Evil Backwards Climbing

Last Updated: Aug, 2026
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Guide moderated by Jamie Emerson

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Evil Backwards is home to some of the best bouldering at Lincoln Lake. There area number of world class test pieces here, as well as classic problems of more moderate grades. This is one of the easiest areas to navigate at Lincoln Lake once the approach is complete, making it a popular spot to spend a day. The problems here are difficult, and the approach follows a very faint trail down the insanely steep hill side that forms the eastern boundary of the area.

From the apex of the north parking lot, walk straight downhill for 70 yards before angling back to the right... Show more
This digital Evil Backwards climbing guidebook gives you GPS navigation, verified topos, and beta for hundreds of climbs. Explore classics and hidden gems with offline access to maps, directions, and beta videos. Whether it's your first visit or fiftieth, KAYA makes your Evil Backwards days smoother, safer, and more dialed. Evil Backwards is home to some of the best bouldering at Lincoln Lake. There area number of world class test pieces here, as well as classic problems of more moderate grades. This is one of the easiest areas to navigate at Lincoln Lake once the approach is complete, making it a popular spot to spend a day. The problems here are difficult, and the approach follows a very faint trail down the insanely steep hill side that forms the eastern boundary of the area. From the apex of the north parking lot, walk straight downhill for 70 yards before angling back to the right, and diving steeply downhill towards Lincoln Lake. There is a faint climbers trail here but it can be hard to follow in places. Continue angling across the hillside, following the path of least resistance. The Evil Backwards cave faces away from Lincoln Lake.

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Recent Ascents in Evil Backwards

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Rebellion v9
Felt 9/10! Very fun, many stars
★ 5(v9, Solid)
Three Days Ago
COLIN DOWNER-CARLSON
@cptzizu
Honey Badger v11
8 sessions had to step away at 5 and got it in 3 coming back
★ 4(v11, Solid)
8.21.2026
CODY SNOW
@cody.climbs
Honey Badger v11
Last hard move had my number
★ 3(v11, Solid)
8.18.2026
NICKOLAS GAGLIARDI
@Gagliardi
DG Prow v10
Topped while it was starting to pour. Made it more exciting. For 5’8, maybe soft V8?
★ 3(v8, Soft)
8.15.2026
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