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Women's Recon
An icon reimagined, the Women’s Recon excels as a daypack with its women-specific suspension, large mesh storage pocket and daisy-chain attachment points.
  • Webbing daisy chain offers lash points
  • U-pull zippers are easy to grab
  • Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
  • Bottom compression
  • Stand-up design
  • External, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
  • External stretch-mesh pocket
  • Large main compartment for books and binders
  • Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
  • Sternum strap with whistle buckle
  • Comfortable, padded top handle
  • Two side compression webbing straps
  • The updated, women-specific FlexVent™ suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, has articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, comfortable stitch lines and soft-touch chemise fabric
  • Two external water bottle pockets that can also be used to stash items like your phone or keys.
  • Removable waist belt
  • The updated, women-specific FlexVentâ„¢ suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, has articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, comfortable stitch lines and soft-touch chemise fabric
Women's Recon
New Arrivals
Borealis
$99.00
It’s our classic Borealis reimagined with more bungee storage options and simplified internal organization.
  • U-pull zippers are easy to grab
  • Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
  • Side bungee cords allow for more compression
  • Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
  • Stand-up design
  • External, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
  • External bungee-compression system with clips offers more options for organization
  • Large main compartment for books and binders
  • Bottom compression
  • Comfortable, padded top handle
  • Sternum strap with whistle buckle
  • The updated FlexVent™ suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, has articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, comfortable stitch lines and soft-touch chemise fabric
  • Removable waist belt
  • Two external water bottle pockets that can also be used to stash items like your phone or keys.
  • 360-degree reflectivity
Borealis
New Arrivals
Youth Recon Squash Backpack
Whether their path leads to the classroom or to the summit, the Youth Recon Squash has the durability, storage and comfort they need.
  • Two external mesh water bottle pockets can double as treasure keepers
  • Comfortable stitched-foam back panel
  • Breakaway sternum strap designed specifically for kids
  • Reflective bike-light loop
  • External, secure-zip pocket keeps gadgets and trinkets safe and protected
  • Main compartment is big enough for all their school needs such as books, homework and lunch bags
  • Has an internal name label so they’ll never lose their bag
  • Water Resistant
Youth Recon Squash Backpack
New Arrivals
Surge
$129.00
With three large, easy-to-access, zippered pockets on the front, the Surge offers plenty of organization.
  • Webbing daisy chain offers lash points
  • Bottom compression
  • Stand-up design
  • Two external, J-zip pockets, one lined with fleece
  • Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
  • External, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
  • Large main compartment for books and binders
  • Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
  • Comfortable, padded top handle
  • Sternum strap with whistle buckle
  • The updated FlexVent™ suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, has articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, comfortable stitch lines and soft-touch chemise fabric
  • Two external water bottle pockets that can also be used to stash items like your phone or keys.
  • Removable waist belt
  • The updated Flex suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, has articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, comfortable stitch lines and soft-touch chemise fabric
Surge
New Arrivals
Women's Borealis
It’s our classic Borealis reimagined with a women-specific suspension, more bungee storage options and simplified internal organization.
  • U-pull zippers are easy to grab
  • Side bungee cords allow for more compression
  • Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
  • Bottom compression
  • Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
  • External, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
  • External bungee-compression system with clips offers more options for organization
  • Large main compartment for books and binders
  • Stand-up design
  • Comfortable, padded top handle
  • Sternum strap with whistle buckle
  • Two external water bottle pockets that can also be used to stash items like your phone or keys.
  • The updated, women-specific FlexVent™ suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, has articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, comfortable stitch lines and soft-touch chemise fabric
  • Removable waist belt
  • 360-degree reflectivity
Women's Borealis
New Arrivals
Recon
$99.00
An icon reimagined, the Recon excels as a daypack with its large mesh storage pocket and daisy-chain attachment points.
