Utah Mule Deer Hunting Units & Draw Odds
54 units · 51.5% avg hunter success
Utah's mule deer draw runs on a hybrid bonus-point system across 174 units, giving nonresidents a real shot at western hunting without years of point accumulation. Nonresidents get 10% of available tags. For 2026, applications open March 19 and close April 23, with results announced May 31. The nonresident tag fee is $599 plus a $10 application fee. Whether you're weighing archery or muzzleloader seasons, the unit-by-unit data below shows you which hunts drew at 100.0% on zero points in 2024—meaning zero-point applicants got drawn—plus real harvest success rates so you can pick a unit that matches your skill and weapon choice.
How the Utah Draw Works
Draw system
Hybrid draw — part preference order, part random allocation.
Nonresident allocation: 10% of tags
2026 application window
Mar 19 – Apr 23(nonresident)
Results: May 31
2026 fees (nonresident, regular)
$10 app · $144 license · $599 tag
Easiest Mule Deer Draws for Nonresidents (2024 Results)
Point levels that drew with certainty, and the best documented zero-point hunts — actual draw results, per hunt.
100% at zero points · Archery — DB1501
100% at zero points · Archery — DB1502
100% at zero points · Archery — DB1600
100% at zero points · Archery — DB1604
100% at zero points · Muzzleloader — DB1566
100% at zero points · Archery — DB1508
100% at zero points · Archery — DB1608
100% at zero points · Archery — DB1504
100% at zero points · Muzzleloader — DB1572
100% at zero points · Muzzleloader — DB1573
100% at zero points · Archery — DB1514
100% at zero points · Muzzleloader — DB1582
| Unit | Drew with certainty at | Best zero-point hunt | Success | Public land |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit Box Elder | — | 100%Archery — DB1501 | 23.1% | 66% |
| Unit Cache | — | 100%Archery — DB1502 | 15.8% | 52% |
| Unit Chalk Creek | — | 100%Archery — DB1600 | 28.3% | 18% |
| Unit East Canyon | — | 100%Archery — DB1604 | 23.7% | 26% |
| Unit Fillmore | — | 100%Muzzleloader — DB1566 | 43.3% | — |
| Unit Kamas | — | 100%Archery — DB1508 | 21.9% | 62% |
| Unit Morgan-South Rich | — | 100%Archery — DB1608 | 13.6% | 15% |
| Unit Nebo | — | 100%Archery — DB1504 | 19.2% | 50% |
| Unit Nine Mile | — | 100%Muzzleloader — DB1572 | 29.9% | 84% |
| Unit North Slope | — | 100%Muzzleloader — DB1573 | 31.5% | 90% |
| Unit Ogden | — | 100%Archery — DB1514 | 37.5% | 28% |
| Unit Vernal/Bonanza | — | 100%Muzzleloader — DB1582 | 39.4% | 90% |
All Utah Mule Deer Units
Utah Mule Deer Draw FAQ
What's the 2026 application deadline for Utah mule deer as a nonresident?
Applications open March 19, 2026 and close April 23, 2026. Results post May 31, 2026. Mark those dates now; late submissions won't be accepted.
How much will a Utah mule deer tag cost me as a nonresident?
The tag fee is $599, plus a $10 application fee. The resident tag fee is $46 plus the same $10 application fee, so factor in the nonresident premium when budgeting.
Do I need bonus points to draw a Utah mule deer hunt?
No. In 2024, several archery and muzzleloader hunts drew at 100.0% on zero points—meaning applicants with no points were selected. Utah's hybrid system lets zero-point hunters win; points improve your odds, but they're not mandatory.
What harvest success rates should I expect on Utah mule deer hunts?
It varies by unit and weapon. In 2024, archery hunts across sampled units ranged from 15.5% to 33.8% harvest success, while muzzleloader success hit 32%. Pick a unit and weapon honest with your ability and expectations.
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