Oregon Elk Deer (Buck) Deer (Antlerless)

Unit 14 (Trask)

Oregon Hunting Guide — Elk, Deer (Buck), Deer (Antlerless)

ODFW manages this Oregon elk controlled hunt. Tags are issued through the state's 75/25 preference-point and random draw process. Use the live draw-odds chart on this page for the most recent ODFW data.

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Elk Hunting in Unit 14

Where to Find Elk in the Trask Unit

ODFW publishes habitat, access, and distribution notes for this WMU on myodfw.com. Consult the current controlled-hunt navigation page and big-game hub for the season you are planning.

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Elk Success Rates

Refer to the draw-odds and harvest chart on this page for the most recent ODFW-published data for elk in the Trask Unit.

Elk Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— Controlled	10	615	1.6%	17
Rifle— Controlled	50	212	23.6%	18
Rifle— Controlled	16	47	34.0%	10
Rifle— Controlled	10	88	11.4%	10
Archery— Controlled	32	181	17.1%	9
Archery— Controlled	33	132	25.0%	9
Any Legal Weapon— Controlled	11	115	9.6%	12
Any Legal Weapon— Controlled	10	69	14.5%	8
Any Legal Weapon— Controlled	22	123	17.9%	9
Any Legal Weapon— Controlled	21	44	47.7%	4
Muzzleloader— Controlled	44	69	63.8%	6

Data from 2025 draw results. Resident odds shown.

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ODFW runs a 75/25 preference-point / random draw for controlled hunts. The Draw Odds chart on this page is fed directly by ODFW's published draw statistics for this hunt.

Deer (Buck) Hunting in Unit 14

The Trask WMU (WMU 14) is an Oregon Coast Range deer unit holding black-tailed deer in dense second-growth conifer, alder riparian corridors, and regenerating clearcuts. Controlled draw tags maintain manageable hunting pressure on this productive coastal habitat under Oregon's 75/25 preference-point/random draw system.

Where to Find Deer in the Trask Unit

Trask unit black-tailed deer concentrate in regenerating clearcuts and riparian corridors throughout this Coast Range WMU.

Clearcut Edges

Recent harvest units 3-10 years post-harvest provide dense browse that concentrates deer at dawn and dusk. Work the edges of clearcuts where mature timber meets open regenerating units. Bucks emerge to feed in openings and retreat to timber for bedding.

Riparian Corridors

Creek drainages funnel deer movement year-round. October rut activity brings bucks into alder and maple bottomlands. Move quietly along stream corridors and look for fresh rubs and scrapes on streamside trees.

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How to Hunt Deer in the Trask Unit

Stand hunting clearcut edges and slow still-hunting produce the most consistent results in Coast Range units like Trask.

Clearcut Edge Stands

Set a stand on the mature timber edge overlooking a productive clearcut. Clear shooting lanes to 50-80 yards before season. Scent control is critical in damp coastal air — use scent-free products and hunt with favorable wind.

Still-Hunting Logging Roads

Walk roads and skid trails extremely slowly on wet, still mornings. The Coast Range's heavy rainfall keeps foliage wet for quiet movement. Scan ahead continuously — blacktails often appear at road edges feeding on roadside vegetation.

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Deer (Buck) Success Rates

Trask and other Coast Range controlled deer tags see rifle success rates of 15-25%. The draw structure limits hunter pressure and supports better buck age structure than unmanaged general seasons in similar habitat. Archery tags typically run lower at 8-12%.

Deer (Buck) Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Muzzleloader— Controlled	220	237	92.4%	12

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Oregon's 75/25 preference-point/random draw split means 75% of Trask unit deer tags go to highest-point applicants and 25% are allocated randomly each year. Hunt code 114 is accessible to newer applicants through the random pool. Check ODFW controlled hunt draw statistics at myodfw.com for current applicant counts and historical odds.

Deer (Antlerless) Hunting in Unit 14

Hunt code 614 (Trask) is an antlerless deer tag within WMU 14. Antlerless tags allow harvest of does to help manage deer populations in balance with available habitat and landowner tolerance. Oregon's draw system controls harvest through limited tag availability.

Where to Find Deer in the Trask Hunt Area

Trask antlerless deer (WMU 14) are distributed throughout the unit's habitat. Doe and fawn groups are less wary than mature bucks and use a wider range of habitat types.

Feeding Areas and Field Edges

Clearcut edges, meadows, and agricultural fields concentrate deer in predictable locations. Scout feeding areas before season.