  • U-pull zippers are easy to grab
  • Webbing daisy chain offers lash points
  • Stand-up design
  • Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
  • Large main compartment for books and binders
  • External, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
  • External stretch-mesh pocket
  • Bottom compression
  • Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
  • The updated Flex suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, has articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, comfortable stitch lines and soft-touch chemise fabric
  • Two side compression webbing straps
  • Removable waist belt
  • Comfortable, padded top handle
  • Sternum strap with whistle buckle
  • The updated FlexVent™ suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, has articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, comfortable stitch lines and soft-touch chemise fabric
  • Two external water bottle pockets that can also be used to stash items like your phone or keys.
Recon
New Arrivals
Borealis Mini Backpack
The Borealis Mini Backpack will carry a small load and still has the iconic front bungee system of its bigger sibling.
  • Internal pocket for organization
  • External bungee-compression system offers more options for organization
  • U-pull zippers are easy to grab
  • Comfortable, padded top handle
  • Two durable, external water bottle pockets can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side
  • Water Resistant
Borealis Mini Backpack
Women's Surge
With a women-specific suspension and three large, easy-to-access, zippered pockets on the front, the Women’s Surge offers plenty of organization.
  • Webbing daisy chain offers lash points
  • Bottom compression
  • Front compartment has internal organization with secure-zip pockets and a padded tablet sleeve
  • Stand-up design
  • External, fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses, phone or keys
  • Two external, J-zip pockets, one lined with fleece
  • Dedicated, highly protective laptop compartment
  • Large main compartment for books and binders
  • The updated, women-specific FlexVent™ suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, has articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, comfortable stitch lines and soft-touch chemise fabric
  • Two external water bottle pockets that can also be used to stash items like your phone or keys.
  • Removable waist belt
  • Comfortable, padded top handle
  • Sternum strap with whistle buckle
  • The updated, women-specific FlexVentâ„¢ suspension system, certified by the American Chiropractic Association, has articulated shoulder straps, a rounded back panel, comfortable stitch lines and soft-touch chemise fabric
Women's Surge
New Arrivals
Kids' Sprout Backpack
Designed for kids, this pack has youth-specific shoulder straps and a hook-and-loop sternum strap.
  • 10-liter capacity
  • External zippered pocket for smaller trinkets and treasures
  • Reflective bike-light loop
  • Mesh water bottle pockets can double as treasure keepers
  • Main compartment sized just right for your little ones
  • Lifetime warranty
  • Breakaway sternum straps designed specifically for kids
  • Comfortable, stitched-foam back panel
  • Internal name label so they’ll never lose their bag
  • Designed for kids age two to four, this small pack has youth-specific shoulder straps and a Velcro® sternum strap
Kids' Sprout Backpack
New Arrivals
Commuter Pack Roll Top
This pack for commuting in the city has plenty of space for your valuables, and the roll-top opening makes it easy to compress.
  • Roll-top functionality provides additional security
  • Side compression
  • Easy-to-access, zippered front pockets
  • Reflective logo and details
  • 15" laptop pocket
  • Expandable water bottle pocket
  • Front webbing holds bike U-lock
Commuter Pack Roll Top
New Arrivals
Women's Never Stop Tote
Multiple carrying options mean this tote will carefully transport your essentials in style and comfort.
  • Women-specific shoulder straps and back panel
  • Two expandable water bottle pockets
  • Durable, coated, abrasion-resistant boot
  • Modular carry system has an internal, detachable pouch
  • 15" laptop sleeve
  • Water Resistant
Women's Never Stop Tote
Best Sellers
Commuter Pack—S
With elevated fabric and plenty of storage, this daypack is perfect for your on-the-go lifestyle.
  • Laptop sleeve with water-resistant TPU zipper
  • Easy-to-access, zippered side and front pockets
  • Front webbing holds a bike U-lock
  • 15" laptop pocket includes multiple accordion-style pockets for holding files and your laptop
  • Water bottle pocket
  • Two side compression straps
  • Internal mesh pockets with dividers for organization
  • Reflective logo and details for enhanced visibility while you’re commuting
  • Zippered side pocket has additional internal organization
  • Water Resistant
Commuter Pack—S
Best Sellers
Women’s Jester
Our classic Women’s Jester pack has a padded laptop sleeve and simplified organization, and it can stand up completely unsupported. It’s also endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association.
