Oregon Sports Betting: Legal Sportsbooks, Apps & Betting Guide
Oregon runs one of the most unusual sports betting markets in the United States. The state legalized wagering well before most of the country, and instead of opening the market to competing brands, it built a single-operator model in which the Oregon Lottery controls online betting and licenses just one mobile sportsbook. Tribal casinos add a small group of retail sportsbooks, daily fantasy and prediction apps fill the gaps, and many residents also use offshore sites that operate from outside U.S. borders.
This guide covers every option, the laws behind them, the operators reviewed in detail, the history of betting in the state, revenue data, tax rules, responsible-gambling resources and answers to the most common questions. For the national picture, see our main legal sports betting hub.
Last updated June 2026Is Sports Betting Legal in Oregon?
Snapshot- ✓ Legal Sports betting is legal and live in Oregon, both online and in person, and has been since 2019 — one of the earliest states to act after the federal ban fell.
- ① One app Online wagering runs through a single state-licensed app, DraftKings, operated in partnership with the Oregon Lottery. There is no competitive online marketplace.
- ⛪ Retail In-person betting is available at four tribal casino sportsbooks, which — unlike the app — can take college wagers.
- ⚠ Offshore Offshore sites accept Oregon players but are not licensed, regulated or endorsed by the state, and players give up state consumer protections.
- ✗ No iGaming Real-money online casino games and online poker are not legal in Oregon, and there is no serious effort to change that.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Legal status | Legal online and retail since 2019 |
| Regulator | Oregon Lottery; Oregon State Police Gaming Enforcement Section |
| Only legal online sportsbook | DraftKings (operated for the Oregon Lottery) |
| Retail sportsbooks | Four tribal casino locations |
| Minimum betting age | 21 for DraftKings and retail; 18 for most daily fantasy |
| College betting | Banned online; allowed at tribal retail books |
| State population | About 4.2 million |
| State tax on betting revenue | 8 percent of gross gaming revenue |
| Winnings withholding | 8 percent state on net wins of $1,500 or more; 24 percent federal on net wins over $5,000 |
| 2025 statewide handle | About $926 million |
| Online casino and poker | Not legal in Oregon |
Yes. Sports betting is legal and live in Oregon both online and in person. Online wagering runs through a single state-licensed app, DraftKings, operated in partnership with the Oregon Lottery. In-person betting is available at a handful of tribal casino sportsbooks. The state launched retail betting in August 2019 and online betting in October 2019, making it one of the earliest states to act after the federal ban on sports betting fell in 2018. For a full state-by-state breakdown, see our guide to states with legal sports betting.
The defining feature of the Oregon market is that there is no competitive online marketplace. While states such as Arizona and New Jersey license a dozen or more competing apps, Oregon licenses exactly one. That structure shapes everything that follows, from the limited bonus offers to the ban on college betting through the app.
Oregon did not pass a new sports betting law to make any of this happen. The state was one of only four grandfathered under the federal Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992 (alongside Nevada, Delaware and Montana) because it already ran a sports lottery game. That game, Sports Action, gave the Oregon Lottery standing legal authority to offer sports betting, and that authority was never repealed. When the U.S. Supreme Court struck down PASPA in May 2018, the Lottery was able to relaunch betting using powers it already held rather than waiting on the Legislature. The authority traces to Article XV of the Oregon Constitution and the lottery statutes in ORS Chapter 461, with the operating rules set out in the Oregon Administrative Rules, Chapter 177.
Is Online Betting Legal in Oregon?
Yes, but only through DraftKings. To place an online wager you must be 21 or older and physically located inside Oregon, which the app confirms by geolocation. You do not have to be a state resident, and you can register, deposit and manage an account from outside the state; you simply cannot place a bet until you are within Oregon’s borders. There is no other legal online sportsbook.
Is Retail Betting Legal in Oregon?
Yes. Tribal casinos operating under Class III gaming compacts run retail sportsbooks. There are four active locations, all in the western half of the state. The key difference from the app is that tribal books are permitted to take college wagers, including on the Oregon Ducks and Oregon State Beavers. The minimum age in person is 21.
Are Offshore Sportsbooks Legal in Oregon?
No. Offshore sites accept Oregon players but operate from outside the United States under foreign licenses. They are not licensed, regulated or endorsed by Oregon or any U.S. authority. Oregon has not moved to prosecute individual bettors who use them, but that is not the same as the sites being legal or regulated, and players give up state consumer protections when they use them. The offshore section later on this page covers the specific operators and risks in detail.
Is Online Casino or Poker Legal in Oregon?
No. Real-money online casino games and online poker are not legal in Oregon, and there is no serious legislative effort to change that. Casino-style gaming is limited to tribal casinos. Some players use free-to-play sweepstakes casinos as a legal alternative.
Oregon Sports Betting Quick Facts
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| When did online betting launch? | October 2019 (as Scoreboard) |
| When did DraftKings take over? | Jan. 18, 2022 |
| How many legal online books? | One (DraftKings) |
| Can you bet on the Ducks or Beavers online? | No, only at tribal retail books |
| Is esports betting allowed? | Yes, approved by the Oregon Lottery |
| Can you bet on high school sports? | No |
| Is daily fantasy legal? | Yes, unregulated but available, 18 and up |
| Are prediction markets available? | Yes |
| Is horse race betting legal? | Yes, regulated by the Oregon Racing Commission |
Legal Online Sportsbooks in Oregon
The Legal AppOregon licenses one online sportsbook. Because there is no competitive market, the single state-regulated option is reviewed in depth below, followed by the full list.
