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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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Deuter Futura 25 SL Cassis Ashrose Deuter Futura 25 SL Cassis Ashrose Extra 5% off
Deuter
Backpack Futura 25 SL Cassis Ashrose
  • £136.31

The Deuter Futura 25 SL Cassis Ashrose women’s hiking backpack combines ergonomic design, superior ventilation, and easy access to your gear.
Colour
  • Deuter Futura 25 SL Cassis Ashrose
  • Deuter Futura 25 SL Polar Bluejay
Ortovox Trace Pure 20 Grey Marble Ortovox Trace Pure 20 Grey Marble Extra 5% off
Ortovox
Backpack Trace Pure 20 Grey Marble

  • Recommended price

    £131.91

    -20%

    £105.51

The Ortovox Trace Pure 20 Grey Marble backpack features a robust Robic 210D design, a ventilated back and great versatility.
Colour
  • Ortovox Trace Pure 20 Grey Marble
Ortovox Trace 20 Green Acid Ortovox Trace 20 Green Acid Extra 5% off
Ortovox
Backpack Trace 20 Green Acid

  • Recommended price

    £131.91

    -20%

    £105.51

The Ortovox Trace 20 Green Acid backpack stands out with its robust 210D Robic design and lasting comfort, thanks to its ventilated Airvent back panel.
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  • Ortovox Backpack Trace 20 Black Raven Overview
  • Ortovox Trace 20 Green Acid
Ortovox Free Rider 20 S Chestnut Ortovox Free Rider 20 S Chestnut Extra 5% off
Ortovox
Backpack Free Rider 20 S Chestnut

  • Recommended price

    £158.31

    -27%

    £114.31
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  • Ortovox Free Rider 20 S Chestnut
Osprey Sportlite 25 Raven Black Osprey Sportlite 25 Raven Black Extra 5% off
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
  • Osprey Sportlite 25 Serenity Blue
Deuter Futura 25 SL Polar Bluejay Deuter Futura 25 SL Polar Bluejay Extra 5% off
Deuter
Backpack Futura 25 SL Polar Bluejay
  • £136.31

Designed to fit the female form, the Deuter Futura 25 SL Polar Bluejay backpack offers stable carrying, optimal ventilation, and exceptional practicality.
Colour
  • Deuter Futura 25 SL Cassis Ashrose
  • Deuter Futura 25 SL Polar Bluejay
Millet Parmelan 17 Silverstone Black Millet Parmelan 17 Silverstone Black Extra 5% off
Millet
Backpack Parmelan 17 Silverstone Black

  • Recommended price

    £131.91

    -15%

    £111.67

The Millet Parmelan 17 Silverstone Black backpack offers a 17L capacity, perfect for day hikes, combining lightness, comfort, and durability in all outdoor conditions.
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  • Millet Parmelan 17 Black
  • Millet Parmelan 17 Silverstone Black
Salomon Backpack Xt 25 Spellbound Grisaille Bright Chartreuse Overview Salomon Backpack Xt 25 Spellbound Grisaille Bright Chartreuse Side
Salomon
Backpack Xt 25 Spellbound Grisaille Bright Chartreuse

  • Recommended price

    £114.31

    -20%

    £91.43
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  • Salomon Backpack Xt 25 Martini Olive Night Slate Green Overview
  • Salomon Backpack Xt 25 Spellbound Grisaille Bright Chartreuse Overview
Salomon Backpack Xt 25 Martini Olive Night Slate Green Overview Salomon Backpack Xt 25 Martini Olive Night Slate Green Side
Salomon
Backpack Xt 25 Martini Olive Night Slate Green

  • Recommended price

    £114.31

    -20%

    £91.43
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  • Salomon Backpack Xt 25 Martini Olive Night Slate Green Overview
  • Salomon Backpack Xt 25 Spellbound Grisaille Bright Chartreuse Overview
Mammut Backpack Alto 18 Black Overview Mammut Backpack Alto 18 Black Side Extra 5% off
Mammut
Backpack Alto 18 Black

  • Recommended price

    £87.91

    -20%

    £70.31

The Mammut Alto 18 Black backpack features durable ripstop fabric, ideal for hiking and everyday use.
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  • Mammut Backpack Alto 18 Black Overview
Ferrino Backpack Hikemaster 24 Lady Green Overview Ferrino Backpack Hikemaster 24 Lady Green Back Extra 5% off
Ferrino
Backpack Hikemaster 24 Lady Green

  • Recommended price

    £131.91

    -30%

    £92.31

The Hikemaster 24 Lady Green women's backpack from Ferrino is the ideal companion for your day hikes with comfort and practicality.
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  • Ferrino Backpack Hikemaster 24 Lady Green Overview
  • Ferrino Backpack Hikemaster 24 Lady Purple Overview
Ferrino Backpack Hikemaster 24 Lady Purple Overview Ferrino Backpack Hikemaster 24 Lady Purple Back Extra 5% off
Ferrino
Backpack Hikemaster 24 Lady Purple

