 14.1% (16 tags, 92 applicants). Points required in 2025: 14.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Oregon Deer (Buck) Unit 163?
In 2025, this unit took about 14 points in the resident pool. The other residency pool can differ sharply. Refer to the year-by-year table for historical point requirements and trends.
Is the competition increasing for Oregon Deer (Buck) Unit 163?
Competition in the resident pool for the Rifle Controlled buck only hunt looks increasing. Odds ran 24.4% in 2024 and 21% in 2025. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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