Haystack Lake

Haystack Lake is one of our favorite hikes.  There is not a lot of elevation gain, so it is a nice second hike for the weekend.  The lakes are gorgeous.  The trail starts out at the Washington Lake Group Campground and winds its way along Washington Lake, Tail Lake, Shadow Lake, and finally, to Haystack Lake.  Most books say this hike is 4 miles, but it is more like 5 miles.

Trailhead Elevation:  9,920 feet
Highest Elevation:  10,092 feet
Total Elevation Gain:  558
Total Distance:  5.23 miles
Total Time:  2.5 hours