Recommended Travel Backpacks for Your Next Adventure

Daypack (15 to 25 liters)

Daypack: short hikes, tours, a day in nature. Light, with a water compartment and a chest pocket.

Medium bag (30 to 45 liters)

A 35 to 40 liter bag: 2 to 3 days, carry-on, a long weekend. The versatile size.

Large bag (50 to 65 liters)

A week or more, treks, a tent and gear. A support frame and a padded hip belt, with top and bottom openings.

Before buying

Try it with weight inside. Check for padded straps, chest and hip straps and a durable material, and read reviews.