Draw Odds Oregon · Deer (Buck)
Oregon Deer (Buck) — Unit 169 (Steens Mtn)
Oregon Deer (Buck) Unit 169 (Steens Mtn) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
17.4%
↑Draw Odds (2025)
Resident · Archery Controlled buck only
22
Points Req.
290
Tags (Resident)
1,588
Applicants (Resident)
Data source: Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) - Point Summary Reports XLSX · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Archery Controlled buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1,588 | 290 | 17.4% | 22 |
| 2024 | 1,807 | 292 | 15.4% | 23 |
| 2023 | 1,977 | 292 | 14.1% | 19 |
| 2022 | 2,029 | 258 | 12.1% | 18 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 173 | 15 | 5.8% | 22 |
| 2024 | 202 | 15 | 4.5% | 23 |
| 2023 | 167 | 15 | 6% | 19 |
| 2022 | 177 | 13 | 4.5% | 18 |
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Rifle Controlled buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 30 | 193 | 100% | 3 |
| 2024 | 66 | 110 | 100% | 7 |
| 2023 | 61 | 110 | 100% | 4 |
| 2022 | 66 | 110 | 100% | 11 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 10 | 60% | 3 |
| 2024 | 11 | 6 | 45.5% | 7 |
| 2023 | 11 | 6 | 45.5% | 4 |
| 2022 | 12 | 6 | 41.7% | 11 |
Rifle Controlled either sex
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 139 | 22 | 15.1% | 8 |
| 2024 | 173 | 22 | 12.1% | 12 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 20 | 1 | 5% | 8 |
| 2024 | 23 | 1 | 4.3% | 12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Oregon Deer (Buck) Unit 169?
The most recent published odds are 17.4% for resident applicants in 2025 — 1,588 applicants for 290 tags on the Archery Controlled buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 5.8% (15 tags, 173 applicants). Points required in 2025: 22.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Oregon Deer (Buck) Unit 169?
In 2025, this unit took about 22 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 169?
Competition in the resident pool for the Archery Controlled buck only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 14.1% in 2023 and 17.4% in 2025. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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