DraftKings — Oregon’s Only Legal Online Sportsbook
DraftKings is the only legal online sportsbook in Oregon. It operates under contract with the Oregon Lottery, which means the state, not DraftKings, is technically the licensed operator and receives a share of net proceeds. DraftKings went live in Oregon on Jan. 18, 2022, replacing the Lottery’s previous app, Scoreboard.
The Oregon app is the same DraftKings product offered elsewhere, with one significant difference: it carries no college betting of any kind. Bettors can wager on professional and international markets, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, golf, tennis, soccer, UFC and esports, using moneylines, point spreads, totals, parlays, same-game parlays, teasers, round robins, futures, player props and live in-game betting. As part of winning the Oregon contract, DraftKings also stopped offering its paid daily fantasy contests in the state.
- GO Live in ORJan. 18, 2022
- RG RegulatorOregon Lottery
- AG Minimum age21
- CB College bettingNot offered
- DP Min deposit$5
The path to that launch is unusual. The Lottery ran Scoreboard from October 2019 using technology built by SBTech. DraftKings acquired SBTech in late 2019, and in August 2021 the Oregon Lottery Commission voted unanimously to move from the in-house Scoreboard brand to DraftKings proper. When DraftKings went live, former Scoreboard customers were given roughly six months to transfer balances or withdraw funds. DraftKings already held the same exclusive role in New Hampshire, so Oregon became its second single-operator state.
To bet, a player must be 21 or older and inside Oregon. The app verifies age and uses geolocation to confirm location before accepting a wager. Deposits start at $5 and can be made through online banking, Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay and the Play+ prepaid card. Because Oregon is a single-operator market, the welcome offer tends to be more modest than in competitive states, and DraftKings cannot be compared against rival apps on price within the state.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Launched in Oregon | Jan. 18, 2022 |
| Regulator | Oregon Lottery |
| Minimum age | 21 |
| College betting | Not offered |
| Live betting | Yes, professional sports |
| Platforms | iOS, Android, desktop web |
| Deposit methods | Online banking, Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Play+ |
| Minimum deposit | $5 |
| Location requirement | Must be physically inside Oregon |
List of All Legal Online Sportsbooks in Oregon
- DraftKings Sportsbook (operated for the Oregon Lottery)
DraftKings is the only legal, state-licensed online sportsbook in Oregon. No other online operator, including FanDuel, BetMGM or Caesars, is licensed to offer a statewide mobile sportsbook under current law. This is not a ranking with a single winner; it is the entire legal online market. The practical effect for bettors is that there is no line-shopping between competing apps, no promotional price wars and no alternative pricing, because there is only one book. The one nuance worth knowing is that BetMGM operates a mobile sportsbook that works only inside the footprint of Spirit Mountain Casino, tied to that tribal property rather than available statewide.
How the Oregon Lottery Runs Sports Betting
Single-Operator ModelUnderstanding Oregon’s market means understanding that the Oregon Lottery, not DraftKings, is the operator. The state runs a single-operator, lottery-controlled model that is unusual even among the handful of lottery states. Rather than license multiple commercial books and tax their revenue, Oregon treats sports betting as a Lottery product, the same legal category as Powerball, Keno or its roughly 10,800 video lottery terminals. DraftKings is a contracted technology and operations partner that runs the platform on the Lottery’s behalf and under its rules.
The arrangement began with controversy. The Lottery first partnered with a company called SBTech to build the Scoreboard app, which launched in October 2019. The terms of that contract became public only after a court battle, and they showed the state keeping a smaller share of revenue than advertised; in Scoreboard’s early months the Lottery actually lost money after paying SBTech and other vendors. DraftKings acquired SBTech in late 2019, and in August 2021 the Lottery Commission voted unanimously to drop the Scoreboard brand and move to DraftKings proper, which went live on Jan. 18, 2022. The switch improved the product and added features such as same-game parlays, and sports betting revenue jumped sharply, rising about 72 percent year over year in the first fiscal year under DraftKings.
Because the market runs through the Lottery, Oregon does not use a conventional commercial tax rate. Instead, DraftKings pays a negotiated revenue share to the Lottery. The state keeps roughly 51 percent of net revenue, the amount left after winning bets are paid and after DraftKings and other vendors take their cut. By state law (ORS 461.500), the Lottery must return at least 84 percent of total annual revenue to the public as prizes and public-benefit proceeds, at least 50 percent as prizes, and may spend no more than 16 percent on administration. The Oregon Constitution (Article XV) directs the remaining proceeds to public purposes such as education, economic development, state parks, veterans’ services and watershed and habitat protection, with a portion for problem-gambling treatment. Sports betting is still a small slice of total Lottery revenue, far behind video lottery, but it is the fastest-growing segment.
