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School Waterproof Backpacks

Find waterproof backpacks for school with your student’s daily essentials in mind. Compare each bag’s dimensions, capacity and compartment details to choose a school backpack with room for books, folders and supplies, and check individual product descriptions for details on waterproof features.

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L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L
A blue weatherproof nylon backpack with dual compartments, laptop sleeve, reflective trim, and padded ergonomic straps.
(2,724)
$54.95 $54.95
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What customers like:
Sturdy
Great color
Roomy
Durable
Comfortable
$54.95 $54.95
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L.L.Bean Original Book Pack®, 24L, Print
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Original Book Pack®, 24L, Print
A printed, weatherproof polyester backpack with padded straps, reflective trim and 24-liter capacity.
(1,774)
$44.95 $44.95
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$44.95 $44.95
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Junior Original Book Pack, 17L, Print
L.L.Bean Junior Original Book Pack, 17L, Print
A green printed polyester backpack with weatherproof construction, reflective trim, and comfortable straps for smaller backs.
(1,237)
$39.95 $39.95
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What customers like:
Perfect size for young children
Attractive and fun design
Durable and well made
Comfortable and easy to carry
Spacious with good organization
$39.95 $39.95
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L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L, Print
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack®, 37L, Print
A multicolor weatherproof polyester backpack with laptop storage, reflective trim, ergonomic straps, and dual compartments.
(2,064)
$54.95 $39.99
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$54.95 $39.99
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L.L.Bean Waterproof Stowaway Day Pack
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Waterproof Stowaway Day Pack
A waterproof day pack in black recycled polyester ripstop, with roll-top closure, taped seams and packable features.
(0)
$64.95 $64.95
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$64.95 $64.95
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Junior Original Book Pack, 17L
L.L.Bean Junior Original Book Pack, 17L
A purple nylon school backpack with weatherproof construction, reflective trim, organizer pockets and a water-bottle pocket.
(1,087)
$39.95 $39.95
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$39.95 $39.95
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L.L.Bean Original Book Pack®, 24L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Original Book Pack®, 24L
A black nylon backpack with weatherproof fabric, padded straps, reflective trim, and a convenient water-bottle pocket.
(985)
$44.95 $44.95
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What customers like:
Practical for school and travel
Durable and sturdy construction
Spacious and roomy
High quality materials
Comfortable to wear
$44.95 $44.95
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Bean's Explorer Backpack, 25L, Print
L.L.Bean Bean's Explorer Backpack, 25L, Print
A colorful weatherproof polyester backpack with a laptop compartment, reflective piping, and breathable padded straps.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Super Deluxe Book Pack, 41L
L.L.Bean Super Deluxe Book Pack, 41L
A weatherproof green nylon backpack with padded laptop storage, reflective trim, and a tuck-away waist belt.
(0)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Bean's Explorer Backpack, 32L
L.L.Bean Bean's Explorer Backpack, 32L
A multicolor weatherproof nylon backpack with padded straps, organizer pockets, reflective piping, and dual water-bottle pockets.
(0)
$69.95 $69.95
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$69.95 $69.95
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Mountain Classic Cordura Pack, 22L
L.L.Bean Mountain Classic Cordura Pack, 22L
A black backpack in abrasion-resistant, water-resistant 1000-denier Cordura nylon with a padded laptop compartment.
(188)
$110 $79.99
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What customers like:
Attractive color
Thoughtful design
Durable material
Fits laptop and notebook
$110 $79.99
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Women's Osprey Pack Fairview Pack, 55L
Osprey Women's Osprey Pack Fairview Pack, 55L
A women's travel backpack in black recycled nylon with lockable zippers and a detachable daypack.
(0)
$240 $240
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$240 $240
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Bean's Explorer Backpack, 25L
L.L.Bean Bean's Explorer Backpack, 25L
A multicolor weatherproof backpack made of 420-denier polyester with a laptop compartment and reflective piping.
(0)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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L.L.Bean Diaper Bag Backpack
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Diaper Bag Backpack
A black nylon diaper backpack with water-resistant fabric, insulated bottle pocket, stroller straps, and changing pad.
(0)
$120 $120
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$120 $120
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L.L.Bean Stowaway Pack, 20L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Stowaway Pack, 20L
A purple hiking backpack in recycled polyester ripstop that stows into a pocket, with breathable comfort.
(1,045)
$69.95 $49.99
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What customers like:
Lightweight and easy to carry
Spacious with multiple compartments
Durable and well made
Comfortable shoulder straps
Conveniently packable for travel
$69.95 $49.99
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Continental Luggage, Carry-On Travel Pack
L.L.Bean Continental Luggage, Carry-On Travel Pack
A gray polyester travel backpack with stowaway straps, trolley sleeve, laptop pocket and two organized compartments.
(66)
$200 $200
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$200 $200
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L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Day Pack, 15L
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Day Pack, 15L
A blue nylon/Hypalon daypack with breathable padding, mesh bottle pockets, hydration sleeve, and fleece-lined electronics pocket.
(38)
$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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Women's L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Day Pack, 15L
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Day Pack, 15L
A gray nylon/Hypalon daypack with breathable foam straps, hydration sleeve, stretch mesh pockets, and secure compartments.
(23)
$99.95 $74.99
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What customers like:
Ample storage for snacks, jackets, and gear
Versatile for outdoor activities and hiking
Comfortable straps reduce shoulder weight
Holds multiple water bottles
Lightweight and easy to carry
$99.95 $74.99
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Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 24L
L.L.Bean Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 24L
A green nylon laptop backpack with padded laptop sleeve, organizer pockets, water-bottle pockets and comfortable straps.
(0)
$79.95 $59.99
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$79.95 $59.99
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Waxed Canvas Travel Backpack
L.L.Bean Waxed Canvas Travel Backpack
A blue waxed-canvas travel backpack with leather trim, padded laptop storage, and weather-resistant durability.
(0)
$170 $139.99
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$170 $139.99
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Women's L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Plus Day Pack, 22L
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Ridge Runner Plus Day Pack, 22L
A gray nylon hiking backpack with breathable padding, hydration sleeve, mesh pockets, and trekking pole attachments.
(0)
$120 $89.99
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$120 $89.99
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Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 32L
L.L.Bean Comfort Carry Laptop Pack, 32L
A green nylon laptop backpack with padded compartments, smart organization, water-bottle pockets and comfortable load-stabilizing straps.
(0)
$89.95 $89.95
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$89.95 $89.95
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L.L.Bean Ridge Runner 26L Plus Day Pack
L.L.Bean L.L.Bean Ridge Runner 26L Plus Day Pack
A gray nylon day pack with breathable cushioning, hydration sleeve, stretch bottle pockets, and trekking-pole attachment.
(0)
$120 $89.99
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$120 $89.99
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Waxed Canvas Backpack
L.L.Bean Waxed Canvas Backpack
A blue waxed-canvas backpack with leather trim, padded laptop storage, water bottle pockets, and trolley strap.
(0)
$130 $130
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$130 $130
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School Waterproof Backpacks

