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Oregon Elk — Unit 278 (High Desert No. 1)
Oregon Elk Unit 278 (High Desert No. 1) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
73.2%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
5
Points Req.
440
Tags Available
571
Applicants
Data source: Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) - Preference Point Draw Reports · Last updated 2026-04-14
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Controlled
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 571 | 440 | 73.2% | 5 |
| 2024 | 605 | 440 | 69.1% | 7 |
| 2023 | 777 | 440 | 53.8% | 9 |
| 2022 | 821 | 440 | 50.9% | 9 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 58 | 22 | 37.9% | 5 |
| 2024 | 47 | 22 | 46.8% | 7 |
| 2023 | 54 | 22 | 40.7% | 9 |
| 2022 | 50 | 22 | 44% | 9 |
Controlled
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 547 | 440 | 76.4% | 10 |
| 2024 | 689 | 440 | 60.7% | 7 |
| 2023 | 682 | 440 | 61.3% | 6 |
| 2022 | 787 | 440 | 53.1% | 5 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 76 | 22 | 28.9% | 10 |
| 2024 | 88 | 22 | 25% | 7 |
| 2023 | 90 | 22 | 22.2% | 6 |
| 2022 | 84 | 22 | 26.2% | 5 |
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
Controlled
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 76 | 138 | 100% | 5 |
| 2024 | 97 | 138 | 99% | 3 |
| 2023 | 118 | 138 | 97.5% | 3 |
| 2022 | 153 | 138 | 86.3% | 3 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 7 | 100% | 5 |
| 2024 | 10 | 7 | 60% | 3 |
| 2023 | 7 | 7 | 71.4% | 3 |
| 2022 | 16 | 7 | 37.5% | 3 |
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Controlled
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 20 | 10 | 45% | 3 |
| 2024 | 19 | 10 | 47.4% | 5 |
| 2023 | 30 | 10 | 30% | 7 |
| 2022 | 36 | 10 | 25% | 5 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 1 | 25% | 3 |
| 2024 | 4 | 1 | 25% | 5 |
| 2023 | 4 | 1 | 25% | 7 |
| 2022 | 4 | 1 | 25% | 5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Oregon Elk Unit 278?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 73.2% (2025). There were 571 applicants for 440 available tags. Points required: 5.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Oregon Elk Unit 278?
In 2025, this unit required approximately 5 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 278?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 100% in 2025 and 73.2% in 2025.
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