Women's Backpacks

Wondering why we offer women-specific backpack styles of our classics like the Recon, Borealis, Surge, and Jester?  The reason is so that you can find backpacks that better fit a woman's anatomy.  Our women's packs feature a shorter torso height, narrower shoulder area, and a FlexVent™ suspension system that has been certified by the American Chiropractic Association.  

In hiking packs, a women-specific style may include sternum straps and hip belts that are adjustable to better fit curves and distribute weight more efficiently.  

The end result of these design differences should be less chafing, digging, and awkward shifting.

Of course, if you find that you prefer a unisex or men's style, choose what you find fits best.  At the end of the day, comfort and fit are most important whether you find yourself on the trail, on campus, or on your way to work.

While our women's backpacks may be designed slightly differently than our men's, they do not compromise on features.  You'll still find all of the same organization, durability, and versatility that you've come to expect from all of The North Face backpacks.  Our Women's Borealis, for example, has the large main compartment perfect for books and binders as well as a fleece-lined pocket for your phone or keys.  There are also two water bottle pockets, making this a great school backpack.

The Jester is one of our most popular women’s backpacks. What makes it so great? Well, it stands on its own. If you haven’t had a bag that’s self-supporting, you’ll never be the same once you try it.  But the Jester has much more to it. The color selections are simple and sleek. This adventurous backpack for women is just as comfortable on the trail as it is commuting to the office or heading to class. It’s water-repellent, back-friendly, and equipped with a spacious main compartment and handy laptop sleeve. 

Think about how you are going to use a backpack.  Will it be primarily for school or travel?  Do you want something that can take you from campus to the trail?  Do you need something small as an everyday alternative to a purse?

Pay attention to size and match the backpack size to how you plan to use it.

• Everyday Purse Alternative:  Shop our mini backpacks and slings

• Elementary School or Middle School:  15-25 liters

• High School, college, laptops, commuting:  25-35 liters

• Hiking, Backpacking:  over 40 liters

A perfect backpack for women has to be comfortable, tough, and stylish, just like you. Whether we’re talking about school backpacks, rolling luggage, or bags for through-hiking, The North Face is ready to equip you.

Here’s one you’ll love, our Women’s Never Stop Daypack. Available in a luscious Latte brown, you’ll be in awe of its unique style. With a luggage pass-through and laptop sleeve, it’s got business travel and weekend getaway written all over it. The Never Stop Daypack’s straps are fitted just for women’s shoulders, and soft satin webbing gives it a different texture. 

Shopping for more than just women’s backpacks? Shop comfortable and stylish apparel from The North Face for quality outdoor clothing. You’ll love our women’s leggings and active tops, along with a wide selection of versatile outerwear. Our travel accessories are also durable, great-looking, and useful. We have what you need for all your adventures, from the plane to the office to the hiking trail.  

• Women's Climbing

• Women's Hiking

• Print Backpacks

• Gym Wear

• Women's Hiking Boots