How the Arizona draw works
Points increase your chances but don't guarantee a tag. Multiple phases combine preference and random elements.
3-phase hybrid system: 20% bonus pass, then random passes.
- Points improve odds but do not guarantee a tag.
- Multiple phases can favor high-point applicants while retaining random opportunity.
- Apply consistently to maximize total lifetime draw chances.
See the methodology for how odds are computed from official Arizona draw reports.
Draw odds by species
Unit-by-unit odds, points to draw, and harvest stats for every Arizona species.
What can you draw with your points?
Hunts where the latest draw reached applicants at or below each point level.
| Species | Your points | 0 pts | 3 pts | 5 pts | 10 pts | Tops out at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pronghorn | Point thresholds not published for the latest resident draw. | |||||
| Bison | Point thresholds not published for the latest resident draw. | |||||
| Sandhill Crane | Point thresholds not published for the latest resident draw. | |||||
| Deer | Point thresholds not published for the latest resident draw. | |||||
| Elk | Point thresholds not published for the latest resident draw. | |||||
| Javelina | Point thresholds not published for the latest resident draw. | |||||
| Bighorn Sheep | Point thresholds not published for the latest resident draw. | |||||
| Turkey | Point thresholds not published for the latest resident draw. | |||||
Counts are hunt codes drawable at each point level in the most recent published draw (data 2023–2025) — thresholds move year to year, so treat them as a starting point, not a guarantee. Track your balances on your profile to fill in the “your points” column.
Arizona application deadlines
All states2027 deadlines for Arizona haven't been published yet — check the official application page. Last season's dates are the best guide until then.