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Oregon Elk — Unit 261 (Imnaha Unit)
Oregon Elk Unit 261 (Imnaha Unit) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
22.2%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
7
Points Req.
33
Tags Available
144
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 | 144 | 33 | 22.2% | 7 |
| 2024 | 161 | 33 | 19.9% | 4 |
| 2023 | 204 | 33 | 15.7% | 8 |
| 2022 | 199 | 33 | 16.6% | 6 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 24 | 2 | 4.2% | 7 |
| 2024 | 12 | 2 | 8.3% | 4 |
| 2023 | 10 | 2 | 10% | 8 |
| 2022 | 12 | 2 | 0% | 6 |
Controlled
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 32 | 10 | 28.1% | 5 |
| 2024 | 42 | 25 | 57.1% | 5 |
| 2023 | 51 | 25 | 47.1% | 3 |
| 2022 | 46 | 25 | 52.2% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 1 | 25% | 5 |
| 2024 | 8 | 1 | 12.5% | 5 |
| 2023 | 9 | 1 | 11.1% | 3 |
| 2022 | 6 | 1 | 16.7% | 3 |
Controlled
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 823 | 303 | 35% | 8 |
| 2024 | 845 | 303 | 34.1% | 11 |
| 2023 | 867 | 303 | 33.2% | 13 |
| 2022 | 819 | 303 | 35.2% | 8 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 73 | 15 | 20.5% | 8 |
| 2024 | 78 | 15 | 19.2% | 11 |
| 2023 | 69 | 15 | 21.7% | 13 |
| 2022 | 68 | 15 | 22.1% | 8 |
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Controlled
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 25 | 33 | 100% | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Oregon Elk Unit 261?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 22.2% (2025). There were 144 applicants for 33 available tags. Points required: 7.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Oregon Elk Unit 261?
In 2025, this unit required approximately 7 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 Elk Unit 261?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 35% in 2025 and 22.2% in 2025.
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