Draw Odds Idaho · Elk
Idaho Elk — Unit 59-1 (59-1)
Idaho Elk Unit 59-1 (59-1) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
37%
↑Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
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Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
241
Tags Available
660
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 | 660 | 241 | 37% | — |
| 2024 | 626 | 386 | 62% | — |
| 2023 | 532 | 393 | 74% | — |
| 2022 | 186 | 147 | 79% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 25 | 9 | 36% | — |
| 2024 | 25 | 14 | 56% | — |
| 2023 | 14 | 7 | 50% | — |
| 2022 | 3 | 3 | 100% | — |
2nd Drawing
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 79 | 2 | 3% | — |
| 2024 | 221 | 28 | 13% | — |
| 2023 | 218 | 11 | 5% | — |
| 2022 | 54 | 2 | 4% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2024 | 4 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2023 | 5 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | 0% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Idaho Elk Unit 59-1?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 37% (2025). There were 660 applicants for 241 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Idaho Elk Unit 59-1?
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 59-1?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 62% in 2024 and 37% in 2025.
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