Wyoming Mountain Goat Hunting Units & Draw Odds
3 units · 82.5% avg hunter success
Wyoming's mountain goat draw runs on a preference point system, and nonresidents get 16% of available tags. Applications open January 2 and close April 30, with results announced May 21. Plan on a $15 application fee and a $2752 tag fee if you draw. We've tracked 3 units with goat hunting data, so you can see real success rates and zero-point odds across different areas. This page breaks down each unit's recent results—harvest rates ranged from 66.7% to 100%—so you know what realistic odds look like before you apply. Preference points stack your chances over time, but zero-point hunters do draw here too.
How the Wyoming Draw Works
Draw system
Preference points — the highest point holders draw first.
Nonresident allocation: 16% of tags
2026 application window
Jan 2 – Apr 30(nonresident)
Results: May 21
2026 fees (nonresident, regular)
$15 app · $0 license · $2752 tag
Easiest Mountain Goat Draws for Nonresidents (2024 Results)
Point levels that drew with certainty, and the best documented zero-point hunts — actual draw results, per hunt.
All Wyoming Mountain Goat Units
Wyoming Mountain Goat Draw FAQ
When do Wyoming mountain goat applications open and close for nonresidents?
Applications open January 2 and close April 30 for the 2026 regular draw. Results are posted May 21. Make sure you apply before the April 30 deadline—there are no extensions.
What are the application and tag fees for nonresident mountain goat hunts in Wyoming?
The application fee is $15. If you draw a tag, the tag fee is $2752. Budget for both when planning your application strategy.
What are zero-point draw odds for Wyoming mountain goat hunts?
Zero-point odds vary by unit. In our data, the best zero-point hunt drew at 1.8%, while the lowest drew at 0.2%. Unit-specific odds depend on tag availability and preference point competition that year.
How does Wyoming's mountain goat preference point system work?
Wyoming uses a preference point system for goat draws. Each year you don't draw, you accumulate a preference point that improves your odds in future drawings. The exact odds calculation is preference-based, so your chances improve as your point total grows.
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