  • Updated, stylish front bungee system for additional storage
  • Two external water bottle pockets
  • Huge main compartment holds all the books and binders needed for a day on campus
  • Our women-specific FlexVent™ suspension system features a flexible yoke built from molded shoulder straps; A padded back panel; and a lumbar panel.
  • Sternum strap
  • Two webbing top handles allow for both a convenient opening experience as well as a perfectly balanced carry when the pack is by your side
  • 360-degree reflectivity enhances visibility while you're commuting
  • Pack stands on its own for easy loading and unloading of essentials
  • Updated front compartment simplifies organization for the user while maintaining essential features for storage such as secure-zip pockets, a tablet sleeve and a key fob
  • Padded laptop sleeve protects laptop from bumps and falls
Women’s Jester
Kaban 2.0
$149.00
No matter how you get to work, the sleek Kaban 2.0 will carry your gear in comfort and style.
  • 15" laptop pocket
  • Spacious main compartment
  • Two water bottle pockets
  • Two internal, zippered mesh pockets with organization
  • Small zippered pocket on top of pack holds essentials
  • Concealed external pocket is easy to access
  • Side grab handle for a duffel-style carry
  • Reflective logo and details for enhanced visibility while you’re commuting
  • Light water resistance
  • Slide-through luggage-handle opening easily slips over the handle of a rolling bag
  • Zipper extends the length of the pack so you can easily access clothes, books and other travel items
  • Water Resistant
Kaban 2.0
Best Sellers
Jester
$69.00
Our classic Jester pack has a padded laptop sleeve and simplified organization, and it can stand up completely unsupported. It’s also endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association.
  • Front compartment simplifies organization for the modern user while maintaining essential features for storage such as secure-zip pockets, a tablet sleeve and a key fob
  • Sternum strap
  • 360-degree reflectivity enhances visibility while you’re commuting
  • Our FlexVent™ suspension system features a flexible yoke built from custom injection-molded shoulder straps; an unbelievably comfortable, padded back panel; and a highly breathable lumbar panel, all certified by the American Chiropractic Association
  • Padded laptop sleeve protects laptop from bumps and falls
  • Women-specific version available
  • Huge main compartment holds all the books and binders needed for a day on campus
  • Two external water bottle pockets
  • Two webbing top handles allow for both a convenient opening experience and a perfectly balanced carry when the pack is by your side
  • Pack stands on its own for easy loading and unloading of essentials
Jester
Recycled
Tote Pack
The Tote Pack is a smartly designed on-campus carry-all. Fully featured and offering easy access, this daypack is made for trips to class and the adventures that come afterwards.
  • Leather patch
  • Two webbing tote handles with a snap closure allow for a multitude of carrying options
  • Bike-light loop
  • Panel-loading, zippered main compartment gives you easy access to your belongings
  • A padded back panel and shoulder straps set the standard for a comfortable carry
  • Novelty fabrics and a heritage woven label
  • Laptop sleeve inside main compartment
  • External, concealed, secure-zip pocket keeps valuables safe
Tote Pack
New Arrivals
Borealis Tote
Carry your essentials and more in the super-functional tote version of our iconic Borealis backpack. Bungee compression will help keep your valuables secure.
  • U-pull zippers are easy to grab
  • Stand-up design
  • Padded laptop/tablet pocket
  • Can be carried at the shoulder or as a backpack
  • Bungee compression on front and sides of tote
  • Internal organization pocket
  • Internal, secure-zip pocket
  • External, secure-zip pocket
  • Two durable, external water bottle pockets can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side
Borealis Tote
Women's Never Stop Utility Backpack
This backpack has external storage options, including a dedicated pocket for shoes, plus a unique top-zipper design.
  • Women-specific shoulder straps and back panel
  • Can be carried at the shoulder or side or worn as a backpack
  • Durable, coated, abrasion-resistant boot
  • Shoe pocket is separate from the main compartment
  • Two expandable water bottle pockets
  • 15" laptop sleeve
  • Water Resistant
Women's Never Stop Utility Backpack
Best Sellers
Commuter Pack—L
With elevated fabric and plenty of storage, this daypack is perfect for your on-the-go lifestyle.
