Big game statistics
Here you’ll find links to game population, harvest statistics and point summary reports that can help you decide on choosing a general season, controlled or premium hunt. It's not too late to purchase point savers for each species, available now until November 30, 2026.
Deer, elk and antelope hunting in eastern Oregon are through limited access, controlled hunts. Use these big game statistics to strategize your hunt applications:
Big game population survey data - See the latest and historic data on big game population surveys from 2012 to present.
Big game hunting harvest statistics – are a good indication of previous hunter success in different locations.
Point summary reports – provide some insight into how competitive different hunt locations are and how many preference points it has taken in the past to draw a tag.
Controlled hunt navigation - If you’ve never applied for a controlled hunt before, learn more about how controlled hunts work and the application process.
Eastern Oregon Deer Hunts - get help choosing your next hunt.
Premium Hunt - ODFW’s premium hunts give any hunter a chance to draw an additional deer, elk or pronghorn tag with a months-long season.
Big Game hunting areas and units - find MAPS for access to different hunts and plan ahead.
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