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Idaho Deer — Unit 28-1 (28-1)
Idaho Deer Unit 28-1 (28-1) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
38%
↑Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
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Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
14
Tags Available
37
Applicants
Data source: Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) Hunt Planner — Drawing Odds API · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Controlled — Historical Draw Data
1st Drawing
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 37 | 14 | 38% | — |
| 2024 | 95 | 25 | 26% | — |
| 2023 | 88 | 23 | 26% | — |
| 2022 | 57 | 18 | 32% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 1 | 20% | — |
| 2024 | 5 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2023 | 10 | 2 | 20% | — |
| 2022 | 8 | 2 | 25% | — |
2nd Drawing
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12 | 1 | 8% | — |
| 2024 | 34 | 2 | 6% | — |
| 2023 | 19 | 2 | 11% | — |
| 2022 | 61 | 2 | 3% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2022 | 8 | 0 | 0% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Idaho Deer Unit 28-1?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 38% (2025). There were 37 applicants for 14 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Idaho Deer Unit 28-1?
Idaho uses a random draw for this tag — there is no minimum point requirement. Any licensed hunter can apply. Applicants who have accumulated more bonus points receive additional draw entries, which improves their odds, but zero-point applicants can still draw.
Is the competition increasing for Idaho Deer Unit 28-1?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be decreasing or stable. Draw odds were 26% in 2024 and 38% in 2025.
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