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Round Top Peak
Round Top Peak is the highest point in Amador county. The trail head can start from either Woods Lake (half way between Kirkwood and Carson Pass) or from the Carson Pass ranger station. The Carson Pass trail is longer, but has less elevation gain during the initial part of the hike. Proceed to Round Top lake (at the base of the mountain), then follow the trail up the mountain (it is on the left side of the lake, but not well marked). As you approach the top, watch your footing, as the trail is mostly shale rock and can be slippery.
A short video of two old guys reaching the top of the mountain. Play Video
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Carson Pass to Round Top Peak |
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Near Carson Pass Trail Head - Round Top Peak with The Sisters on the right |
Approaching Round Top Peak |
At the bottom looking up |
Dress warm the wind is cold |
Part way up - Round Top Lake and Chaples Lake in the background
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Looking up at an ice field |
Looking down at the ice field |
View from the top |
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e of the mountain (at Round Top Lake), then follow the trail up the peak which is on the left side of the lake
