Eagles Nest Wilderness, Wilderness area in White River National Forest, Colorado, US.

Eagles Nest Wilderness is a 135,114-acre U.S. Wilderness Area in the southern Gore Range, within White River National Forest in Summit and Eagle Counties, Colorado. Its two highest peaks are Mount Powell at 13,586 feet and Eagles Nest at 13,419 feet. The photograph shows a deep V-shaped valley between forested slopes, with a rocky dirt trail crossing dry grass and shrubs in the foreground.

The Eagles Nest Wilderness was established in 1976, protecting 135,114 acres of the southern Gore Range in Summit and Eagle Counties with 180 miles of trails. The range takes its name from Sir George Gore, whose 1854–55 hunting expedition with guide Jim Bridger crossed these mountains. Later, miners drawn by gold and silver left tailings and shallow diggings, including the Boss Mine ruins along the Rock Creek Trail.

The Gore Range Trail extends 45 miles through the wilderness, connecting multiple communities and offering visitors opportunities to experience Colorado's mountain environment.

Entry points near Vail, Silverthorne, and Frisco offer year-round access to the area for hiking and camping. Visitors should prepare for changing weather, particularly at higher elevations.

The area holds numerous mountain lakes like Willow Lakes and Surprise Lake, reachable through an extensive trail network. These many lakes form one of the main attractions for hikers and offer spots to observe local wildlife.