Draw Odds Utah · Mule Deer
Utah Mule Deer — Unit Southwest Desert
Utah Mule Deer Unit Southwest Desert draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
6.3%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident · Muzzleloader Limited Entry bull/buck only
18
Points Req.
4
Tags (Resident)
63
Applicants (Resident)
Data source: Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) - Official Draw Results · Last updated 2026-06-09
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
Muzzleloader Limited Entry bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 63 | 4 | 6.3% | 18 |
| 2025 | 88 | 57 | 64.8% | — |
| 2024 | 67 | 4 | 6% | 2 |
| 2023 | 70 | 4 | 5.7% | 12 |
| 2022 | 81 | 4 | 4.9% | 10 |
| 2020 | 91 | 4 | 4.4% | 13 |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 37 | 1 | 2.7% | 18 |
| 2025 | 45 | 7 | 15.6% | — |
| 2024 | 37 | 1 | 2.7% | 2 |
| 2023 | 55 | 1 | 1.8% | 12 |
| 2022 | 54 | 1 | 1.9% | 10 |
| 2020 | 44 | 1 | 2.3% | 13 |
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Archery Limited Entry bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 99 | 56 | 56.6% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 20 | 7 | 35% | — |
Any Legal Weapon — Historical Draw Data
Any Legal Weapon Limited Entry bull/buck only
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 928 | 142 | 15.3% | — |
Nonresident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 155 | 16 | 10.3% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Utah Mule Deer Unit Southwest Desert?
The most recent published odds are 6.3% for resident applicants in 2025 — 63 applicants for 4 tags on the Muzzleloader Limited Entry bull/buck only hunt. The nonresident pool for that same hunt drew at 2.7% (1 tag, 37 applicants). Points required in 2025: 18.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Utah Mule Deer Unit Southwest Desert?
In 2025, this unit took about 18 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 Utah Mule Deer Unit Southwest Desert?
Competition in the resident pool for the Muzzleloader Limited Entry bull/buck only hunt looks decreasing or stable. Odds ran 6% in 2024 and 6.3% in 2025. The other pool can move the other way, so check both tables.
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