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Picnic Tote Bags

Find a picnic tote bag for your next meal outdoors with family and friends. Compare dimensions and product details across the selection to choose a tote that fits the picnic essentials you plan to bring.

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Nor'easter Insulated Tote, Medium
L.L.Bean Nor'easter Insulated Tote, Medium
A rugged, insulated cotton canvas tote with a water-resistant coating, perfect for keeping food and drinks cool.
(0)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Boat and Tote®, Open-Top
L.L.Bean Boat and Tote®, Open-Top
A durable 24 oz. cotton canvas tote with reinforced handles, blue trim, and a double-layer base.
(7,836)
$39.95 $39.95
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What customers like:
High quality
Perfect size
Versatile use
Durable material
Comfortable to carry
$39.95 $39.95
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Boat and Tote®, Zip-Top
L.L.Bean Boat and Tote®, Zip-Top
A durable, handcrafted canvas tote with reinforced handles and a zip-top, featuring red trim.
(6,942)
$69.95 $69.95
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What customers like:
Great size
Well-made
Durability
Classic style
Versatility
$69.95 $69.95
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Everyday Lightweight Tote
L.L.Bean Everyday Lightweight Tote
A versatile, large nylon tote in soft spruce with reinforced handles and multiple pockets for daily use.
(3,058)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
Lightweight
Spacious
Great color
Versatile
Well made
$44.95 $44.95
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Boat and Tote®, Zip-Top with Pocket
L.L.Bean Boat and Tote®, Zip-Top with Pocket
A durable zip-top tote with a front pocket, made from heavy-duty 24 oz. cotton canvas.
(917)
$59.95 $59.95
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What customers like:
Well-made
Sturdy
Durable
Useful
Rugged
$59.95 $59.95
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Hunter's Tote Bag, Open-Top
L.L.Bean Hunter's Tote Bag, Open-Top
A rugged camouflage tote bag with a durable, water-resistant thermoplastic interior for versatile outdoor use.
(884)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
Functional design
Perfect size
Versatile use
Durable material
Great color options
$54.95 $54.95
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L.L.Bean Nor'easter Tote Bag, Regular
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Nor'easter Tote Bag, Regular
A highly weather-resistant canvas tote with leather trim, water-resistant coating, and adjustable shoulder strap.
(640)
$99.95 $99.95
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What customers like:
Waterproof
Stylish design
Durable
Roomy
Versatile
$99.95 $99.95
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L.L.Bean Nor'easter Tote Bag, Large
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Nor'easter Tote Bag, Large
A large, weather-resistant canvas tote with leather trim, zip-top, and adjustable shoulder strap.
(253)
$120 $120
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What customers like:
High quality
Spacious
Sturdy
Versatile
Comfortable
$120 $120
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Insulated Waxed-Canvas Tote, Medium
L.L.Bean Insulated Waxed-Canvas Tote, Medium
A rugged khaki waxed-canvas tote with leather trim, featuring a leakproof, insulated food-grade liner.
(243)
$99.95 $99.95
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What customers like:
Comfort
Style
Zipper
Practicality
$99.95 $99.95
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Insulated Waxed-Canvas Tote, Large
L.L.Bean Insulated Waxed-Canvas Tote, Large
A rugged khaki tote with waxed canvas, leather trim, and insulated, leakproof, food-grade lining.
(184)
$120 $120
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What customers like:
Durable handles
Comfortable shoulder strap
Stylish design
Versatile use
Spacious size
$120 $120
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Boat and Tote®, Off the Grid
L.L.Bean Boat and Tote®, Off the Grid
A durable green canvas tote with "off the grid" embroidery, double-stitched seams, and reinforced handles.
(0)
$49.95 $41.99
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$49.95 $41.99
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Nor'easter Insulated Tote, Large
L.L.Bean Nor'easter Insulated Tote, Large
A rugged, multi-color insulated tote with leak-proof lining and water-resistant, heavy-duty coated cotton canvas.
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$99.95 $64.99
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$99.95 $64.99
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Boat and Tote, L.L.Bean & Jess Franks
L.L.Bean Boat and Tote, L.L.Bean & Jess Franks
A Maine-made heavy-duty canvas tote featuring exclusive outdoor-inspired embroidery by artist Jess Franks.
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$54.95 $46.99
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$54.95 $46.99
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Boat and Tote®, Tall Small
L.L.Bean Boat and Tote®, Tall Small
A tall, tan canvas and nylon tote handcrafted in Maine with reinforced seams and sturdy shoulder handles.
(0)
$39.95 $39.95
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$39.95 $39.95
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Boat and Tote®, L.L.Bean Logo
L.L.Bean Boat and Tote®, L.L.Bean Logo
A durable multi-color canvas tote with reinforced seams and classic logo, handcrafted in Maine.
(0)
$49.95 $41.99
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$49.95 $41.99
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Nor'easter Insulated Tote, Small
L.L.Bean Nor'easter Insulated Tote, Small
A rugged, insulated canvas tote with a leak-proof lining, perfect for keeping food and drinks cool.
(0)
$49.95 $49.95
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$49.95 $49.95
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Boat and Tote®, Mini
L.L.Bean Boat and Tote®, Mini
A mini tote made from heavy-duty 24 oz. cotton canvas with reinforced seams and contrast-tone handles.
(0)
$27.95 $27.95
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$27.95 $27.95
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Zip-Top Boat and Tote®, Mini
L.L.Bean Zip-Top Boat and Tote®, Mini
A green, heavy-duty cotton canvas tote with nylon-reinforced seams, double-layer base and secure zip-top closure.
(0)
$34.95 $34.95
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$34.95 $34.95
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Boat and Tote®, Lobster
L.L.Bean Boat and Tote®, Lobster
A heavy-duty blue canvas tote with reinforced seams and an exclusive embroidered lobster design.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Yeti® Daytrip Insulated Tote Bag, 14 Liters
Yeti Yeti® Daytrip Insulated Tote Bag, 14 Liters
A black nylon insulated tote with Coldcell Flex™ foam to keep food fresh and cold for hours.
(0)
$145 $145
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$145 $145
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Boat and Tote®, Mountain Classic
L.L.Bean Boat and Tote®, Mountain Classic
A heavy-duty cotton canvas tote with colorful printed handles, reinforced base and double-stitched seams.
(0)
$49.95 $49.95
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$49.95 $49.95
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Yeti® Daytrip Insulated Tote Bag, 20 Liters
Yeti Yeti® Daytrip Insulated Tote Bag, 20 Liters
A durable nylon insulated tote with Coldcell Flex™ foam, keeping food cold and fresh for hours.
(0)
$175 $175
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$175 $175
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Everyday Lightweight Tote, Plaid
L.L.Bean Everyday Lightweight Tote, Plaid
A lightweight blue plaid tote crafted from durable nylon with reinforced handles and multiple convenient pockets.
(2,030)
$49.95 $49.95
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What customers like:
Durable, water-resistant material
Roomy with lots of space
Lightweight and easy to carry
Attractive and versatile design
Sturdy and well made
$49.95 $49.95
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Zip Hunter's Tote Bag With Strap
L.L.Bean Zip Hunter's Tote Bag With Strap
An olive drab, water-resistant tote with a durable 1,200-denier polyester shell and adjustable shoulder strap.
(446)
$59.95 $59.95
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What customers like:
Plenty of space
Water-resistant
Perfect size
Durable
Comfortable strap
$59.95 $59.95
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Picnic Tote Bags

