Nevada Elk Hunting Units & Draw Odds
45 units · 69.0% avg hunter success
Nevada's elk draw runs on a bonus-point system across 45 units, giving nonresidents a shot at quality hunts statewide. For 2026, nonresident applications open March 23 and close May 13, with results posted May 29. The nonresident tag fee is $1200 plus a $10 application fee. Nonresidents receive 10% of available tags. Our unit-by-unit breakdown shows you where zero-point hunters have the best realistic odds and what harvest success looks like on the ground. Some units offer archery antlerless hunts that drew at 42.9% for zero-point applicants in 2024, while others are tighter. Use this data to pick units that match your point balance and hunting style.
How the Nevada Draw Works
Draw system
Bonus points — each point multiplies your chances.
Nonresident allocation: 10% of tags
2026 application window
Mar 23 – May 13(nonresident)
Results: May 29
2026 fees (nonresident, regular)
$10 app · $156 license · $1200 tag · $10 point
Easiest Elk Draws for Nonresidents (2024 Results)
Point levels that drew with certainty, and the best documented zero-point hunts — actual draw results, per hunt.
43% at zero points · Archery, Antlerless
43% at zero points · Archery, Antlerless
43% at zero points · Archery, Antlerless
43% at zero points · Archery, Antlerless
17% at zero points · Archery, Antlerless
2.5% at zero points · Rifle (Antlerless) Late
2.5% at zero points · Rifle (Antlerless) Late
2.5% at zero points · Rifle (Antlerless) Late
2.5% at zero points · Rifle (Antlerless) Late
0.8% at zero points · Rifle, Antlerless
0.6% at zero points · Rifle, Antlerless
0.6% at zero points · Rifle, Antlerless
| Unit | Drew with certainty at | Best zero-point hunt | Success | Public land |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 076 | — | 43%Archery, Antlerless | 64.6% | 94% |
| Unit 077 | — | 43%Archery, Antlerless | 66.7% | 54% |
| Unit 079 | — | 43%Archery, Antlerless | 62% | 57% |
| Unit 081 | — | 43%Archery, Antlerless | 66.7% | 79% |
| Unit 231 | — | 17%Archery, Antlerless | 100% | 99% |
| Unit 161 | — | 2.5%Rifle (Antlerless) Late | 33.3% | 99% |
| Unit 162 | — | 2.5%Rifle (Antlerless) Late | 100% | 100% |
| Unit 163 | — | 2.5%Rifle (Antlerless) Late | 33.3% | 100% |
| Unit 164 | — | 2.5%Rifle (Antlerless) Late | 50% | 100% |
| Unit 062 | — | 0.8%Rifle, Antlerless | — | 70% |
| Unit 072 | — | 0.6%Rifle, Antlerless | 100% | 96% |
| Unit 073 | — | 0.6%Rifle, Antlerless | 62.5% | 74% |
All Nevada Elk Units
Nevada Elk Draw FAQ
When do Nevada elk applications open and close for nonresidents in 2026?
Applications open March 23 and close May 13. Results are posted May 29. The application fee is $10 and the tag fee is $1200 for nonresidents.
What are my odds as a zero-point nonresident hunter in Nevada elk units?
It depends on the unit and hunt type. Our 2024 data shows zero-point archery antlerless hunts ranging from 16.7% draw odds in Unit 231 to 42.9% in Units 076, 077, 079, and 081. Tighter units exist, so check the specific unit breakdown before applying.
How does Nevada's elk bonus-point system work?
Nevada uses a bonus-point draw where bonus points increase your odds each year you don't draw. The system is applied across 45 units statewide. Nonresidents compete for 10% of available tags.
What harvest success rates should I expect in Nevada elk units?
Harvest success varies by unit and hunt type. In 2024, archery antlerless hunts ranged from 62% to 100% success, depending on the specific unit. Unit 231 posted 100%, while Units 076 and 079 were at 64.6% and 62% respectively.
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