10 Best Backpacking Sleeping Bag in 2023

Jian 4 Season Down Sleeping Bag

The Jian Down Sleeping Bag comes in at amazing value for a 4 season sleeping bag, one would expect to pay a little more for a quality 4 season bag.

The best thing about this bag is that it’s warm, soft, and cozy while being light and compact. The sleeping bag weighs just 2.5lbs and packs down to 12×6 inches, not bad going.

The outer shell is made from durable nylon while the inside is filled with a lot of duck down with a decent fill power to ensure you stay warm. This one is rated to 15F but some users have reported that at 15F it’s very cold, so perhaps it’s better to consider this a 3 season bag.

The sleeping bag is hydrophobic, it repels moisture to ensure you stay dry, even if your feet pop out the tent and get a bit dewy. It’s quite a durable bag with good zippers and comes with a lifetime warranty.

WINNER OUTFITTERS Mummy Sleeping Bag

The WINNER OUTFITTERS Mummy Sleeping Bag is made to keep you warm at 20F and makes this a 3-4 season sleeping bag. It’s incredible value and with such a low price you’d expect it to be large and bulky but that’s not the case.

The sleeping bag weighs just 2.8lbs and compresses down to 9.8 x 8.5 x 8.5 inches, making it ideal for backpacking. It’ll easily fit in the sleeping bag compartment of your backpacking backpack and won’t weigh you down as you hike around.

The outer shell is made from 350T Polyester making the entire sleeping bag waterproof, rip-stop, and soft to touch. Ideal for those rainy camping weekends or for river camping trips, this bag will stay dry.

It’s filled with 200G/㎡ Hollow Fiber fill power that not only keeps you warm but is also pro-environmental and non-allergenic. The combination of polyester and hollow-fill make this bag machine washable, simply put it in the washing machine after each trip and hang it out to dry, how easy is that!

There is a double SBS zipper that allows you to adjust how warm it is by opening up the bottom. For those of you who get hot feet, this is an added bonus. It also features draft collars and zipper draft tubes to keep the heat in.

This is an awesome, budget-friendly bag, ideal for backpacking.

Hyke & Byke Snowmass Sleeping Bag

Hyke & Byke are known for making quality outdoor gear at more affordable prices, in fact, that’s their company mission. Their Snowmass Sleeping Bag is ideal for those who like backpack all year round, whether in the snow or on ice, this sleeping bag will keep you warm to zero F.

This option is great, with a hydrophobic 650 fill power, duck down fill, and combined with a revolutionary ClusterLoft base to increase its durability under compression and moisture resistance. This means you get a longer-lasting, warmer, duck-down option that you usually would.

The sleeping bag weighs 3.2lbs and is a little heavier than others in the review but it’s still light for a 4 season sleeping bag. It packs down to a mere 11×8 inches so finding space for it won’t be a problem.

It is very durable thanks to the YKK zippers and 400T 20 D ripstop nylon fabric liner, plus it also comes with a lifetime warranty if anything should go wrong.

If you’re into winter camping then this is one of the best value backpacking sleeping bags you can find.

TETON Sports LEEF Mummy Sleeping Bag

The TETON Sports LEEF Mummy Sleeping Bag is another great value sleeping bag that’s light, portable, and ideal for backpacking.

The sleeping bag weighs just 2.9lbs and comes with a handy stuff sack to get it into a compact size. It doesn’t get down small enough to fit horizontally in most backpacks though and you’ll most likely have to store it vertically.

It has a 3-4 season rating but it’s better for 3 seasons. Some customers have been warm at 35F while others have had to layer up. So the fill power is decent, but not mind-blowing. There is added insulation in the foot box to keep your feet warm and the hood pulls nicely around your face to ensure your head stays warm. Also, keep in mind, mummy bags are often better at keeping you warm as they better fit the body’s overall shape. They can also help to give a better warmth to weight ratio.

The outer shell is water-resistant and durable while the inner lining is soft to keep you comfy. There is an interior pocket for valuables or a torch and the zippers are anti-snag to make sure it opens and closes easily.

Unfortunately, it also absorbs odors and it’s not that easy to get back into the stuff sack. Overall it’s a pretty amazing sleeping bag for the price amongst more expensive mummy bags.

Coleman North Rim Sleeping Bag

When it comes to sleeping bags, Coleman are pretty well known and they make quality sleeping bags for a very affordable price.

Their North Rim Sleeping Bag is made to handle temperatures with a lower limit of around 0F (temperature rating), which means a good warmth-to-weight ratio. Some users have found that it’s comfortable at 20F and others have complained they’re cold at 10F, so it’s a bit hit and miss. It’s advisable to think of it as a 3 season bag and not a 4 season.

The outer cover is made from ripstop polyester for durability and water resistance. It’s stuffed in a quilting construction to keep you warm. It comes with Thermolock draft tubes, an extra insulated foot box, and a drawstring hood to ensure no warmth escapes.

You can also unzip the bottom on hot nights to keep you cool and get those feet out of the extra warm foot box.