| How the model works | Detail |
|---|---|
| Operator | Oregon Lottery (DraftKings is the contracted platform partner) |
| Regulator | Oregon Lottery; Oregon State Police Gaming Enforcement |
| Revenue model | Revenue share, not a commercial tax rate |
| State share | About 51 percent of net revenue |
| Legal basis | Oregon Constitution Article XV; ORS Chapter 461; OAR Chapter 177 |
| Where the money goes | Education, economic development, parks, veterans, watersheds, problem gambling |
| First platform | SBTech-built Scoreboard, October 2019 |
| Current platform | DraftKings, since Jan. 18, 2022 |
Daily Fantasy, Social and Prediction Apps in Oregon
Beyond the BookBecause the online sportsbook market is closed to all but DraftKings, many Oregon players turn to daily fantasy sports, social sportsbooks and prediction markets for additional ways to play. These are not traditional sportsbooks and operate under different rules, but they are widely available in the state. Oregon has not passed a law specifically authorizing daily fantasy, and the state does not regulate these operators, so players should choose carefully.
| Type | Examples available in Oregon | Typical minimum age |
|---|---|---|
| Daily fantasy sports | Underdog, ParlayPlay, Betr Picks, Sleeper, DraftKings Pick6 | 18 and up (varies) |
| Social and sweepstakes sportsbooks | Fliff, Thrillzz, Rebet, Sportzino | 18 to 19 and up |
| Prediction markets | Kalshi, Polymarket, Novig, ProphetX | 18 and up (varies) |
Prediction markets such as Kalshi operate under federal commodities oversight rather than state gaming law, which is why they are accessible in Oregon even though they function differently from a sportsbook. Social sportsbooks use virtual or sweepstakes coins rather than direct cash wagers, and daily fantasy apps focus on player-stat contests rather than traditional odds.
Offshore Sportsbooks That Accept Oregon Players
Use With CautionThe sites in this section are not legal or regulated in Oregon. They are based outside the United States and hold licenses from foreign jurisdictions such as Costa Rica, Panama, Curacao or the Comoros, not from any U.S. or Oregon authority. They accept Oregon players because no federal law bars an individual from placing a bet with an offshore site, and Oregon has not pursued individual bettors. But “accepts Oregon players” is not the same as “legal and regulated in Oregon.” These books answer to their home regulator, not to the Oregon Lottery or the Oregon State Police, and that difference is the whole point of this section.
Important: these are NOT legal or regulated in Oregon. Offshore sportsbooks operate outside U.S. jurisdiction — they are not licensed, approved or regulated by Oregon or any U.S. authority. None of the consumer protections that come with the state-licensed DraftKings app apply, and there is no Oregon regulator to appeal to if something goes wrong. The fully protected way to bet online in Oregon is the licensed DraftKings app.
What “Offshore” Actually Means
An offshore sportsbook is a private company operating over the internet from a country with looser gambling rules and lower licensing costs. That structure lets these books do things the Oregon Lottery app cannot, which is why some bettors use them: they take college wagers, including on the Ducks and Beavers; they offer politics, entertainment and other novelty markets; they lean on cryptocurrency for fast deposits and payouts; and they run larger sign-up bonuses. None of that changes their legal status in Oregon, where they remain unlicensed and unregulated. Many bettors reach them from a phone, since these are mobile sports betting sites rather than app-store downloads.
Offshore Books That Accept Oregon Players
UnregulatedBovada — The Offshore Benchmark
Bovada is one of the longest-running offshore books serving U.S. players, with roots in the Bodog brand. It currently accepts Oregon players. Bovada is known for a wide market range, including college football and basketball, props, futures, politics and entertainment lines that the licensed Oregon app does not offer. Banking leans heavily on cryptocurrency, with Bitcoin withdrawals often processed within 24 to 48 hours, alongside some traditional methods. There is no downloadable Bovada app; betting is done through the mobile browser, and any “Bovada app” in an app store is not legitimate. As an offshore operator, Bovada does not issue tax forms, leaving reporting to the bettor, and it tends to keep early betting limits conservative.
- OR Accepts ORYes
- SI Operating Since2011
- BK BankingCrypto, some cards
- CB College bettingOffered
BetOnline — Early Lines and High Limits
BetOnline launched in 2001 and operates under a Panama license. It accepts Oregon players and is known for posting early lines, one of the deeper market menus among offshore books and broad banking that includes more than a dozen cryptocurrencies. It offers college betting, including markets on Oregon college teams, plus props, live betting and a poker room. BetOnline tends to appeal to bettors who shop lines or want higher limits. As with all offshore books, it is unregulated in Oregon and carries no state consumer protections.
- OR Accepts ORYes
- FD Founded2001
- LI LicensePanama
- BK BankingCrypto, traditional
MyBookie — Built for Recreational Bettors
MyBookie launched in 2014 and is licensed in Curacao. It accepts Oregon players and is built mainly for recreational bettors, with a clean interface, a wide market range, a racebook and a casino under one account. It offers college and political markets the licensed Oregon app does not. MyBookie relies heavily on cryptocurrency, with Bitcoin withdrawals typically processed within 24 to 48 hours, and it carries higher bonus rollover requirements than state-regulated books. There is no downloadable app; the site runs through the mobile browser. Like the others here, it is unregulated in Oregon.
- OR Accepts ORYes
- FD Founded2014
- LI LicenseCuracao
- CB College bettingOffered
BetUS — Large Welcome Bonuses
BetUS is one of the oldest offshore books serving the U.S., founded in 1994 and headquartered in Costa Rica under offshore licensing. It accepts Oregon players and is known for very large multi-part welcome bonuses, especially for cryptocurrency deposits, along with a full casino and racebook. BetUS offers college betting, including game lines and player props that the Oregon app cannot carry, plus politics and entertainment markets. It supports crypto, cards and other methods, with crypto the fastest payout route, typically 24 to 48 hours. As with every book here, the large bonuses come with rollover terms, and BetUS is unregulated in Oregon.
