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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 · Archery Controlled bull/buck only
5
Points Req.
440
Tags (Resident)
571
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 | 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 |
Archery Controlled bull/buck only
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
Muzzleloader Controlled bull/buck only
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
Rifle Controlled either sex
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 published odds are 73.2% for resident applicants in 2025 — 571 applicants for 440 tags on the Archery Controlled bull/buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 37.9% (22 tags, 58 applicants). Points required in 2025: 5.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Oregon Elk Unit 278?
In 2025, this unit took about 5 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 278?
Competition in the resident pool for the Archery Controlled bull/buck only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 69.1% in 2024 and 73.2% in 2025. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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