It’s been made for people up to 6ft 2inches but it is a bit of a tight fit. If you’re on the larger side it might be tricky to get in and roll around in the night. It’s also tricky to stuff it back in the sleeping bag but after a few tries, you’ll get the hang of it.

Overall a great value option that does that job, just don’t be sleeping at 0F in it.

Bessport Mummy Winter Sleeping Bag

The Bessport Mummy Winter Sleeping Bag comes with amazing value and reliable quality. Two things don’t often go hand in hand. The bag comes in a few options, summer or winter, and 4 color options. We’re going to focus on the winter option, as being warm is key.

It’s made to be used down to a lower limit of 14F (temperature rating), again some users agree with this, others don’t, but everyone is different in terms of staying warm. Some people are cold at the beach, no idea what sleeping bag would keep them toasty.

The 350GSM spray-boned cotton insulation keeps you warm from 32 to 59 Fahrenheit and keeps temperature limits to 14 Fahrenheit. Perfect for 3 season camping and pushing it to 4.

The 210T ripstop polyester shell keeps you dry and protected from windy and wet weather while the double layer makes sure the sleeping bag is durable and won’t rip.

This sleeping bag weighs in at 3.6lbs, not bad for a winter bag, and packs down to a pretty good size that will fit comfortably in a 65L backpack. This makes it pretty ideal for backpacking, even in cold weather.

It also features a media pocket, SBS zippers, anti-snag slider, wide shoulder, vented foot box, snag-free velcro, and a drawstring hood. It’s also machine washable to make things even easier.

Overall it’s a great sleeping bag for backpacking that’ll keep you warm most of the year.

ECOOPRO Sleeping Bag

The ECOOPRO Sleeping Bag is made for warm summer camping and is the lightest and most affordable sleeping bag in the review. Weighing in at only 1.7lbs and measuring just 11 inches high when packed, you can see why it’s so portable. This one will slide into your backpack without fail.

This summer bag will keep you warm from 55 to 60℉ and is super comfortable to sleep in. The sleeping bag is filled with soft premium TC Cotton with a skin-friendly, breathable polyester inner lining.

The outer shell is made from durable and waterproof nylon to keep it safe in damp environments and to ensure it doesn’t rip when snagged on a branch or two. It comes in one size that fits most adults or two children who can sleep comfortably inside.

It’s made with quality zippers, folds neatly into the sack provided, and comes with a full-year warranty.

If you’re into summer camping and like to backpack light, this is the sleeping bag for you.

VENTURE 4TH Backpacking Sleeping Bag

The VENTURE 4TH Backpacking Sleeping Bag is another summer sleeping bag that’s also great value. Its shell is made from 210T water-resistant polyester to ensure you stay warm and dry in wet summer weather. It’s also breathable and you won’t overheat in temperatures up to 70F.

The filling is also polyester which is soft on your skin and a pretty good insulator. You’ll feel comfy and cozy in this little sleeping bag and if you get too hot you can always unzip the bottom and poke your feet out.

The sleeping bag weighs 2.9lbs, which is quite light but certainly not the lightest, nevertheless, it’ll easily fit in your bag when you go off backpacking into the outdoors.

This sleeping bag is a little small and won’t fit people 6ft tall and over. Overall a pretty good value, portable, summer sleeping bag.

HiHiker Camping Sleeping Bag

This HiHiker Camping Sleeping Bag is made to be used as a bedroll, not just a sleeping bag, so you can sleep outside around the fire without concern of getting cold. I know what you light backpacking enthusiasts might be thinking ‘ that’s not going in my backpack’, well you might be wrong about that.

The sleeping bag and the included pillow stuff down to a mere 10 inches, the perfect size to fit in the sleeping bag compartment of a 65L backpack. It’s not only light and compact but warm too.

The sleeping bag is rated for 4 seasons and temperatures ranging from a lower limit of 25F and upwards. It’s water-resistant and comes with double zippers so you can open some ventilation when it gets a bit hot.

Their sleeping bags are machine washable and very affordable. If you’re looking for great value sleeping bags for backpacking, they are a good choice. Plus it comes with a lifetime guarantee.

The only drawback is that it is a little narrow for larger backpackers and you may find it a bit too snug.

Marmot Trestles Sleeping Bag

Marmot is one of the top sleeping bag manufacturers around and their Trestles Sleeping Bag combines their great quality with affordability.

The sleeping bag comes in two sizes, long and regular, a bonus for you taller backpackers out there. It’s filled with SpiraFil high loft insulation for maximum warmth and durability. It has been tested down to temperatures of 30F and will certainly stand up to that statement.

The outer shell is 70D polyester making the bag soft, durable, and water-resistant. It’ll survive a lot of time in the wild, and features a full-length two-way YKK zipper. There is also a fold-down secondary zipper for extra ventilation and easy access if you need it.

The bag weighs 3lbs and packs down to a size of 10L. It’ll easily slot into your backpack and be ready for any sleepy adventures.

This sleeping bag is a little expensive compared to some in the review but it’s worth it for the quality.