- OR Accepts ORYes
- FD Founded1994
- HQ HeadquartersCosta Rica
- CB College bettingOffered
SportsBetting.ag — Reduced-Juice Lines
SportsBetting.ag launched in 2003 and operates under a Panama license. It is a sister site to BetOnline, acquired by the same group in 2012, and shares much of BetOnline’s infrastructure, including its poker network. It accepts Oregon players and is known for fast crypto payouts, a deep market menu with college and esports betting, and reduced-juice lines on some markets. Live betting is responsive, though its live prop menu is a bit thinner than BetOnline’s or Bovada’s. It is crypto-friendly with same-day Bitcoin withdrawals on many requests. Like the others, it is offshore and unregulated in Oregon.
- OR Accepts ORYes
- FD Founded2003
- LI LicensePanama
- CB College bettingOffered
XBet — Simple and Fast
XBet launched in 2013 and is part of the same ownership group as MyBookie, which is why the two sites look and function similarly. It accepts Oregon players and is built for casual and mid-stakes bettors, with a clean interface, competitive odds, and a focus on speed and simplicity. XBet offers college betting and a refined live-betting product, plus a casino under the same account. It is crypto-friendly with low rollover requirements relative to some rivals and fast crypto payouts, usually within 24 to 48 hours. It is offshore and unregulated in Oregon.
- OR Accepts ORYes
- FD Founded2013
- HQ HeadquartersCosta Rica
- CB College bettingOffered
Everygame — Reliable and Minimal
Everygame is one of the longest-running names in online betting, with origins dating to the mid-1990s, and it operates under offshore licensing. It accepts Oregon players and is known for a clean, minimal interface, consistent odds across major leagues and a long operating history. It offers college betting and a broad sportsbook alongside a casino and poker room, with a range of deposit options including cryptocurrency and e-wallets. Everygame tends to appeal to bettors who value reliability and straightforward navigation over flashy design. As with the rest of this list, it is offshore and unregulated in Oregon.
- OR Accepts ORYes
- FD FoundedMid-1990s
- LI LicenseOffshore
- CB College bettingOffered
| Book | Founded | License base | Known for | Visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bovada | 2011 (Bodog roots) | Comoros | Benchmark, fast crypto payouts | Visit |
| BetOnline | 2001 | Panama | Early lines, deep markets, high limits | Visit |
| MyBookie | 2014 | Curacao | Recreational, promos, racebook + casino | Visit |
| BetUS | 1994 | Costa Rica / offshore | Large multi-part bonuses, casino + racebook | Visit |
| SportsBetting.ag | 2003 | Panama | BetOnline sister site; reduced-juice lines | Visit |
| XBet | 2013 | Costa Rica / offshore | Casual-friendly, low rollover, fast payouts | Visit |
| Everygame | Mid-1990s | Offshore | One of the oldest books; minimal interface | Visit |
Every book in this table is unlicensed and unregulated in Oregon. Availability and terms at offshore sites can change without notice, and players use them at their own risk.
The Risks of Offshore Betting
Using an unregulated book shifts real risk onto the player. The main concerns:
- No state recourse. If a bet is graded wrong, a withdrawal stalls, or an account is frozen or closed, there is no Oregon regulator to appeal to. Any dispute is handled internally by the operator on its own terms, and your practical leverage is limited.
- No deposit protection. Funds you hold with an offshore book are not protected by any Oregon framework. If the company fails or exits the U.S. market, recovering a balance can be difficult or impossible.
- Payment friction and caps. Card deposits are often declined by U.S. banks, which is why these sites push cryptocurrency. Withdrawals can be slow, capped per transaction or per week, and large wins may have to be paid out in increments.
- Limits on winning accounts. Offshore books routinely cut limits on bettors who win consistently or exploit bonuses, and bonus rollover requirements are typically higher than at regulated books.
- No responsible-gambling safety net. These sites are outside Oregon’s self-exclusion and problem-gambling programs, so the state’s tools and protections do not reach them.
- Tax reporting falls entirely on you. Offshore books do not issue W-2G forms, so all reporting of winnings is the bettor’s responsibility.
The reviews above are informational, included because readers ask about these specific books. Each one is offshore and unregulated in Oregon, and the safest, fully protected way to bet online in the state is the licensed DraftKings app.
Land-Based Sportsbooks in Oregon
Bet In PersonRetail sports betting takes place at tribal casinos operating under Class III gaming compacts with the state. The tribal-state compacts allow betting only on casino premises, not statewide online wagering. One real advantage of betting in person is that tribal books are permitted to take college wagers, including on the Ducks and Beavers, which the DraftKings app cannot. National operators have partnered with several tribes, so brands such as BetMGM and Caesars now appear at the counter. Anyone betting in person must be 21 or older. The four active locations are reviewed below, with hours included where available.
