The 10 Best Backpacks for Hiking

6. Columbia Trail Pursuit 40L

The Columbia Trail Pursuit 40L is adaptable to any situation. It has the ability to carry essential items for day hikes, overnight packing and gear-intensive adventures. It has storage for skis, ice tools, a sleeping bags, a small tent and much more. If you want to go smaller, you can always clinch down the four side compression straps that makes the backpack perfect for smaller hikes.