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Utah Mule Deer — Unit Southwest Desert (Southwest Desert)
Utah Mule Deer Unit Southwest Desert (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
18
Points Req.
4
Tags Available
63
Applicants
Data source: Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) - Official Draw Results · Last updated 2026-06-09
Muzzleloader — Historical Draw Data
Limited Entry
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
Limited Entry
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
Limited Entry
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 draw odds for this unit are approximately 6.3% (2025). There were 63 applicants for 4 available tags. Points required: 18.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Utah Mule Deer Unit Southwest Desert?
In 2025, this unit required approximately 18 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 Mule Deer Unit Southwest Desert?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 56.6% in 2025 and 6.3% in 2025.
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