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Oregon Pronghorn Hunting Units & Draw Odds

23 units · 61.3% avg hunter success

Oregon's pronghorn draw runs on a hybrid preference-point system, and nonresidents make up 5% of available tags. The 2026 application window closes May 15, with results announced June 12. Nonresident tag fees run $395.5, plus an $8 application fee. We've tracked 23 pronghorn units across the state, including detailed 2024 harvest data to help you pick your best bet. Some zero-point hunts drew regularly, while others stayed competitive—knowing which units favor fresh applicants matters when you're planning your strategy.

How the Oregon Draw Works

Draw system

Hybrid draw — part preference order, part random allocation.

Nonresident allocation: 5% of tags

2026 application window

May 15(nonresident)

Results: Jun 12

2026 fees (nonresident, regular)

$8 app · $193 license · $395.50 tag

Easiest Pronghorn Draws for Nonresidents (2024 Results)

Point levels that drew with certainty, and the best documented zero-point hunts — actual draw results, per hunt.

All Oregon Pronghorn Units

Oregon Pronghorn Draw FAQ

When do I apply for Oregon pronghorn in 2026?

Applications close May 15, 2026, and results post June 12. The $8 application fee is due with your submission, separate from the $395.5 tag fee you'll pay if drawn.

Can I hunt pronghorn in Oregon as a nonresident?

Yes. Nonresidents receive 5% of available tags through Oregon's hybrid preference-point draw system. You don't need preference points to apply—zero-point hunters draw regularly on certain hunts.

Which Oregon pronghorn units are easiest to draw?

Several units with 2024 harvest data showed zero-point draws: Beatys Butte (Hunt 470A), Beulah (Hunt 465), Catherine Creek (Hunt 453T), Fossil (Hunt 445A), and Grizzly (Hunt 438). Success rates ranged from 60% to 100% on these hunts, so unit choice directly impacts your odds of filling a tag.

How many preference points do I need for Oregon pronghorn?

Oregon's system rewards preference points, but zero-point hunters drew multiple hunts in 2024. The number of points needed varies by unit and hunt code—check the specific hunt you're targeting for preference-point draw requirements.

Plan your Oregon Pronghorn hunt — free account, no card. Run the draw simulator at your point level, see 2022–2024 data, and save units to compare.

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