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20l hiking backpacks

20-litre hiking backpacks are compact solutions designed to carry essential gear in a small footprint. Their small size allows for clear organisation of belongings while maintaining a controlled load and a carrying system optimised for mobility.

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C.A.M.P. Ski Raptor 20 Black C.A.M.P. Ski Raptor 20 Black
C.A.M.P.
Backpack Ski Raptor 20 Black

  • Recommended price

    £140.71

    -15%

    £119.59
Colour
  • C.A.M.P. Ski Raptor 20 Black
  • C.A.M.P. Ski Raptor 20 Forest Green
Mountain Equipment Wallpack 16L Anvil Grey Mountain Equipment Wallpack 16L Anvil Grey
Mountain Equipment
Backpack Wallpack 16L Anvil Grey

  • Recommended price

    £87.91

    -35%

    £57.11

Mountain Equipment's Wallpack 16L Anvil Grey is a lightweight, rugged backpack ideal for day trips, offering optimized internal organization and maximum comfort.
Colour
  • Mountain Equipment Wallpack 16L Anvil Grey
C.A.M.P. Rapid Racing 20L Black C.A.M.P. Rapid Racing 20L Black
C.A.M.P.
Backpack Rapid Racing 20L Black
  • £114.31

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Colour
  • C.A.M.P. Rapid Racing 20L Black
Deuter Freescape Lite 24 SL Mineral Grove Deuter Backpack Freescape Lite 24 SL Mineral Grove Keypoints
Deuter
Backpack Freescape Lite 24 SL Mineral Grove

  • Recommended price

    £158.31

    -30%

    £110.79
Colour
  • Deuter Freescape Lite 24 SL Mineral Grove
Pajak Xc2 Daypack 20L Silver Pajak Xc2 Daypack 20L Silver
Pajak
Backpack Xc2 Daypack 20L Silver

  • Recommended price

    £131.91

    -20%

    £105.51

The Pajak Xc2 Daypack 20L Silver backpack is perfect for a day's hiking, offering adequate volume and a lightweight, robust design.
Colour
  • Pajak Xc2 Daypack 20L Silver
RAB Khroma 22 Pewter RAB Khroma 22 Pewter
RAB
Backpack Khroma 22 Pewter

  • Recommended price

    £175.91

    -30%

    £123.11
Colour
  • RAB Khroma 22 Pewter
Size
  • M
Millet Pierra Ment Evo 20 Black Millet Backpack Pierra Ment Evo 20 Black Keypoints
Millet
Backpack Pierra Ment Evo 20 Black

  • Recommended price

    £219.91

    -35%

    £142.47
Colour
  • Millet Pierra Ment Evo 20 Black
Picture Komit 22 Backpack Bright Magenta Picture Komit 22 Backpack Bright Magenta
Picture
Backpack Komit 22 Backpack Bright Magenta

  • Recommended price

    £114.31

    -34%

    £74.71

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  • Picture Komit 22 Backpack Bright Magenta
  • Picture Komit 22 Backpack Serenity Blue
Picture Komit 18 Backpack Serenity Blue Picture Komit 18 Backpack Serenity Blue
Picture
Backpack Komit 18 Backpack Serenity Blue

  • Recommended price

    £83.51

    -34%

    £54.47

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Colour
  • Picture Komit 18 Backpack Black
  • Picture Komit 18 Backpack Serenity Blue
Picture Komit 22 Backpack Serenity Blue Picture Komit 22 Backpack Serenity Blue
Picture
Backpack Komit 22 Backpack Serenity Blue

  • Recommended price

    £114.31

    -30%

    £79.99

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Colour
  • Picture Komit 22 Backpack Bright Magenta
  • Picture Komit 22 Backpack Serenity Blue
Berghaus Remote Hike F23 Backpack Black Berghaus Remote Hike F23 Backpack Black
Berghaus
Backpack Remote Hike F23 Backpack Black

  • Recommended price

    £105.51

    -25%

    £79.11

The Berghaus Remote Hike F23 Backpack Black women's backpack offers a specific fit for women, ensuring comfort and stability during your hikes.
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  • Berghaus Remote Hike F23 Backpack Black
Ortovox Free Rider 20 S Chestnut Ortovox Free Rider 20 S Chestnut
Ortovox
Backpack Free Rider 20 S Chestnut

