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Answer card2026 draw · Resident

In 2026, 25 of 2,244 residents applying drew.

Draw result · 2026
1%
25 of 2,244 drew
Applicants · 2026
2,244
Odds by point level · 2026 · Resident
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PointsApplicantsDrewOdds · 2026 resultsVerdict
0+You · 0 pts224425
1%		Long shot

Why "drew out at" and your odds differ: the cutoff is one number, while odds count everyone who applied at each level.

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Tag fee
“21 - one any elk $195”
Points
“One point may be purchased each year the applicant is unsuccessful.”
Application fee
“A non-refundable $10 application fee is charged for each season applied for.”

Rules for 2026.

Source: SDGFP