Chinook Winds Casino Resort (Lincoln City)
Chinook Winds, owned by the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, made history as the first sportsbook in Oregon, taking the state’s first legal retail wager on Aug. 27, 2019. The oceanfront resort pairs its Sports Wagering Lounge with a large casino floor, a hotel, golf and dining. As a tribal book it can offer college wagering, and it sits roughly 90 minutes from Portland.
Spirit Mountain Casino (Grand Ronde)
Spirit Mountain, run by the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, is about 60 miles southwest of Portland and one of the busiest casinos in the state. Its retail betting runs as the BetMGM Spirit Mountain Sportsbook, giving in-person bettors a recognizable national brand, and bettors on property can also use the BetMGM mobile app while inside the casino footprint.
The Mill Casino / Ko-Kwel Casino Resort (North Bend, Coos Bay area)
The Mill Casino in North Bend, owned by the Coquille Indian Tribe, offers retail betting on the southern Oregon coast. The tribe expanded its offering through a partnership with Caesars, which took its first wager in the area in May 2025. The property operates under the Ko-Kwel Casino Resort brand and is the main retail option for the Coos Bay region.
Three Rivers Casino Resort (Florence)
Three Rivers Casino Resort in Florence, owned by the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians, is the closest retail sportsbook for the Eugene area. It offers in-person wagering alongside a full casino, hotel and dining, and like the other tribal books it can take college wagers.
| Casino | City | Sportsbook brand | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinook Winds Casino Resort | Lincoln City | Sports Wagering Lounge | Mon-Thu 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri-Sun 8 a.m.-11 p.m. |
| Spirit Mountain Casino | Grand Ronde | BetMGM Spirit Mountain Sportsbook | Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun 8 a.m.-7 p.m. |
| Three Rivers Casino Resort | Florence | Sportsbook at Three Rivers Casino | Open 24 hours |
| The Mill Casino (Ko-Kwel) | North Bend | Caesars sportsbook kiosks | Open 24 hours |
Several other Oregon tribal casinos are permitted to add sportsbooks under their compacts and may do so in the future, including Wildhorse Resort and Casino in Pendleton, Seven Feathers Casino Resort in Canyonville, Kla-Mo-Ya Casino in Chiloquin and Indian Head Casino in Warm Springs. Hours and brand partnerships at retail locations can change, so confirm with the casino before traveling to bet.
History of Sports Betting in Oregon
The BackstoryOregon’s betting story is older than most of the country’s. Horse racing has been legal since the 1930s. There was no state lottery until 1984, when voters approved a constitutional amendment (Measure 4) creating the Oregon Lottery. A few years later the Lottery introduced Sports Action, a parlay-style game on NFL games that launched in 1989. The list briefly expanded to include NBA games, but the NBA objected, partly because of the Portland Trail Blazers, and the basketball portion was dropped after a single year.
That early game turned out to be pivotal. When the federal Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) banned sports betting across most of the country in 1992, the four states that already ran some form of betting were grandfathered in: Nevada, Delaware, Montana and Oregon. Sports Action let Oregon qualify. The game ran until 2007, when the Legislature passed HB 3466 to end it after pressure from the NCAA, which refused to hold championship events in states with sports betting. Crucially, the law authorizing the Lottery to run sports betting was never repealed.
That dormant authority is why Oregon did not need new legislation when the U.S. Supreme Court struck down PASPA in May 2018. The Lottery could relaunch betting using its existing legal powers. It partnered with SBTech to build the Scoreboard app, opened retail betting at Chinook Winds in August 2019 and launched Scoreboard online in October 2019. DraftKings acquired SBTech in 2019, the Lottery Commission voted to switch brands in 2021, and DraftKings Sportsbook went live in January 2022.
Oregon Sports Betting Timeline
- 1933: Pari-mutuel horse race betting becomes legal in Oregon.
- 1984: Voters approve Measure 4, creating the Oregon Lottery.
- 1989: The Lottery launches Sports Action, an NFL parlay game.
- 1992: PASPA bans sports betting nationally; Oregon is grandfathered in.
- 1997: Oregon begins allowing out-of-state wagers on horse and dog races.
- 2005–2007: HB 3466 passes; Sports Action ends in 2007 under NCAA pressure.
- May 2018: The U.S. Supreme Court overturns PASPA.
- Aug. 2019: Chinook Winds opens the first retail sportsbook.
- Oct. 2019: The Oregon Lottery launches the Scoreboard online app.
- Aug. 2021: The Lottery Commission votes to switch from Scoreboard to DraftKings.
- Jan. 18, 2022: DraftKings Sportsbook takes over as the lone online book.
- Feb. 2022: Senate Bill 1503, to allow online college betting, is introduced and later fails.
- May 2025: Caesars takes its first Oregon wager through the Coquille Tribe; the state passes $3 billion in all-time handle.
Oregon Sports Betting Laws and Official Resources
Statutes & LinksOregon’s betting authority is a combination of constitutional, statutory and administrative law. The Oregon Constitution (Article XV, Section 4) authorizes the state lottery. The statutes in ORS Chapter 461 govern the Oregon State Lottery and its operations, and the detailed operating rules for the sportsbook live in the Oregon Administrative Rules, Chapter 177. The Oregon Lottery administers and regulates the online sportsbook, while the Oregon State Police Gaming Enforcement Section handles broader gaming enforcement. The Lottery does not regulate the tribal casinos; those operate under tribal-state compacts. The links below point to the primary government sources.
- Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 461 (Oregon State Lottery)
- ORS 461.200 (Operation of lottery; Responsible Gambling Code of Practice)
- ORS 461.543 (Sports Lottery Account; distribution of revenues)
- ORS 461.820 (Promotion of responsible gambling)
- Oregon Administrative Rules, Chapter 177 (Oregon State Lottery)
- Oregon Lottery official sports betting page
- Oregon Lottery legal framework and how the Lottery operates
College Sports Betting in Oregon
Biggest RestrictionCollege betting is the single biggest restriction in Oregon. The DraftKings app offers no college wagering at all: no game lines, no totals, no player props, on any school in any state. Oregon and Maine are the only states among DraftKings’ markets that prohibit every category of college betting. The ban is generally tied to the fact that lottery proceeds help fund higher education, which the state has treated as a conflict of interest.
There are two ways to bet college sports in Oregon. The first is in person at a tribal casino sportsbook, where college wagering — including on the Ducks and Beavers — is allowed. The second route some bettors use is offshore sites, which are not legal or regulated in the state.
Lawmakers have tried to change the online ban: Senate Bill 1503 in 2022 would have authorized online college betting while barring wagers on individual college athletes, but it failed amid pushback that included opposition from tribes concerned about competition with their casinos.
Sports and Teams to Bet On in Oregon
Who to BetOregon is one of only a few states with a single team from the four major professional leagues, the NBA’s Portland Trail Blazers. That makes the local betting scene heavy on the Blazers, college sports and out-of-state pro teams that draw Oregon fans.
| Team | League | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail Blazers | NBA | The state’s only major pro franchise; play at Moda Center |
| Portland Timbers | MLS | Popular soccer market |
| Portland Thorns FC | NWSL | Women’s professional soccer |
| Oregon Ducks | NCAA | Online betting banned; retail only |
| Oregon State Beavers | NCAA | Online betting banned; retail only |
| Seattle Seahawks | NFL | Popular regional NFL team |
| Seattle Mariners | MLB | Popular regional MLB team |
Beyond local and regional teams, the DraftKings app offers full menus on the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, international soccer, golf, tennis, UFC and esports. Football and basketball drive the most action, with the Super Bowl and March Madness the biggest events of the year.
Types of Bets and Rules in Oregon
Markets & RulesThe DraftKings app supports the full range of standard wager types on professional sports. The most common are explained below.
| Bet type | What it is |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | A straight bet on which team or player wins |
| Point spread | A bet on the margin of victory, with a handicap applied |
| Totals (over/under) | A bet on whether combined scoring lands over or under a set number |
| Parlays | Multiple selections combined; all must win to pay |
| Same-game parlays | Multiple selections from one game combined |
| Teasers | Parlays with adjusted spreads or totals for a lower payout |
| Round robins | Several smaller parlays built from a larger group of picks |
| Futures | Long-term bets such as a champion or season award winner |
| Player and game props | Bets on specific events within a game (pro players only) |
| Live (in-game) betting | Wagers placed during a game with shifting odds |
Prohibited Bets, Rules and Regulations
Oregon’s rules differ depending on whether you bet on the DraftKings app or in person at a tribal casino. The app operates under Oregon Lottery rules in the Oregon Administrative Rules (Chapter 177); the tribal books operate under their compacts. The most important rules and restrictions are below.
| Rule or restriction | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 21 for the DraftKings app and tribal sportsbooks; 18 for most daily fantasy |
| Location | You must be physically inside Oregon to place an online bet; the app uses geolocation and blocks tribal lands for online wagers |
| Residency | Not required; visitors may bet if they are of age and in the state |
| College sports on the app | Banned entirely: no game lines, no totals, no props, on any school |
| College sports at tribal books | Allowed, including the Ducks and Beavers |
| Individual college athlete props | Prohibited |
| High school and youth sports | Prohibited everywhere |
| Politics, awards and cultural events | Not offered by the Lottery sportsbook; available only on federally regulated prediction markets |
| Esports | Allowed; approved by the Oregon Lottery |
| Bet and deposit limits | The Lottery may decline a wager above set thresholds; players can set personal deposit, bet and loss limits |
Bets You Cannot Place in Oregon
- Any college sports wager on the DraftKings app, in-state or out-of-state, including game lines, totals, parlays and props.
- Player props on individual college athletes, anywhere in the state.
- High school and youth sports, anywhere in the state.
- Politics, election outcomes, award shows and other non-sport novelty markets through the Lottery sportsbook (these exist only on separate prediction-market platforms).
One structural rule worth understanding: the Lottery sportsbook is legally a lottery game, so its menu is narrower than a commercial book’s by design. The DraftKings product in Oregon is the same app as in other states, but the Oregon version strips out the prohibited categories above to comply with state rules.
How to Bet on Sports in Oregon
Getting Started- Confirm you are 21 or older and physically inside Oregon.
- Download the DraftKings app or visit DraftKings.com, then register with your name, address, date of birth and the last four digits of your Social Security number.
- Verify your identity and enable location services so the app can confirm you are in the state.
- Make a deposit (minimum $5) using online banking, a debit or credit card, Apple Pay or Play+.
- Choose your market and bet type, review the odds, and place your wager.
- Withdraw winnings back to your funding source when ready.
