Top 10 Best Bags for the Outdoors

The Austin Sling bag makes for the perfect outdoor companion. Worn thrown over your shoulder, it's a hands-free bag that's big enough to be useful and small enough that it won't weigh you down. Throw your essentials into this leather bag like your phone, keys and wallet and you can feel secure knowing everything is stored away on your back. With two interior pockets, one zippered and one open, you'll have plenty of room for any treasures you find along the way.

If you want functionality mixed with style, look no further than the Sheldon backpack. It's been around forever and is still a best seller. Thanks to the buttery soft leather, this piece is incredibly versatile- wear it on adventurous weekend excursions and to the office come Monday. It features a convenient top handle, nylon water bottle sleeve, and plenty of interior and exterior pockets.

While a laptop bag might not be the first thing you think of for outdoor trips, the Explorer Laptop bag has so many handy pockets, you'll be thanking yourself later for all the snacks you're able to fit. Not to mention the roomy organization it includes. This backpack comes with six exterior zippered pockets and interior zip pockets and slits. Tuck away all your adventure gear for easy access when you need it with this high-quality leather bag.

A classic that just won't go away, the fanny pack has stayed around for a reason. The Heritage Fanny Pack is a practical, yet (yes!) stylish way to carry your sunglasses, keys, phone or anything you want to take with you outdoors but don't want to be stuck carrying. You can also wear this bag around your waist if that's more comfortable for you. Plus, the back features a velcro and zip pocket for quick access on-the-go.

Another classic favorite, Latico is fully stocked in fanny packs that will take you from day hike to drinks around town in a flash. Meet the Fresno fanny pack, a compact carry-all that comes in four fun colors from shimmery Anthracite to metallic Lizard Black and even Crackle Rainbow. Who said practicality had to be boring? Spice up your outdoor activities with this lightweight, body-contouring bag that comes with a beautiful metal clip closure that will fit around your waist or across your body.

Getting moving outdoors is all about comfort and convenience. The Pippa crossbody is a versatile leather bag that you can take for quick walks outdoors and still lets you go hands-free. Have your hands full with gear and navigating? Pippa is the crossbody bag you can wear as a purse and feel comfortable keeping everything in place for short, outdoor adventures.

Another small crossbody that can function as a carry-along outdoors is the Lidia Crossbody. A classic, small leather bag, the Lidia has 4 compartments so you can keep purse essential and outdoor essentials separate, all while not having to change bags. With its detachable crossbody strap, this bag doubles as a clutch if you want a small organizer to pack in a larger outdoor bag or pack for longer trips.

Convertible and sleek, the Conley crossbody can transform into a backpack, letting you transition from outdoor excursions and hikes to everyday errands in a flash. It boasts a modern and practical aesthetic and converts with its crossbody strap so you can keep moving no matter where you are. Bag depth can also adjust to be expanded wider or smaller with a 3-sided gusset zipper. Plus, there a magnetic slip pocket on the backside for easy and secure cell phone access.

The Hester backpack is a Latico classic done differently. With modern lines and coming in six bright colors, you'll love Hester as an accessory for all your outfits, but you'll also be impressed at how much functionality we packed into this bag. Hester includes adjustable backpack straps, a front flap pocket and even features an organizer so you can combine the best of a high-quality purse with a utilitarian outdoor bag.