The school day often starts with a familiar scene: books stacked by the door, a lunch packed at the last minute and a few more things to find before heading out. School Waterproof Backpacks bring an important consideration to that daily routine, especially when rain is part of the morning forecast. Choosing one starts with what a student actually carries, not simply how large a bag looks in a photo. A folder that needs to lie flat, a full-size binder and a school-issued computer can each influence the size you need. Compare the backpack’s listed dimensions with those everyday essentials, and leave room for the items that don’t appear on the class supply list. It’s worth distinguishing waterproof construction from water-resistant construction, too. Read each item’s description carefully for the stated level of protection and any limitations, rather than assuming every bag offers the same coverage.

A good choice should make sense for both the student and the school’s requirements. For younger students, check the school’s supply list before choosing a smaller backpack; even an early-grade classroom may send home full-size folders. Older students may need to account for several binders, while college students might carry a different combination of books and class materials each day. Look at the available compartment measurements and layout, rather than relying on total capacity alone. If a computer will be coming along, compare its dimensions with those of any designated compartment. Think about where the lunch container will go, whether a water bottle has a separate place and how much searching it will take to find a pencil case. These details are worth checking in the individual descriptions and photos. A familiar packing routine—books together, small supplies in one place, tomorrow’s paperwork ready to reach—can also help narrow down which layout makes the most sense.

Style deserves a place in the decision alongside size and waterproof details. A backpack is something a student sees and carries throughout the school week, so a favorite color or a simple, timeless look can matter just as much to them as the measurements matter to the person shopping. If you’re choosing a backpack as a gift for the start of school, a birthday or the move to a new campus, inviting the recipient to help choose can make it feel more personal. Confirm any school rules about bag size or appearance before settling on a design, and review the care instructions so there are no surprises later. The most thoughtful choice reflects the student’s real day: what needs to come along, what needs its own space and what they’ll be happy to pick up from that spot beside the door.

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