Water and Travel Corridors

Streams and water sources concentrate deer movement. Travel corridors between bedding and feeding areas are consistent locations for antlerless deer throughout the season.

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How to Hunt the Trask Antlerless Hunt

Antlerless deer hunting in the Trask area offers flexible tactics — doe groups are less wary and more predictable than mature bucks.

Stand Hunting

Set a stand or blind overlooking a known feeding area or water source. Antlerless deer often move in groups. Hunt low-light periods for the most consistent activity.

Shot Placement and Legal Animals

Read your tag and current ODFW regulations carefully before hunting. Antlerless tags have specific restrictions on legal animals — confirm compliance before shooting.

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Deer (Antlerless) Success Rates

Antlerless deer tags in Oregon typically see high success rates — 30-50% or higher — because does and fawn groups are more abundant and predictable than mature bucks. The antlerless tag system allows efficient population management while providing quality hunting opportunities.

Deer (Antlerless) Draw Odds

Season	Tags	Applicants	Draw %	Pts Req
Rifle— Controlled	502	1,967	25.4%	17
Rifle— Controlled	81	134	60.4%	4
Rifle— Controlled	44	31	100.0%	4
Rifle— Controlled	127	160	79.4%	5

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Hunt code 614 is a controlled antlerless tag under Oregon's 75/25 preference-point/random draw system. Antlerless tag demand varies by unit and year — check ODFW draw statistics for current applicant counts. Apply at myodfw.com.

Unit Logistics & Expectations

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are Oregon controlled-hunt tags allocated for this unit?

ODFW uses a 75/25 split — 75% of tags go to the highest preference-point holders and 25% are allocated by random draw, giving newer applicants a chance every year.

Where do I find the official regulations for this Oregon unit?

Current season dates, boundaries, and tag quotas are published in the Oregon Big Game eRegulations and on myodfw.com's controlled-hunt navigation pages.

How do I apply for the Trask unit deer tag?

Apply through ODFW's controlled hunt system at myodfw.com using hunt code 114. Oregon uses a 75/25 preference-point/random draw split. Purchase preference points annually to improve preference-pool odds, or rely on the 25% random allocation each year.

What is the best season for Trask unit deer hunting?

Season timing depends on your specific hunt code and weapon type. October rifle seasons typically coincide with the rut in Oregon deer units, which improves buck movement and encounter rates. Check current ODFW regulations for exact season dates.

What animals can I harvest on the Trask antlerless tag?

Antlerless tags allow harvest of deer without visible antlers or with antlers below a specified length. Read your tag and current ODFW regulations carefully for exact legal animal definitions for hunt code 614.

How do I apply for the Trask antlerless deer tag?

Apply through ODFW's controlled hunt system at myodfw.com using hunt code 614. Oregon's 75/25 draw split means 25% of tags go to random applicants every year regardless of preference points.

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Sources & Verification

Every fact on this page is tied to a primary source below. Last fact-checked 2026-04-18.

Oregon Big Game Regs (eRegulations) — Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) · supports: WMU boundaries and controlled-hunt numbers, Season dates by weapon and species · accessed 2026-04-17
ODFW Big Game Hub — Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) · supports: Species season structures, WMU-level special regulations · accessed 2026-04-17
ODFW Big Game Statistics — Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) · supports: Per-WMU harvest totals and hunter success rates · accessed 2026-04-17
ODFW Controlled Hunt Navigation — Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) · supports: 75/25 preference-point / random draw structure, Historical draw odds per hunt number · accessed 2026-04-17

Unit 14 (Trask)

Elk Hunting in Unit 14

Where to Find Elk in the Trask Unit

How to Hunt Elk in the Trask Unit

Elk Success Rates

Elk Draw Odds

Deer (Buck) Hunting in Unit 14

Where to Find Deer in the Trask Unit

Clearcut Edges

Riparian Corridors

How to Hunt Deer in the Trask Unit

Clearcut Edge Stands

Still-Hunting Logging Roads

Deer (Buck) Success Rates

Deer (Buck) Draw Odds

Deer (Antlerless) Hunting in Unit 14

Where to Find Deer in the Trask Hunt Area

Feeding Areas and Field Edges

Water and Travel Corridors

How to Hunt the Trask Antlerless Hunt

Stand Hunting

Shot Placement and Legal Animals

Deer (Antlerless) Success Rates

Deer (Antlerless) Draw Odds

Unit Logistics & Expectations

Planning Notes

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Frequently Asked Questions

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