Compact lightweight pack for everyday outdoor and photo carry.

The Outdoor Backpack 18L distills the comfort, versatility, and modularity of Peak Design’s larger outdoor packs into a compact, lightweight daypack that feels equally at home on the trail, on the bike, or on your daily commute. Designed to work seamlessly with Peak Design’s Packing Tools ecosystem, it can be configured to carry everyday essentials, hydration, and layers—or dialed in for camera carry with a securely clipped-in Camera Cube when photography is part of the plan.

A low-profile, hyper-adjustable harness provides exceptional comfort without bulk. Vest-style shoulder straps distribute weight across your torso to reduce fatigue while offering quick-access storage and Capture Camera Clip attachment points. For heavier or longer carries, an optional padded hip belt adds stability, storage, and additional Capture mounting options.

Access and organization stay simple and intuitive. A full rear access panel makes packing easy and creates an ideal layout for outdoor camera carry, while two external stretch pockets securely hold items like water bottles, jackets, trekking poles, or a tripod without compromising the bag’s clean silhouette. Built from abrasion-resistant, weatherproof Terra Shell fabric with integrated external carry systems, the Outdoor Backpack 18L delivers adaptable performance in a refined, minimalist package—ready for whatever your day calls for, camera or not.

Fits 1 Smedium Camera Cube. Designed for light single-day adventures. Want something bigger? Try the Outdoor Backpack 25L or 45L.

*Accessories sold separately.

Features:

Access:

• Massive rear panel accessible via a burly #8 weatherproof UltraZip

Harness & Comfort:

• Greater comfort with low-profile padded vest-style straps that distribute weight better and provide quick-access storage
• Shoulder straps feature mesh storage pockets with hidden Capture Clip attachment points (clip sold separately)
• Dual quick-adjusting sternum straps for a more active and ergonomic fit (use both, one, or none)
• Top grab handle
• Available quick-attaching, hyper-adjustable padded Hip Belt (with storage and Capture Clip attachment point) sold separately
• Padded back panels with center airflow channel
• Breathable, quick-drying perforated foam padding on back panels, shoulder straps

Capacity:

18L

Fits:

Internal Carry:

• Hydration sleeve (with bladder attachment loop) can be converted to laptop sleeve for up to 16" Macbook Pro
• Hydration hose pass-through prevents water ingress
• Totally customizable modular internal storage with Peak Design Packing Tools (sold separately)
• Removable key tether can be relocated to different pockets
  

External Carry:

• Plenty of room for water bottles, hiking poles, tripods, and other long items on the sides
• 2 weatherproof #5 UltraZip pockets for small items like map, compass (fits an X-small or XX-small Ultralight Packing Cube)
• Cord Hook quick-cinching External Carry Cords (2x) let you carry items outside of your bag
• Cord Hook elastic Gear Loops (2x) provide an additional fast & simple external carry option
• External Carry Cords and Gear Loops made from ultra-strong abrasion-resistant UHMWPE cord
• Hidden Cord Rails™ let you mount external Carry Cords, Gear Loops, or other items nearly anywhere outside the bag
• Use Carry Cords & Gear Loops for mounting Peak Design Ultralight Packing Cubes (sold separately) for modular external storage
• Use Carry Cords & Cord Rails™ to compress sides of bag for better load distribution
  

Photo/Video Gear Carry:

• Perfectly sized to work with a Smedium-sized Peak Design Camera Cube (sold separately)
• Ideal for kits up to mirrorless/DSLR body and 3-4 lenses

Camera Cube Capacity:

• Fits 1x Smedium Camera Cube, with option to place X-Small Camera Cube above it.
• Not compatible with Small, Medium, or Large sizes.
  

Dimensions:

External Dimensions: 18.74" x 10.83" x 6.10"
Internal Dimensions: 18.54" x 10.63" x 5.91"

Weight:

1.94 lbs

Materials:

• Ultralight Terra Shell 210D ripstop exterior fabric is weatherproof, 100% recycled, and Bluesign approved
• Internal PU coating - exterior rated at 1500mm hydrostatic
• PFAS-free water-repellant treatment is a more eco-friendly option to standard DWR
• Super-durable #8 and #5 weatherproof UltraZips with abrasion-resistant UHMWPE thread
• All cording made from ultra high-strength UHMWPE for extended durability
• Blended nylon and UHMWPE stretch mesh pockets
• Breathable nylon mesh harness and backpanel
• Bluesign certified nylon webbing
• Nylon Cord Hook and strap adjustment hardware
• High-strength custom aluminum hardware for harness and strap adjustment

Protection & Care:

• Primary exterior fabric is ultralight Terra Shell 210D ripstop 100% recycled nylon
• Secondary exterior fabric (front and bottom) is Terra Shell 210D ripstop with TPU coating (non-recycled)
• PFAS-free water repelling treatment with interior PU coating
• Bag is functionally weatherproof and has optional Rain Fly (sold separately) for total waterproofing
• Spot clean with warm water and mild detergent, hand-wash only
• Fair Trade Certified and 100% carbon neutral.

FAQ:

What are the differences between the 25L model?

• Smaller total capacity
• 20% lighter
• Simpler aesthetic profile
• No rolltop access or expansion (rear access only)
• External Flex Pockets replaced with 2 separate side pockets

Manufacturer SKU:

BABPZ-18-BK-1

In The Box:

Peak Design Outdoor 18L Backpack Zip - Black
2x Cord Hook Gear Loops
2x Cord Hook External Carry Cords
1x Key Tether
2x Sternum Straps
Limited Lifetime Manufacturer Warranty

 

 

Note: Hip Belt and Camera Cubes are sold separately