How to Read the Odds
Oregon sportsbooks display American odds by default. Favorites carry a minus sign and underdogs a plus sign. A favorite at -110 means you would wager $110 to win $100. An underdog at +120 means a $100 wager would win $120. For example, if the Trail Blazers are -110 at home against a +120 opponent, a $100 bet on the underdog returns the larger profit, while a Blazers bettor risks $110 to win $100. The underdog carries more risk but a bigger potential payout. Most apps let you switch the display to decimal or fractional odds in the settings.
Mobile Betting in Oregon
Mobile is the heart of the Oregon market. The DraftKings app is available for iOS and Android, and desktop betting is available at DraftKings.com. You can register, deposit and manage your account from anywhere, but you can only place a bet while physically inside Oregon, which the app confirms by geolocation. Bettors at Spirit Mountain Casino can also use the BetMGM mobile app while on the property.
Live and In-Game Betting in Oregon
DraftKings offers live, in-game betting on professional sports, with odds that update in real time as play unfolds. Live markets include moneylines, spreads, totals, player props and same-game parlays, plus cash-out on many wagers. College games are not available live, the same as the rest of the app. Across mature U.S. markets, live betting now accounts for roughly half of all handle, so it is a core part of the experience. Tribal retail books also offer in-person live betting during games.
Bonuses, Banking & Payouts
Promos & PaymentsBecause Oregon is a single-operator market, there is far less promotional competition than in states with many apps. DraftKings runs a welcome offer for new Oregon customers along with recurring promotions, odds boosts and a rewards program (DraftKings Dynasty), but the headline bonuses tend to be smaller than in competitive states. Daily fantasy, social and prediction apps run their own sign-up offers. Promotional values and terms change frequently, so verify any current offer and its conditions directly with the operator before signing up. Compare current offers on our sportsbook bonuses page.
On DraftKings in Oregon, deposits and withdrawals can be made through online banking, Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay and the Play+ prepaid card. The minimum deposit is $5. Withdrawals typically take a few business days depending on the method. Offshore sites, by contrast, lean heavily on cryptocurrency, which is usually their fastest payout route, alongside some card options — see our guide to the fastest sportsbook payouts.
Oregon Sports Betting Revenue and Market Data
By the NumbersOregon’s single-operator model produces smaller numbers than competitive states, but the market has grown steadily. The state took its first online wager in October 2019, when Scoreboard reported about $5.6 million in handle in its debut month. Annual handle reached roughly $331.6 million in 2021, jumped about 50 percent to nearly $498 million in 2022 after DraftKings took over, and climbed to about $864.7 million in 2024 before reaching roughly $926 million in 2025. In June 2025, Oregon became the 23rd state to cross $3 billion in all-time handle.
Over its first several years the market has averaged a hold around 10.7 percent, with recent months running higher. Revenue goes to the State Lottery Fund, which supports public education, economic development, state parks, veterans’ services, watershed enhancement and problem-gambling treatment. Even so, sports betting is a small slice of total Lottery revenue; video lottery terminals generate many times more. Sports betting is, however, the Lottery’s fastest-growing segment, with net receipts rising about 19.8 percent in fiscal 2025 after a 35.9 percent jump the year before.
| Period | Handle | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 (partial) | About $45.3 million | Launch year |
| 2021 | About $331.6 million | Final full year on Scoreboard |
| 2022 | About $498 million | DraftKings takes over |
| 2024 | About $864.7 million | Strongest full year to that point |
| 2025 | About $926 million | Continued growth |
| All-time (through 2025) | Over $3 billion | 23rd state to reach the mark |
As a single-game snapshot, the 2026 Super Bowl drew about $8.4 million in Oregon wagers across more than 450,000 bets at an average stake of $18.30, generating roughly $1.3 million in state revenue.
Taxes on Oregon Sports Betting Winnings
Plan AheadSports betting winnings are taxable income at both the state and federal level, and bettors are responsible for reporting them. How the tax is collected depends on the size of the win and where you bet. On the licensed DraftKings app, the Oregon Lottery handles withholding automatically at the thresholds below. At offshore sites, nothing is withheld and no forms are issued, so the entire reporting burden falls on the player.
It helps to separate two different things people call “taxes.” The first is the tax on the operator’s revenue: because Oregon runs sports betting through the Lottery, the state does not levy a conventional commercial tax rate and instead keeps a revenue share of roughly 51 percent of net revenue, as described in the Lottery section above. The second is the tax on your winnings as a bettor, which is what the rules below address.
| Trigger | What happens |
|---|---|
| Net win of $1,500 or more | Oregon Lottery withholds 8 percent for state taxes |
| Net win over $5,000 | An additional 24 percent is withheld for federal taxes |
| Net win of $600 or more at 300x the wager | Generates a W-2G tax form |
| Net win over $5,000 | Generates a W-2G tax form |
| Offshore winnings | No withholding and no W-2G; the bettor reports everything |
A few practical notes. Withholding is not the same as your final tax bill; depending on your overall income, you may owe more or get some back when you file. All gambling winnings are technically reportable even when they fall below the withholding thresholds. And good record-keeping matters everywhere, but it matters most with offshore play, where no operator paperwork exists to back up your numbers. This is general information, not tax advice; for your specific situation, consult a tax professional.
