Day Packs

Our premium hiking backpacks are designed for efficient carrying, streamlined organisation and reliable performance on technical day hikes, daily commutes and fast-paced adventures. Lightweight and versatile, these weather-resistant packs protect your essentials from changing conditions while providing comfortable support throughout the day.

Discover Essential Arc'teryx Hiking Backpacks

A high-performance hiking backpack is an essential part of any outdoor kit, balancing rugged durability with the mobility needed for mountain missions, trail exploration and everyday movement. Arc'teryx hiking backpacks are designed to keep your equipment organised and accessible without adding unnecessary bulk.

Durable Hiking Backpacks for Changing Conditions

Built for rugged environments and unpredictable weather, our hiking backpacks use durable, high-performance fabrics and weather-resistant finishes to help protect your gear. Lightweight construction provides the abrasion resistance needed for demanding trails while remaining practical for everyday use.

Smart Organisation in a Backpack for Hiking

Designed to keep essential gear organised and accessible, Arc'teryx backpacks for hiking feature practical storage solutions for life on and off the trail. Depending on the design, features can include laptop compartments, secure internal pockets, elasticised side pockets for hydration and external attachment points for trekking poles or additional gear.

Comfortable Hiking Backpacks for All-Day Adventures

Effective load management helps improve comfort when carrying gear over changing terrain. Our hiking backpacks feature structured back panels and ergonomic shoulder straps designed to distribute weight evenly, helping reduce pressure points and maintain airflow during demanding hikes or warm-weather outings.

Streamlined Hiking Backpacks for Active Movement

Arc'teryx hiking backpacks are designed with streamlined, low-profile shapes that stay close to the body without restricting movement. Articulated designs support a natural range of motion while reducing unnecessary bulk, making them suitable for technical trails as well as everyday environments.

How to Pack a Backpack for Hiking

Packing your backpack for hiking strategically can improve balance, comfort and access to essential gear throughout your journey. Keep heavier items close to your back and organise frequently used equipment where it can be reached quickly.

Heavy core items: Position heavier gear, such as hydration reservoirs, extra layers or footwear, close to the back panel to maintain balance and stability.

Lightweight layers: Store packable shells, technical mid-layers and rain jackets near the top of your hiking backpack or in accessible stash pockets for quick access when conditions change.

Quick-access essentials: Use external or top-access pockets for smaller items such as sunglasses, snacks, a headlamp and other trail essentials.

Valuables and electronics: Keep keys, wallets and electronic devices in secure internal compartments to help keep them organised and protected.