NV Mule Deer Unit 261
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NV 261 — Terrain & Access NV 261 spans nearly 288,000 acres across elevations from 2,082 to 4,932 feet, with 100% public land access. This elevation range—from low-desert foothills to high-country ridges—creates diverse mule deer habitat and allows hunters to adjust elevation based on seasonal conditions and deer movement. The vast public-land foundation means minimal access friction and strong DIY opportunity. Terrain spans sagebrush, pinyon-juniper, and higher mixed forest in upper drainages. Hunt Character This is a straightforward public-land mule deer hunt suited to self-reliant hunters comfortable with moderate to high-elevation glassing and stalking. The wide elevation band..
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Actual results from the 2024 draw, per hunt. Current-year odds at your point level with a paid plan →
Archery, Antlered
Bonus draw — more points always means better odds. Estimated from the 2024 draw.
Bonus draw — more points always means better odds. Estimated from the 2024 draw.
Muzzleloader, Antlered
Bonus draw — more points always means better odds. Estimated from the 2024 draw.
Bonus draw — more points always means better odds. Estimated from the 2024 draw.
Rifle, Antlered
Bonus draw — more points always means better odds. Estimated from the 2024 draw.
Bonus draw — more points always means better odds. Estimated from the 2024 draw.
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Historical data (2022–2024). Current-year data with a paid plan →
| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Rifle, Antlered | 27 | 15 | 55.6% |
| 2024 | Archery, Antlered | 15 | 1 | 6.7% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader, Antlered | 12 | 4 | 33.3% |
| 2024 | Rifle, Junior | 15 | 6 | 40.0% |
| 2024 | Rifle, Antlered | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| 2024 | Archery, Antlered | 2 | 1 | 50.0% |
| 2024 | Muzzleloader, Antlered | 2 | 0 | — |
| 2023 | Rifle, Antlered | 33 | 9 | 27.3% |
| 2023 | Archery, Antlered | 7 | 2 | 28.6% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader, Antlered | 8 | 0 | — |
| 2023 | Rifle, Junior | 18 | 5 | 27.8% |
| 2023 | Rifle, Antlered | 3 | 1 | 33.3% |
| 2023 | Muzzleloader, Antlered | 1 | 1 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle, Guided | 1 | 1 | 100.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle, Antlered | 59 | 21 | 35.6% |
| 2022 | Archery, Antlered | 9 | 2 | 22.2% |
| 2022 | Muzzleloader, Antlered | 9 | 0 | — |
| 2022 | Rifle, Junior | 27 | 12 | 44.4% |
| 2022 | Rifle, Antlered | 3 | 2 | 66.7% |
| 2022 | Archery, Antlered | 2 | 0 | — |
| 2022 | Muzzleloader, Antlered | 1 | 1 | 100.0% |
| 2022 | Rifle, Guided | 1 | 0 | — |
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Archery (Antlered) — Archery-Deer (Antlered) | Aug 10, 2026 — Sep 9, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Muzzleloader (Antlered) — Muzzleloader-Deer (Antlered) | Sep 10, 2026 — Oct 4, 2026 | — | male |
| 2026 | Rifle (Antlered) — Alw-Deer (Antlered) | Aug 10, 2026 — Sep 9, 2026 | — | male |
Trophy Data
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