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Oregon Deer (Buck) — Unit 172 (Silvies Unit)
Oregon Deer (Buck) Unit 172 (Silvies Unit) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
29.2%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
9
Points Req.
825
Tags Available
2,704
Applicants
Data source: Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) - Preference Point Draw Reports · Last updated 2026-04-14
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Controlled
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2,704 | 825 | 29.2% | 9 |
| 2024 | 2,751 | 825 | 28.8% | 9 |
| 2023 | 2,815 | 825 | 28% | 19 |
| 2022 | 3,033 | 749 | 23.5% | 13 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 105 | 41 | 32.4% | 9 |
| 2024 | 100 | 41 | 34% | 9 |
| 2023 | 95 | 41 | 31.6% | 19 |
| 2022 | 115 | 37 | 26.1% | 13 |
Controlled
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 198 | 660 | 100% | 7 |
| 2024 | 218 | 660 | 99.1% | 12 |
| 2023 | 277 | 660 | 100% | 6 |
| 2022 | 263 | 660 | 100% | 9 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 32 | 33 | 100% | 7 |
| 2024 | 42 | 33 | 78.6% | 12 |
| 2023 | 26 | 33 | 100% | 6 |
| 2022 | 23 | 33 | 100% | 9 |
Controlled
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 101 | 22 | 20.8% | 6 |
| 2024 | 102 | 22 | 20.6% | 7 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 1 | 0% | 6 |
| 2024 | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | 7 |
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
Controlled
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 192 | 55 | 27.6% | 8 |
| 2024 | 184 | 55 | 28.8% | 9 |
| 2023 | 179 | 54 | 29.6% | 8 |
| 2022 | 163 | 42 | 24.5% | 13 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 3 | 16.7% | 8 |
| 2024 | 5 | 3 | 20% | 9 |
| 2023 | 2 | 3 | 0% | 8 |
| 2022 | 5 | 2 | 20% | 13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Oregon Deer (Buck) Unit 172?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 29.2% (2025). There were 2,704 applicants for 825 available tags. Points required: 9.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Oregon Deer (Buck) Unit 172?
In 2025, this unit required approximately 9 preference/bonus points for a resident hunter. Non-resident requirements may differ. Refer to the year-by-year table for historical point requirements and trends.
Is the competition increasing for Oregon Deer (Buck) Unit 172?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be decreasing or stable. Draw odds were 20.8% in 2025 and 29.2% in 2025.
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