A hiking daypack is a backpack that’s typically between 10 and 35 liters. They are smaller than backpacking bags and typically weigh under two pounds. Daypacks are typically used on short hikes during ...

We tested the best daypacks of 2025 with options for every budget. Top picks include Osprey, Cotopaxi, and more.

or a sturdy backpack Though we don’t recommend any backpacks as a personal item in our guide, we tried the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L, our favorite backpack for students. It turns out that ...