Byers Peak Wilderness, National wilderness area in Grand County, Colorado

Byers Peak Wilderness is an 8,913-acre U.S. Wilderness Area in Arapaho National Forest, north central Colorado. It contains two glacial lakes, two peaks over 12,500 feet (3,800 m), and 23 miles (37 km) of trails. The wilderness is named after its highest point, Byers Peak.

The United States Congress designated this forest section as a protected wilderness area in 1993, safeguarding its natural features from development. This designation was part of broader efforts to protect the alpine and subalpine landscapes of the region.

The wilderness and its highest summit are named after William N. Byers, founder of Colorado's first newspaper, the Rocky Mountain News, and the first mayor of Hot Sulphur Springs. His name ties the protected area to the early settlement of the region.

The area is accessed via several trails with varying difficulty levels, leading through different elevation zones. Visitors should prepare for changing weather conditions and bring appropriate gear for mountain heights.

The area harbors wildlife adapted to extreme elevations, such as marmots and ptarmigan, which have adapted to the harsh conditions of the highest ridges. These species are especially visible in the uppermost sections.