Whether you’re new to hiking or have been backpacking for years, if you’re looking for one of the best hiking backpacks, you’re in the right place. We’ve surveyed the market and hand-selected a range of packs then shared some of our top picks for specific categories like lightweight, budget-friendly, and best for hauling heavy loads. Aside from the top picks, we’ve included some runner-ups you might want to consider. Each backpack we’ve selected has its pros and cons, and there’s not a single pack that will be perfect for every hiker, so we did our best to give you