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What customers say:
Customers overwhelmingly praise this backpack for exceptional waterproof performance and lightweight, packable design. Reviewers consistently report that contents stay completely dry in rain, snow, and even submersion, with electronics and essentials protected reliably. Many appreciate its compact foldability, ability to fit into luggage, and suitability as a day pack or emergency bag. However, some note limitations in interior organization, citing a single main compartment with minimal pockets and insufficient capacity for longer hikes or bulkier gear. A few mention awkward closure mechanisms or durability concerns. Despite these drawbacks, most consider it a dependable waterproof solution for travel and outdoor adventures.
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August 16, 2026
Good Pack, but a little bit of a puzzle
Used for: Travel
The pack is exactly what I wanted for resort travel, to go to the beach and pool. Like many others though I was scratchng my head on how the pack actually stows. There is an inte
New Jersey
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July 26, 2026
Straps broke the first time I used it.
I bought this waterproof backpack to go hiking in Costa Rica and it literally broke the very first hike I took! I was walking around a volcano so I literally had to tie the strap b
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August 1, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
We're very sorry that happened with your Stowaway Pack. Thank you for bringing this to our attention so we could help make it right.
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July 5, 2026
High and dry
Used for: Hiking
This did a great job keeping our gear dry in the wind and rain.
Atlanta
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July 5, 2026
GREAT WATER-PROOF BAG
Used for: Travel
Carried this bag on a very wet boat tour of Resurrection Bay, AK, and it kept our change of clothes and other items dry as could be. It will now be our extra bag where ever and wh
SPRINGFIELD, OHIO
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June 29, 2026
This backpack IS stowaway!
Used for: Travel, Cycling, Downhill Skiing, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
Do not listen to the negative reviews on this not being a stowaway backpack. The backpack turns in unto itself from the backflap, thus forming the pouch. There is NO separate pou
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June 29, 2026
Great day pack!
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
I bought this as a day pack for a trip to Costa Rica and I was pleased with how it kept things dry, was easy to pack, light weight, perfect size. It held my rain jacket , sunscreen
Arizona
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June 5, 2026
Water resistant but a bit small
This bag needed was too small. We needed a waterproof backpack for shore excursions on our trip to Alaska, but this bag didn’t hold anymore than a water bottle, a thin rain jacket
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June 8, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
We’re sorry the bag was smaller than expected for your trip needs. We appreciate your feedback and a member of our customer service team will be reaching out to you.
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June 3, 2026
Used for: Hiking
One of the seams on the straps has started coming apart despite having had it for less than a month. Otherwise seems like a great bag.
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June 4, 2026
By L.L. Bean Customer Service Team
We are sorry to hear about your experience with the strap. A member of our Customer Service Team will reach out to you.
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May 7, 2026
Not stowable
Used for: Hiking
The name of this product is not correct. The pack is not stowable. The inside pocket is way too small. The LL Bean non-waterproof stowable pack is a wonderful pack and I was hop
San Francisco
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April 24, 2026
Everything the Daypack was but better
Used for: Paddling, Hiking
Coming from a minimalist backpacking point of view; might be a niche review, but great for those who need it.
1. GET A BRIGHT COLOR. When this falls off the kayak you want to se
Austin, Texas
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March 29, 2026
Plenty of room for warm weather day hikes. Waterproof so no need to carry a pack cover. The bright orange color makes it suitable in hunting season
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March 26, 2026
Everything it claims to be
Used for: Travel, Hiking
I needed a waterproof, packable bag for day
hikes on a longer trail for an international trip. Didn’t want it the rest of the trip so it had to almost disappear in my luggage. It f
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March 13, 2026
Costa Rica trip
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
I bought this backpack for a trip to Costa Rica and it was perfect: lightweight, waterproof, small but large enough to hold everything I needed for hiking. I will be using it a lo
Florida
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March 5, 2026
Well made but….
Too small for my needs. Compact daypack, good color and waterproof!
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February 26, 2026
Waterproof and durable
Used for: Travel, Paddling, Hiking
I purchased the small waterproof backpack for keeping my phone and extra clothing dry while zodiac cruising in Antarctica . The pack was at my feet as we held on to the zodiac to k
New Hampshire
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February 24, 2026
Excellent for vacation adventures
Used for: Hiking
We have used these every day so far on vacation and are so glad we got them. Rain or shine they work. Dry towels, water bottles, a few snacks and we were set!
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February 6, 2026
Best value small waterproof travel backpack!
Used for: Travel, Paddling, Camping, Hiking
Took this to Antarctica to carry my DSLR camera with 200 mm lens while out in Zodiac and in snowy conditions. Lined it with a cheap kitchen drying mat for padding. Stowed flat for
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January 20, 2026
L.L.Bean Stowaway Waterproof Pack
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day, Camping, Hiking
This pack is really light weight, well designed and waterproof. Great value for your money.
Alabama
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January 15, 2026
Perfect size and waterproof daypack!
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
Love this size backpack for day hiking. Lightweight but holds plenty. Totally waterproof. Very happy with this purchase. The color is great!
Woodbury, TN
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January 15, 2026
Awesome travel daypack.
Used for: Travel
Love this. Took it to Europe in the winter as a sort of diaper bag, since precipitation is common and unpredictable. Zero regrets. We use a large fannypack as our actual diaper bag
Denver, CO
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