Daypacks
(176 products)- Sale Ends Jul 7REI Co-opTrail 25 Pack$69.89Save 30%compared to $99.95Gear Capacity:25 litersWeight:1.81 to 1.87 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
Raincover Included - Sale Ends Jul 7OspreyStratos 34 Pack - Men'sTop Rated$149.99Save 25%compared to $200.00Gear Capacity:34 litersWeight:3.15 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
Raincover Included - Sale Ends Jul 7REI Co-opTrail 40 Pack - Women'sTop Rated$104.29Save 30%compared to $149.00Gear Capacity:40 to 41 litersWeight:2.56 to 2.87 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
Raincover Included - OspreyDaylite PackTop Rated$65.00Gear Capacity:13 litersWeight:1.08 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- REI Co-opFlash 22 Pack$59.95Gear Capacity:22 litersWeight:0.88 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- Sale Ends Jul 7OspreyHikelite 26 PackTop Rated$86.19Save 25%compared to $115.00Gear Capacity:26 litersWeight:1.62 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
Raincover Included - Sale Ends Jul 7REI Co-opTrail 40 Pack - Men's$104.29Save 30%compared to $149.00Gear Capacity:40 to 41 litersWeight:2.75 to 3 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
Raincover Included - REI Co-opFlash 18 Pack$39.95Gear Capacity:18 litersWeight:0.59 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- REI Co-opFlash 22 Print Pack$39.93 - $59.95Gear Capacity:22 litersWeight:0.88 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- REI Co-opTarn 18 Pack - Kids'Top Rated$49.95Gear Capacity:18 litersWeight:1 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- Sale Ends Jul 7OspreySirrus 24 Pack - Women's$134.99Save 25%compared to $180.00Gear Capacity:24 litersWeight:2.73 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
Raincover Included - Sale Ends Jul 7OspreyStratos 24 Pack - Men's$134.99Save 25%compared to $180.00Gear Capacity:24 litersWeight:2.78 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
Raincover Included - Sale Ends Jul 7GregoryNano 18 H2O Hydration PackTop Rated$67.39Save 25%compared to $89.95Gear Capacity:18 litersLiquid Capacity:3 litersWeight:1.18 lbs
- REI Co-opFlash 18 Print Pack$25.93 - $39.95Gear Capacity:18 litersWeight:0.59 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- GregoryMaya 20 Pack - Women'sTop Rated$149.95Gear Capacity:20 litersWeight:1.9 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- OspreyTempest 9 Pack - Women's$104.73Save 25%compared to $140.00Members use code OUT4JUL25 for $20 off $100+ at REI OutletGear Capacity:7 litersWeight:1.24 lbsFeatures:Reservoir CompatibleREI OUTLET
- OspreyTalon 22 Pack - Men's$119.73Save 25%compared to $160.00Members use code OUT4JUL25 for $20 off $100+ at REI OutletGear Capacity:20 litersWeight:2.06 lbsFeatures:Reservoir CompatibleREI OUTLET
- Sale Ends Jul 7OspreySirrus 34 Pack - Women'sTop Rated$149.99Save 25%compared to $200.00Gear Capacity:34 litersWeight:3.04 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
Raincover Included - GregoryNano 22 H2O Hydration Pack - Plus Size$66.73Save 25%compared to $89.95Members use code OUT4JUL25 for $20 off $100+ at REI OutletGear Capacity:22 litersLiquid Capacity:3 litersWeight:1.24 lbsREI OUTLET
- REI Co-opTarn 12 Pack - Kids'Top Rated$39.95Gear Capacity:12 litersWeight:0.75 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- Sale Ends Jul 7DeuterSpeed Lite Pro 25 Pack - Men's$97.49Save 25%compared to $130.00Gear Capacity:25 litersWeight:1.04 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- Sale Ends Jul 7DeuterSpeed Lite 21 PackTop Rated$59.99Save 25%compared to $80.00Gear Capacity:21 litersWeight:1.04 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- OspreyTempest 20 Pack - Women's$119.73Save 25%compared to $160.00Members use code OUT4JUL25 for $20 off $100+ at REI OutletGear Capacity:18 to 20 litersWeight:2.04 to 2.21 lbsFeatures:Reservoir CompatibleREI OUTLET
- Sale Ends Jul 7DeuterSpeed Lite Pro 23 SL Pack - Women'sTop Rated$97.49Save 25%compared to $130.00Gear Capacity:23 litersWeight:1.05 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- OspreyTempest 22 Pack - Women's$160.00Gear Capacity:22 litersWeight:2.38 to 2.98 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- Sale Ends Jul 7DeuterSpeed Lite 17 PackTop Rated$52.49Save 25%compared to $70.00Gear Capacity:17 litersWeight:1.91 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- REI Co-opFlash 18 Pride Edition PackTop Rated$39.95Gear Capacity:18 litersWeight:0.59 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- OspreyTalon 22 Pack - Men's$160.00Gear Capacity:22 litersWeight:2.38 to 2.98 lbsFeatures:Reservoir Compatible
- OspreyManta 34 Hydration Pack - Men'sTop Rated$220.00Gear Capacity:34 litersLiquid Capacity:2.5 litersWeight:3.12 lbsFeatures:Hipbelt Pockets
Raincover Included - OspreyMira 22 Hydration Pack - Women'sTop Rated$200.00Gear Capacity:22 litersLiquid Capacity:2.5 litersWeight:2.88 lbsFeatures:Hipbelt Pockets
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Frequently asked questions about daypacks
Daypacks
Perhaps no outdoor gear has found greater utility than daypacks. We use them to carry everything from algebra books to zip-off pants.
REI has a huge assortment of daypacks; here are a few considerations to narrow your choices:
Intended use: Hikers have different needs than transit riders.
Capacity: Need to carry a few valuables or a day's worth of climbing gear?
Features: They can vary from tool loops to an internal frame to an included reservoir.
Fit: Bigger packs come in different sizes and have more adjustment options.
Intended Use
Packs designed for a particular activity are set up to carry the gear needed for that activity. Any pack with pockets, though, can carry a wide variety of stuff.
Gear Capacity
Daypack capacities vary widely. Even the term "daypack"; can be a misnomer when you choose one big enough for an overnight trip. Below are some rough guidelines about pack capacity:
11-20 liters: Light and small, with room for essentials, like a jacket, snacks and water.
21-35 liters: This is the sweet spot for most hiking and travel daypacks.
36-50 liters: Good for big, bulky items or for an overnight backpack with ultralight gear.
Daypack Features
These can include a range of things, like hipbelt pockets, organizer pockets (with slot pockets, zip mesh pockets or a key clip inside) and trekking pole tool loops. Other features might include:
Internal frame: A lightweight internal structure that helps support heavier loads. Larger packs that have one are also likely to have padding on shoulder straps, the hipbelt and the back panel.
Hydration reservoir: A few packs include one; others might have a sleeve for yours.
Mesh back panel: A special panel placed so that air can flow across your back.
Daypack Fit
Smaller daypacks come in one size. Sizing in larger packs is based on "torso length," which can be measured in an REI store. For details on how to do this at home, read our article about how to measure your torso and fit a pack.