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From the RMEF Lands FAQ page:

Q: CAN THE PUBLIC RECREATE AND HUNT ON LANDS ACQUIRED BY THE ELK FOUNDATION?
A: In general, lands the Elk Foundation acquires are open to the public until they are conveyed to a public agency or other entity. After that, as with the case of a public agency, these lands often remain open for public access. The Elk Foundation supports recreational uses that are compatible with maintaining high-quality habitat and healthy wildlife populations. Although sometimes restricted to non-motorized use, access includes such activities as hunting, fishing, hiking, horseback riding and photography. There are exceptions: based on wildlife populations, some states may limit hunting or not even hold a season.

Q: AFTER THE ELK FOUNDATION TRANSFERS OWNERSHIP TO THE USFS DOES IT MAINTAIN THE RIGHT TO PLAY A ROLE IN DETERMINING THE MANAGEMENT POLICIES ON THAT LAND?
A: Generally yes, when the Elk Foundation transfers ownership of a land parcel to the USFS it does so with the belief and trust that the parcel will be managed with an emphasis for wildlife. After the USFS assumes ownership of a land parcel, the Elk Foundation theoretically has only as much leverage as any other member of the general public in determining management policies. However, given the history and strength of our long-standing partnership with the USFS, we will provide valuable input into management decisions whenever possible.

The Elk Foundation also has the opportunity to influence management policies through the NEPA process. The Elk Foundation may submit comments on proposed management policies on specific parcels, and we fully intend to continue to take an active role in that process whenever possible.