  • Recommended price

    £131.91

    -24%

    £99.35

The Ferrino Hikemaster 24 Lady Purple women's backpack adapts perfectly to women's morphology, ensuring comfort, safety and optimal organization.
Colour
  • Ferrino Backpack Hikemaster 24 Lady Green Overview
  • Ferrino Backpack Hikemaster 24 Lady Purple Overview
Salewa Backpack Pedroc Mate 18 Faded Green Overview Salewa Backpack Pedroc Mate 18 Faded Green Back New colour Extra 5% off
Salewa
Backpack Pedroc Mate 18 Faded Green

  • Recommended price

    £87.91

    -20%

    £70.31
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  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc Mate 18 Black Out Overview
  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc Mate 18 Faded Green Overview
Salewa Backpack Pedroc Mate 18 Black Out Overview Salewa Backpack Pedroc Mate 18 Black Out Back New colour Extra 5% off
Salewa
Backpack Pedroc Mate 18 Black Out

  • Recommended price

    £87.91

    -20%

    £70.31
Colour
  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc Mate 18 Black Out Overview
  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc Mate 18 Faded Green Overview
Ferrino Gecko 18 Blue Ferrino Gecko 18 Blue Extra 5% off
Ferrino
Backpack Gecko 18 Blue

  • Recommended price

    £105.51

    -20%

    £84.39

Ferrino's Gecko 18 Blue backpack offers exceptional comfort and organization for your day hikes.
Colour
  • Ferrino Gecko 18 Black
  • Ferrino Gecko 18 Blue
Ferrino Gecko 18 Black Ferrino Gecko 18 Black Extra 5% off
Ferrino
Backpack Gecko 18 Black

  • Recommended price

    £105.51

    -20%

    £84.39

Ferrino's Gecko 18 Black backpack offers comfort, stability and optimal organization for all your day hikes.
Colour
  • Ferrino Gecko 18 Black
  • Ferrino Gecko 18 Blue
Mammut Backpack Lithium 25 Dark Marsh Black Overview Mammut Backpack Lithium 25 Dark Marsh Black Side Extra 5% off
Mammut
Backpack Lithium 25 Dark Marsh Black

  • Recommended price

    £114.31

    -20%

    £91.43

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Colour
  • Mammut Lithium 25 Black
  • Mammut Backpack Lithium 25 Dark Marsh Black Overview
Mammut Backpack Alto 22 Black Overview Mammut Backpack Alto 22 Black Side Extra 5% off
Mammut
Backpack Alto 22 Black

  • Recommended price

    £92.31

    -20%

    £73.83

The Alto 22 Black backpack from Mammut is ideal for urban travel, short trips or day hikes, offering comfort and practicality.
Colour
  • Mammut Backpack Alto 22 Black Overview
Mammut Backpack Lithium 25 Women Alpine Calamint Black Overview Mammut Backpack Lithium 25 Women Alpine Calamint Black Side Extra 5% off
Mammut
Backpack Lithium 25 Women Alpine Calamint Black

  • Recommended price

    £114.31

    -20%

    £91.43

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Colour
  • Mammut Backpack Lithium 25 Women Alpine Calamint Black Overview
Ortovox Backpack Trace 20 Black Raven Overview Ortovox Backpack Trace 20 Black Raven Back Extra 5% off
Ortovox
Backpack Trace 20 Black Raven

  • Recommended price

    £131.91

    -20%

    £105.51

Designed for performance, the Ortovox Trace 20 Black Raven is a durable, breathable 20L backpack, perfectly suited for dynamic alpine adventures.
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  • Ortovox Backpack Trace 20 Black Raven Overview
  • Ortovox Trace 20 Green Acid
Millet Mixt 25+5 Bottle Millet Mixt 25+5 Bottle
Millet
Backpack Mixt 25+5 Bottle

  • Recommended price

    £140.71

    -15%

    £119.59
Colour
  • Millet Mixt 25+5 Black
  • Millet Mixt 25+5 Bottle
Salewa Backpack Pedroc Active 16 Olive Oil Overview Salewa Backpack Pedroc Active 16 Olive Oil Side New colour Extra 5% off
Salewa
Backpack Pedroc Active 16 Olive Oil

  • Recommended price

    £105.51

    -20%

    £84.39
Colour
  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc Active 16 Black Out Overview
  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc Active 16 Olive Oil Overview
Salewa Backpack Pedroc Active 16 Black Out Overview Salewa Backpack Pedroc Active 16 Black Out Side New colour Extra 5% off
Salewa
Backpack Pedroc Active 16 Black Out

  • Recommended price

    £105.51

    -20%

    £84.39
Colour
  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc Active 16 Black Out Overview
  • Salewa Backpack Pedroc Active 16 Olive Oil Overview
Deuter Ac Lite 22 SL Ashrose Cassis Deuter Ac Lite 22 SL Ashrose Cassis Extra 5% off
Deuter
Backpack Ac Lite 22 SL Ashrose Cassis

  • Recommended price

    £96.71

    -20%

    £77.35
Colour
  • Deuter Ac Lite 22 SL Ashrose Cassis
Deuter Speed Lite Pro 17 SL Black Deuter Speed Lite Pro 17 SL Black Extra 5% off
Deuter
Backpack Speed Lite Pro 17 SL Black

  • Recommended price

    £105.51

    -20%

    £84.39
Colour
  • Deuter Speed Lite Pro 17 SL Black
  • Deuter Speed Lite Pro 17 SL Lotus Mystic

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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.