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Oregon Elk — Unit 223 (Melrose Unit)
Oregon Elk Unit 223 (Melrose Unit) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
3%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident · Archery Controlled bull/buck only
15
Points Req.
11
Tags (Resident)
337
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 bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 337 | 11 | 3% | 15 |
| 2024 | 318 | 11 | 3.1% | 25 |
| 2023 | 373 | 11 | 2.7% | 14 |
| 2022 | 419 | 10 | 2.1% | 25 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 31 | 1 | 0% | 15 |
| 2024 | 43 | 1 | 2.3% | 25 |
| 2023 | 31 | 1 | 0% | 14 |
| 2022 | 19 | 1 | 5.3% | 25 |
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Rifle Controlled either sex
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12 | 10 | 83.3% | 2 |
| 2023 | 18 | 10 | 55.6% | 3 |
| 2022 | 30 | 10 | 33.3% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 1 | 0% | 2 |
| 2022 | 2 | 1 | 0% | 3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Oregon Elk Unit 223?
The most recent published odds are 3% for resident applicants in 2025 — 337 applicants for 11 tags on the Archery Controlled bull/buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 0% (1 tag, 31 applicants). Points required in 2025: 15.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Oregon Elk Unit 223?
In 2025, this unit took about 15 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 Elk Unit 223?
Competition in the resident pool for the Archery Controlled bull/buck only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 2.7% in 2023 and 3% in 2025. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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