  • Recommended price

    £158.31

    -20%

    £126.63
Colour
  • Ortovox Free Rider 20 S Black Raven
  • Ortovox Free Rider 20 S Chestnut
Osprey Sportlite 25 Raven Black Osprey Sportlite 25 Raven Black
Osprey
Backpack Sportlite 25 Raven Black

  • Recommended price

    £87.91

    -15%

    £74.71

The Sportlite 25 Raven Black backpack from Osprey offers stable carrying, a comfortable AirScape back panel and a Bluesign-certified eco-friendly design.
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  • Osprey Sportlite 25 Raven Black
Millet Hike 18 Black Millet Hike 18 Black
Millet
Backpack Hike 18 Black

  • Recommended price

    £61.51

    -21%

    £48.31

The Millet Hike 18 Black is a lightweight, durable backpack perfect for day hikes and active mountain adventures.
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  • Millet Hike 18 Black
Millet Seneca Lt 22 Seaweed Millet Seneca Lt 22 Seaweed
Millet
Backpack Seneca Lt 22 Seaweed

  • Recommended price

    £105.51

    -30%

    £73.83

The Millet Seneca LT 22 Seaweed backpack combines lightness, comfort and practicality, perfect for day hikes and mountain sports.
Colour
  • Millet Seneca Lt 22 Seaweed
Deuter Futura 24 SL Graphite Shale Deuter Futura 24 SL Graphite Shale
Deuter
Backpack Futura 24 SL Graphite Shale

  • Recommended price

    £145.11

    -30%

    £101.11

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  • Deuter Futura 24 SL Graphite Shale
Salewa Pedroc Mate 18 Black Out Salewa Pedroc Mate 18 Black Out
Salewa
Backpack Pedroc Mate 18 Black Out

  • Recommended price

    £87.91

    -30%

    £61.51
Colour
  • Salewa Pedroc Mate 18 Black Out
  • Salewa Pedroc Mate 18 Faded Green
Salewa Pedroc Mate 18 Faded Green Salewa Pedroc Mate 18 Faded Green
Salewa
Backpack Pedroc Mate 18 Faded Green

  • Recommended price

    £87.91

    -30%

    £61.51
Colour
  • Salewa Pedroc Mate 18 Black Out
  • Salewa Pedroc Mate 18 Faded Green
Salewa Pedroc Mate 22 Willow Salewa Pedroc Mate 22 Willow
Salewa
Backpack Pedroc Mate 22 Willow

  • Recommended price

    £96.71

    -30%

    £67.67
Colour
  • Salewa Pedroc Mate 22 Black Out
  • Salewa Pedroc Mate 22 Willow
Deuter Ac Lite 22 SL Ashrose Cassis Deuter Ac Lite 22 SL Ashrose Cassis
Deuter
Backpack Ac Lite 22 SL Ashrose Cassis

  • Recommended price

    £96.71

    -20%

    £77.35
Colour
  • Deuter Ac Lite 22 SL Ashrose Cassis
  • Deuter Ac Lite 22 SL Shale Graphite
Osprey Tempest Velocity 20 Nocturnal Blue Osprey Tempest Velocity 20 Nocturnal Blue
Osprey
Backpack Tempest Velocity 20 Nocturnal Blue

  • Recommended price

    £131.91

    -16%

    £109.91
Colour
  • Osprey Tempest Velocity 20 Nocturnal Blue
Size
  • M-L (40.5-49)
Burton Backpack Ak Dispatcher Pack 18L Rum Raisin Overview Burton Backpack Ak Dispatcher Pack 18L Rum Raisin Keypoints
Burton
Backpack Ak Dispatcher Pack 18L Rum Raisin
  • £140.71

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  • Burton Backpack Ak Dispatcher Pack 18L Rum Raisin Overview
  • Burton Backpack Ak Dispatcher Pack 18L True Black Overview
Ortovox Free Rider 20 S Black Raven Ortovox Free Rider 20 S Black Raven
Ortovox
Backpack Free Rider 20 S Black Raven

  • Recommended price

    £158.31

    -20%

    £126.63
Colour
  • Ortovox Free Rider 20 S Black Raven
  • Ortovox Free Rider 20 S Chestnut
Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Onyx Overview Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Onyx Back
Salewa
Backpack Pedroc 16 Onyx

  • Recommended price

    £123.11

    -30%

    £86.15

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  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Electric Overview
  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc 16 Onyx Overview
Vaude Neyland Zip 20 Baltic Sea Vaude Neyland Zip 20 Baltic Sea
Vaude
Backpack Neyland Zip 20 Baltic Sea

