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Oregon Elk — Unit 260 (Eagle Cap Muzzleloader)
Oregon Elk Unit 260 (Eagle Cap Muzzleloader) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
100%
↑Draw Odds (2025)
Resident · Muzzleloader Controlled bull/buck only
3
Points Req.
55
Tags (Resident)
28
Applicants (Resident)
Data source: Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) - Point Summary Reports XLSX · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
Muzzleloader Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 28 | 55 | 100% | 3 |
| 2024 | 27 | 55 | 96.3% | 3 |
| 2023 | 39 | 55 | 100% | 5 |
| 2022 | 39 | 55 | 100% | 5 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8 | 3 | 25% | 3 |
| 2024 | 3 | 3 | 33.3% | 3 |
| 2023 | 2 | 3 | 100% | 5 |
| 2022 | 4 | 3 | 50% | 5 |
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Rifle Controlled either sex
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 | 10 | 60% | 3 |
| 2024 | 14 | 10 | 71.4% | 2 |
| 2023 | 13 | 10 | 69.2% | 2 |
| 2022 | 17 | 10 | 58.8% | 2 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 1 | 100% | 3 |
| 2023 | 2 | 1 | 50% | 2 |
Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 141 | 495 | 100% | 7 |
| 2024 | 140 | 495 | 100% | 4 |
| 2023 | 184 | 495 | 100% | 6 |
| 2022 | 188 | 495 | 100% | 5 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12 | 25 | 100% | 7 |
| 2024 | 19 | 25 | 100% | 4 |
| 2023 | 13 | 25 | 100% | 6 |
| 2022 | 24 | 25 | 100% | 5 |
Rifle Controlled bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 168 | 495 | 100% | 4 |
| 2024 | 178 | 495 | 100% | 6 |
| 2023 | 189 | 495 | 100% | 10 |
| 2022 | 204 | 495 | 100% | 5 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 14 | 25 | 100% | 4 |
| 2024 | 12 | 25 | 100% | 6 |
| 2023 | 10 | 25 | 100% | 10 |
| 2022 | 16 | 25 | 100% | 5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Oregon Elk Unit 260?
The most recent published odds are 100% for resident applicants in 2025 — 28 applicants for 55 tags on the Muzzleloader Controlled bull/buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 25% (3 tags, 8 applicants). Points required in 2025: 3.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Oregon Elk Unit 260?
In 2025, this unit took about 3 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 260?
Competition in the resident pool for the Muzzleloader Controlled bull/buck only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 100% in 2023 and 100% in 2025. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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