The Best Budget, Mid-Priced, and Splurgy Backpacking Packs
A backpacking pack has one seemingly simple job: carry everything you need without making you feel miserable. But when it comes down to it, that task is surprisingly complicated. The right pack can make a 15-mile day feel manageable; the wr…
A backpacking pack has one seemingly simple job: carry everything you need without making you feel miserable. But when it comes down to it, that task is surprisingly complicated. The right pack can make a 15-mile day feel manageable; the wrong one can leave you counting down every step to camp.
Luckily, today’s backpacking packs are lighter, more adjustable, and more comfortable under a load, with thoughtful storage systems that keep essentials close. After months of testing on trails across the world, we found the best models for a variety of budgets, from $230 to $420.
Best Backpacking Packs: At a Glance
- Budget: Pingora Outro 55 ($230)
- Mid-Range: Gregory Paragon 60/Maven 58 ($300)
- Splurge: Deuter Aircontact Pro 75+10 ($420) (Sold out—shop similar at REI)
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