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Utah Elk — Unit Book Cliffs, Bitter Creek/south (Book Cliffs, Bitter Creek/south)
Utah Elk Unit Book Cliffs, Bitter Creek/south (Book Cliffs, Bitter Creek/south) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
12%
↑Draw Odds (2022)
Resident
15
Points Req.
16
Tags Available
133
Applicants
Data source: Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) - Official Draw Results · Last updated 2026-04-06 · ✓ Verified
Archery — Historical Draw Data
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Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 133 | 16 | 12% | 15 |
| 2020 | 162 | 27 | 16.7% | 18 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 122 | 2 | 1.6% | 15 |
| 2020 | 139 | 3 | 2.2% | 18 |
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
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Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 292 | 14 | 4.8% | 11 |
| 2022 | 167 | 2 | 1.2% | 11 |
| 2020 | 296 | 24 | 8.1% | 14 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 346 | 2 | 0.6% | 11 |
| 2022 | 75 | 2 | 2.7% | 11 |
| 2020 | 465 | 3 | 0.6% | 28 |
| 2020 | 118 | 3 | 2.5% | 14 |
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
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Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 222 | 9 | 4.1% | 13 |
| 2020 | 222 | 16 | 7.2% | 11 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 73 | 1 | 1.4% | 13 |
| 2020 | 115 | 2 | 1.7% | 11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Utah Elk Unit Book Cliffs, Bitter Creek/south?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 12% (2022). There were 133 applicants for 16 available tags. Points required: 15.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Utah Elk Unit Book Cliffs, Bitter Creek/south?
In 2022, this unit required approximately 15 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 Utah Elk Unit Book Cliffs, Bitter Creek/south?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be decreasing or stable. Draw odds were 4.8% in 2022 and 12% in 2022.
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