  • Recommended price

    £105.51

    -40%

    £63.27

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  • Vaude Neyland Zip 20 Baltic Sea
Ortovox Cross Rider 22 Black Raven Ortovox Backpack Cross Rider 22 Black Raven Keypoints
Ortovox
Backpack Cross Rider 22 Black Raven

  • Recommended price

    £114.31

    -20%

    £91.43
Colour
  • Ortovox Cross Rider 22 Black Raven
  • Ortovox Cross Rider 22 Petrol Blue
Blue Ice Wadi 22 North Atlantic Blue Ice Wadi 22 North Atlantic
Blue Ice
Backpack Wadi 22 North Atlantic

  • Recommended price

    £87.91

    -20%

    £70.31

The Blue Ice Wadi 22 North Atlantic backpack is perfect for day-long outdoor activities, offering 22 liters of storage, exceptional durability and convenient carrying options.
Colour
  • Blue Ice Wadi 22 North Atlantic
Dynafit Traverse 22 Black Out Dynafit Traverse 22 Black Out
Dynafit
Backpack Traverse 22 Black Out

  • Recommended price

    £123.11

    -30%

    £86.15

The Dynafit Traverse 22 Black Out backpack is perfect for day runners and hikers, offering 22 liters of volume, ergonomic design and practical features like side access and pole holders.
Colour
  • Dynafit Traverse 22 Black Out
Size
  • M-L
Dynafit Traverse 16 Black Out Dynafit Traverse 16 Black Out
Dynafit
Backpack Traverse 16 Black Out

  • Recommended price

    £87.91

    -20%

    £70.31

The Dynafit Traverse 16 Black Out backpack is ideal for day-long trail running or hiking outings, offering an optimized 16-liter volume, ergonomic comfort and practical features such as a pole holder and zipped flask pockets.
Colour
  • Dynafit Traverse 16 Black Out
Size
  • M-L (45-53)
Black Diamond Cirque Ultra 25 Storm Gray Black Diamond Cirque Ultra 25 Storm Gray
Black Diamond
Backpack Cirque Ultra 25 Storm Gray

  • Recommended price

    £307.91

    -20%

    £246.31

Black Diamond's Cirque Ultra 25 Storm Gray backpack is lightweight and practical for skiing, mountaineering and climbing.
Colour
  • Black Diamond Cirque Ultra 25 Storm Gray
Size
  • M-L

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A compact and lightweight design for controlled carrying

A 20-litre hiking pack stands out for its compact design and ergonomics engineered to remain comfortable during transport. Depending on the model, you’ll find contoured shoulder straps, a ventilated back panel, compression straps and adjustment points that help stabilise the load and enhance comfort.

Capacity and organisation of a small 20-litre hiking backpack

The internal layout of a 20-litre pack makes gear organisation easier. The main compartment holds the essentials, while side or front pockets keep certain accessories within easy reach. Some models are compatible with a hydration bladder and feature compression straps to reduce movement and optimise stability.

Our selection of 20-litre hiking backpacks

Glisshop offers a range of 20-litre hiking backpacks designed for those seeking a compact yet functional format. Each pack is selected for its carrying comfort and its ability to organise equipment efficiently within a small volume.

A good 20L hiking backpack should offer:

  • a reasonable weight to minimise the carried load
  • a comfortable, breathable back panel
  • good internal stability
  • a simple yet practical internal layout
  • quickly accessible pockets

Available models may prioritise lightness and simplicity or incorporate more technical carrying systems to improve support and stability, while maintaining a compact design.

What are the dimensions of a 20-litre backpack?

Dimensions vary depending on the brand and carrying system. In general, a 20-litre pack has a compact profile that sits close to the back and is easy to handle. This format allows you to organise your essential gear without adding unnecessary bulk.

Other available capacities

If you’re looking for slightly more capacity, discover our selection of 30-litre hiking backpacks. This size provides extra space for carrying additional items.

Wide range of hiking backpacks at Glisshop

The 20-litre hiking bags available at Glisshop are chosen for their carrying quality and reliability. Explore all our models in the hiking backpack category.

To browse a selection focused on capacities suitable for short day outings, you can also visit our dedicated page.

To learn more about choosing the right capacity and carrying system, our guide How to choose your hiking backpack? details the key criteria to consider before purchasing.