We drove up to the Woods Lake Recreation Area in the Eldorado National Forest to hike the Round Top Lake Loop, with side trips to each lake it was 5.6 miles with 1,200 ft gain. We only saw one other hiker on the trail this morning and had all three lakes to ourselves.
When we reached the loop trail about 0.1 mile from the parking area, we opted to go counterclockwise on the loop. The trail starts in the woods.
As the trail gains in elevation, we had segments of the trail out in the open. Here a view of Red Lake Peak to the north.
Lots of rocky peaks and large boulders
We saw some fall colors along the trail.
More large boulders, 
and views along the trail.
Black Butte
remains of a very old car
After entering the Mokelumne Wilderness,
we soon had views of The Sisters.
Getting closer to The Sisters
View to the west with a distant Caples Lake,
zoom looking towards Caples Lake
Round Top Lake at the base of The Sisters
The Sisters reflecting in Round Top LakeHeading up to our high point on the trail of 9,400 ft, The Sisters and Round Top Lake behind us.
Winnemucca Lake to the east below
Lovely boulder!
Hiking below Round Top
Getting closer to Winnemucca Lake
View to the north as we near the lake
Pano along Winnemucca Lake
A quiet spot along the shore of Winnemucca Lake for our lunch break.
Views as we continue along the loop and down the trail.
Leaving the Mokelumne Wilderness, Round Top behind us.
Tall pine trees
Arrastra site along the trail
A beautiful trail among the rocks!
Small pond along the side trail to Woods Lake
First glimpse of Woods Lake
pano of Wood Lakewe saw a few wildflowers up in the meadows this morning:
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