  • Internal mesh pockets with dividers for organization
  • 15" laptop pocket includes multiple accordion-style pockets for holding files and your laptop
  • Zippered side pocket has additional internal organization
  • Two side compression straps
  • Rolltop closure with magnetic FIDLOCK® buckle provides additional water resistance
  • Laptop sleeve with water-resistant TPU zipper
  • Water bottle pocket
  • Easy-to-access, zippered side and front pockets
  • Front webbing holds a bike U-lock
  • Reflective logo and details for enhanced visibility while you’re commuting
Commuter Pack—L
New Arrivals
Women's Never Stop Daypack
With its elevated design cues, this is the backpack for urban explorers.
  • Women-specific shoulder straps and back panel
  • Durable, coated, abrasion-resistant boot
  • Simplified internal organization
  • Two water bottle pockets
  • 15" laptop sleeve
  • Water Resistant
Women's Never Stop Daypack
New Arrivals
Women's Never Stop Mini Backpack
The Women’s Never Stop Mini Backpack has the same elevated style as the Never Stop Daypack but in a smaller package.
  • Women-specific shoulder straps and back panel
  • Durable, coated, abrasion-resistant boot
  • Two water bottle pockets
  • Simplified internal organization
  • Water Resistant
Women's Never Stop Mini Backpack
Recycled
Daypack
$69.00
The Daypack, a heritage-inspired, everyday backpack has a padded back and shoulder straps, a laptop sleeve and a water-repellent finish so you can quickly say "yes" to any daytrip that comes your way.
  • A padded back panel and shoulder straps set the standard for a comfortable carry
  • External, gusseted water bottle pockets snap closed when not in use for a streamlined design
  • Leather patch
  • Novelty fabrics and a heritage woven label
  • Laptop sleeve in the zippered main compartment protects your laptop from bumps and falls
  • Bike-light loop
  • Webbing top strap makes it easy to quickly grab and go
  • Invisible, secure-zip top pocket holds essentials
  • External, secure-zip pockets keep valuables safe
Daypack
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Get your kids ready for the school year with school backpacks and bookbags to carry all their school supplies.



Back-to-school backpacks for all ages



We offer a range of backpacks for everything from middle school to high school to college. We like to keep things comfortable, so you or your kid can carry books and supplies without feeling weighed down. Our padded shoulder straps and breathable back panel are designed for maximum comfort. Many of our styles, like Jester, Borealis, or Recon, come in a unisex or a narrower women's style, so you can pick the ideal fit for you. Plus, you can grasp a shoulder tote bag style or opt for a rolling backpack to take the pressure off. Our trending bags have plenty of space for you to pack your supplies, lunch box, and more. Plus, they come in fun patterns, like camo or leopard print, and brilliant colors.



The North Face best backpack features



Store it all with a combination of a roomy main compartment, water bottle pocket, and various side pockets to keep things organized. Looking for a laptop backpack? We've got laptop compartments that can fit up to a 17-inch laptop and keep it protected on a walk across campus. Our Kaban Charge Backpack even has a USB charging port, so you know you've got power for your devices. Get the most comfortable fit with adjustable straps and sternum straps to distribute your load. With a water-resistant exterior, many of our packs will stand up to rain to keep your things protected when it's time to pull out the raincoat. You can even swap out school supplies for bestsellers like our men's athletic tops or women's leggings and use your school bag as a long-lasting travel backpack.



What is a good bag for school?



Choose based on your needs for school! Grab a kids' backpack that's great for elementary school or middle school. They'll have plenty of space for their lunch bag and a school project, but not so much they'll get weighed down. For older kids, a classic backpack is a great fit. Look for one with a laptop sleeve to protect up to a 17-in laptop for their day. Leave the mini backpacks for a daypack; grab a school bag with plenty of room for the school essentials.