Horse Racing and Other Gambling in Oregon
Beyond SportsPari-mutuel horse race betting is legal and regulated in Oregon, overseen by the Oregon Racing Commission rather than the Lottery. The state was an early adopter of out-of-state wagering, allowing it since 1997, and it permits simulcast, on-track and advance-deposit wagering. The minimum age is 18. Legal online racebooks available to Oregon residents include TVG and TwinSpires. Live racing takes place on a fair circuit and at venues such as Grants Pass Downs; the well-known Portland Meadows track closed in 2019. Off-track betting locations also operate around the state.
Oregon offers several other forms of legal gambling, along with some notable prohibitions.
| Option | Status in Oregon |
|---|---|
| Tribal casinos | Legal; eight tribes operate nine casinos under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act |
| Online casino and poker | Not legal; no active effort to legalize |
| Sweepstakes (social) casinos | Available as a free-to-play alternative |
| Daily fantasy sports | Available, unregulated, 18 and up |
| Prediction markets | Available under federal oversight |
| State lottery | Legal; tickets also available through online courier services |
| Charitable and social gaming | Legal |
Pros and Cons of the Oregon Market
Weighing It| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Legal online and retail betting, live since 2019 | Single-operator monopoly with no online competition |
| Statewide mobile betting through a trusted national app | No FanDuel, BetMGM or Caesars online |
| Daily fantasy, social and prediction apps widely available | No college betting on the app at all |
| Revenue funds state programs | Smaller bonuses than competitive states |
| Retail books can take college wagers | Only four retail locations, all in the western half of the state |
| Low 8 percent state tax on revenue | Age rules differ: 21 for sportsbook, 18 for daily fantasy |
The Future of Oregon Sports Betting
What’s NextTwo questions dominate Oregon’s outlook: whether college betting will ever be allowed online, and whether the state will open its market beyond a single operator. Senate Bill 1503 tried to authorize online college betting in 2022 and failed. A well-funded coalition called Sport Oregon, which includes names such as Nike and the Portland Trail Blazers, has approached the Legislature’s gambling committee to argue for a broader, more competitive market and has called the current model outdated. Tribal interests, which rely on casino revenue, have generally lobbied against expansion. For now the single-operator structure remains in place, with no firm timeline for change.
Responsible Gambling in Oregon
Stay SafeOregon directs a portion of lottery revenue to problem-gambling prevention and treatment, and help is available statewide and free. If betting has stopped being fun or feels hard to control, the resources below are confidential starting points.
Set firm limits on time and money before you start, and treat any wagering budget as entertainment spending you can afford to lose. The licensed DraftKings app includes responsible-gaming tools — deposit, wager and time limits, cool-off breaks and self-exclusion. If gambling stops being fun or starts causing strain, step back. Call or text 1-877-MY-LIMIT (1-877-695-4648) or the national 1-800-GAMBLER helpline, both confidential and available 24/7.
- Oregon Problem Gambling Resource (OPGR): call 1-877-MY-LIMIT (1-877-695-4648), available 24/7, with self-assessment tools, treatment options and support for families.
- Oregon Health Authority, Problem Gambling Services: the state’s prevention and treatment system.
- National Council on Problem Gambling: call 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-522-4700, available 24/7.
Self-Exclusion and Account Tools
Because DraftKings is the only mobile sportsbook partner of the Oregon Lottery, bettors can use the app’s responsible-gaming tools to set deposit, wager and time limits, take cool-off breaks, or self-exclude for up to five years. Oregon does not regulate the tribal casinos, so self-exclusion at those venues must be arranged with each casino individually. Because no single program covers every form of gambling in the state, blocking software such as Gamban or BetBlocker can help restrict access across legal, grey-market and illegal sites.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQIs sports betting legal in Oregon?
Yes. Online betting has been legal since 2019 through DraftKings, the state’s only licensed app, and in person at tribal casino sportsbooks.
Who regulates sports betting in Oregon?
The Oregon Lottery operates and regulates the online sportsbook. The Oregon State Police Gaming Enforcement Section handles gaming enforcement. Tribal casinos operate under separate tribal-state compacts.
Can I bet on college sports in Oregon?
Not on the DraftKings app, which offers no college betting. College wagering is available in person at tribal casinos.
Are offshore sportsbooks legal in Oregon?
No. Sites such as Bovada, BetOnline, MyBookie, BetUS, SportsBetting.ag, XBet and Everygame accept Oregon players but are not licensed or regulated by the state and offer no state consumer protections. The safest, fully regulated way to bet online in Oregon is the DraftKings app.
How old do I have to be to bet?
You must be 21 to use DraftKings or a tribal sportsbook. Most daily fantasy and some social apps allow play at 18.
Do I have to live in Oregon to bet?
No, but you must be physically inside Oregon when you place a bet. You can register and deposit from elsewhere; you simply cannot wager until you are within state lines.
Can I bet on esports in Oregon?
Yes. The Oregon Lottery has approved esports wagering.
Does Oregon tax betting winnings?
Yes. The Oregon Lottery withholds 8 percent on net wins of $1,500 or more, and 24 percent federal applies on net wins over $5,000.
When did online betting begin in Oregon?
The Oregon Lottery launched online betting in October 2019 as Scoreboard. DraftKings took over on Jan. 18, 2022.
Will more sportsbooks come to Oregon?
Possibly. A coalition including Nike and the Trail Blazers has pushed for a broader market, but tribal opposition and the current single-operator structure make near-term change uncertain.