Draw Odds Idaho · Elk
Idaho Elk — Unit 31 (31)
Idaho Elk Unit 31 (31) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
15%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
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Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
45
Tags Available
293
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 | 293 | 45 | 15% | — |
| 2024 | 117 | 74 | 63% | — |
| 2023 | 79 | 75 | 95% | — |
| 2022 | 549 | 85 | 15% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 54 | 5 | 9% | — |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | 100% | — |
| 2022 | 14 | 0 | 0% | — |
2nd Drawing
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 31 | 10 | 32% | — |
| 2023 | 49 | 11 | 22% | — |
| 2022 | 241 | 6 | 2% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4 | 0 | 0% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Idaho Elk Unit 31?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 15% (2025). There were 293 applicants for 45 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Idaho Elk Unit 31?
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 Elk Unit 31?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 32% in 2024 and 15% in 2025.
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