South Dakota Hunt CAE-CU2:elk draw odds
1 hunt code for elk. 2026: 1,984 applicants per hunt.
The draw in Hunt CAE-CU22026 draw
CAE-CU225 drew, 1,984 applied.
One of South Dakota's hardest elk draws: 6th hardest of 59 in 2026.
At a glance
Elk hunt codes
1
Applicants · 2026
1,984
Hunt codes
Elk huntsin Hunt CAE-CU2
Whole-hunt draw results: applicants, tags and the share that drew.
| Hunt code | What it is | Draw result · 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| CAE-CU2 | 25 of 1,984 drew |
Some hunt codes cover several units; the hunt page lists them all.
Before you apply
- 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.
Public land & access
Each program opens on the state's site. Check on-the-ground signage.
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Answers use the same figures as this page.
Source: SDGFP