Draw Odds Idaho · Elk
Idaho Elk — Unit 5-1 (5-1)
Idaho Elk Unit 5-1 (5-1) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
29%
↑Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
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Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
186
Tags Available
643
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 | 643 | 186 | 29% | — |
| 2024 | 467 | 97 | 21% | — |
| 2023 | 485 | 100 | 21% | — |
| 2022 | 214 | 23 | 11% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 48 | 14 | 29% | — |
| 2024 | 22 | 3 | 14% | — |
| 2023 | 26 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2022 | 45 | 2 | 4% | — |
2nd Drawing
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 167 | 9 | 5% | — |
| 2024 | 132 | 3 | 2% | — |
| 2023 | 137 | 2 | 1% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 10 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2023 | 5 | 2 | 0% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Idaho Elk Unit 5-1?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 29% (2025). There were 643 applicants for 186 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Idaho Elk Unit 5-1?
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 Elk Unit 5-1?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be decreasing or stable. Draw odds were 21% in 2024 and 29% in 2025.
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