Photos: Elk, calves graze north of Durango

Cow elk and their calves graze Tuesday in a field before disappearing into nearby trees north of the Needles area. Hot and sunny weather is forecast for the rest of the week in Durango. Highs will be in the upper 80s with abundant sunshine, according to the National Weather Service.

Cow elk and their calves graze Tuesday in a field before disappearing into the trees north of the Needles area.