Picnic Tote Bags belong to the simple pleasure of taking a meal outside: sandwiches wrapped at the kitchen counter, a favorite spot beneath a spreading tree, and a little extra time to spend together. Choosing one starts with the kind of picnic you enjoy and how much you usually bring. Lunch for two looks different from a family spread with plates, napkins, fruit, and a few things to share. Think through those familiar essentials, then compare the listed bag dimensions rather than relying on a photograph alone. If you have a particular food container you always use, its measurements can be a helpful starting point. A tote should make sense for your usual plans, whether those mean a modest lunch or the generous assortment that comes with everyone bringing a favorite dish.

The details worth comparing are often the ones you notice while packing. Consider the shape of the bag and its opening alongside the containers you plan to put inside; overall capacity is only part of the picture. A broad lunch container and a tall bottle take up space differently, and leaving room for napkins or utensils can keep the packing list realistic. Look at the listed handle length, too, and consider how you prefer to carry a tote. Product photos and descriptions can help you compare closure styles and any pockets, while the care instructions tell you what upkeep involves. Style deserves a place in the decision as well. A familiar color or an understated design can feel just right beside your favorite picnic blanket, while a cheerful pattern might be the detail you enjoy most. There is no need to choose the largest or most elaborate option when a simpler bag suits the meals you actually like to bring.

A picnic tote also makes a thoughtful gift for someone who enjoys gathering people around good food outside. It might suit a couple who regularly meets friends for lunch in the park, a parent who likes turning an ordinary afternoon into a family picnic, or a host who always remembers an extra place setting. Let their habits guide the choice: how many people usually join them, what they like to pack, and which styles feel most like their own. Pairing the gift with cloth napkins or a handwritten recipe can add a personal touch without making it complicated. The appeal is in the invitation to spend time together—a shady patch of grass, a meal worth lingering over, and conversation that continues after the last strawberries are gone. Choose with those everyday pleasures in mind, and a picnic tote becomes a considered addition to a well-loved ritual.

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