- The North Face® Borealis Mini Backpack is perfect for shorter adventures.
- External bungee-compression system.
- External secure-zip pocket.
- Main compartment includes a secure-zip mesh pocket and padded tablet sleeve.
- Padded top grab handle.
- Reflective details.
- Two water bottle pockets that can easily double as multi-use pockets with quick-draw smartphone access on one side.
- U-Pull YKK® zippers.
- Volume: 10 liters.
- Imported.
- Measurements:
- Bottom Width: 8 2⁄3 in
- Depth: 4 2⁄13 in
- Height: 13 1⁄2 in
- Weight: 12 oz
The North Face Borealis Mini Backpack | Backpacks
$59.00 Original price was: $59.00.$41.30Current price is: $41.30.
SKU: Backpacks 9501836 Categories: Backpacks, Bags Tags: Dark Cornflower Dark Heather, Gardenia White/TNF Black-NPF, Khaki Stone, Peak Purple/TNF Black, Solar Blue/TNF Black, Steel Blue Dark Heather/Steel Blue, TNF Black/TNF Black-NPF
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| Color | Dark Cornflower Dark Heather, Gardenia White/TNF Black-NPF, Khaki Stone, Peak Purple/TNF Black, Solar Blue/TNF Black, Steel Blue Dark Heather/Steel Blue, TNF Black/TNF Black-NPF |
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| size | One Size |
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Sydney –
I look this bag to Arches and Canyon Lands, and let me just say it’s amazing. It fit my water bottle, snacks, and my other products needed for a light carry doing heavy walking/hiking. I even used it for an everyday bag and it’s amazing. If you are thinking of buying it, buy it, it’s amazing. You’re welcome.
Syd –
I took this bag to Arches and Canyon Lands and it was perfect. Had plenty of space for my hiking gear and food and was still lightweight. Also used it as an everyday bag and it was stylish and comfortable. If you are thinking of buying it, buy it.
Pamela –
Very very happy!! Great, smart design. I have literally taken it from church to trail. It holds my Bible & notebook; and a can of bug sray, pack of trail snacks, etc too. It really is the perfect size. It’s not too big and not too small. Also has great padding, really comfortable on my back. One of my best North Face packs!
Valerie –
For me, this is the *perfect* every day bag.
I hesitated for a while because I couldn’t really tell the size. So here, have a picture of my mini next to my borealis.
Lindsay –
This mini backpack is a great grab and go pack. I recently took it on a trip to Florida and it held all my necessities plus my kids daily essentials. I was able to put my wallet, phone, keys, mini first aid, hand sanitizer, pouch with little extras, my son’s diaper and wipes, his water bottle and ipad mini. I have also been taking this to the dog park and it holds all my dogs needs as well. I like the strap adjustment and the back padding, it makes the pack comfortable to wear for extended periods of time.There are also tons of places to clip items onto the bag. A standard size water bottle doesn’t fit in the side pouch, i just put my phone in there for an easy reach. I would recommend the Borealis mini.
Valerie –
I went back and forth about this backpack for a while because it isn’t very easy to tell exactly how small it is. It’s pretty small. My regular notebook sized planner will fit, but not super easily.
Since this backpack came I haven’t used another bag for my everyday life. The size is perfect for running errands and things around the city and not big enough that it feels like everyone who works in the store is watching you.
Lizbeth –
It’s a perfect size for my 3 year old for 3K she loves it when we get home she doesn’t want to take it off it’s that comfortable and looks super duper cute it’s like a yellow mustard definitely going to get more colors throughout the year
Hangstaboo –
This was perfect for traveling and hiking!
Nallely –
GREAT! Backpack and very spacious. I read a lot of reviews where people said it was too small and couldn’t fit stuff. YES, the side pocket doesn’t fit a yeti or a hydro flask but it does inside the bag and a 40oz bag. I was able to fit my iPad, Bose headphones, charging stuff with cables and a lot more and still had space. I originally had bought it for a Savannah trip where we would be walking a lot and wanted to have something rugged but still cute and my bag pulled through. I had it on all day and as I shopped I put it in my bag and even though throughout the day it started to get heavier the cushion on the back and straps was great! I now use it everyday and don’t have to worry about it being on the floor or getting messed up. I would most def recommend and buy it again.
Amateur C –
I use this mini backpack to hold all my daily essentials. It has the space of a roomy purse for normal shopping/walking around but with the hands-free part of a backpack. It’s versatile enough to also use on outdoor hikes to climbing walls. It holds my water bottle, climbing harness and I can even strap on my climbing shoes on the front. Straps are padded, adjustable, and comfy.
Kristen –
This backpack is the perfect size! I used it for a week straight at Disney World and it was able to hold a light jacket, a water bottle, wallet, snacks, and some small toiletries like hand sanitizer and sunscreen. At the same time, it didn’t feel bulky or heavy and was great in the heat and rain. I couldn’t have hoped for a better bag!
Nikki –
My mom, daughter and I use this bag as our everyday “purse” We love it so much we don’t use regular purses anymore. It is so convenient for travel and for everyday use. Hands free shopping is the best. It is excellent quality, stylish, comfortable, light weight, many pockets and lots of places to hangs things on the bag like sanitizer, hair ties, cute keychains. I cannot say enough about this mini back pack. I saw someone in Disneyland with one, and had to get one. I bought myself one then my family wanted one so bought them one, then a friend saw ours and wanted one.
Brandystar5 –
This is the most amazing mini backpack purse I’ve ever bought and used. My bag never faulters. I don’t have to worry about walking in the rain. I’ve used mine everyday since September 2021. 8 months and still going strong!!! I recommend this bag to anyone and everyone, especially if your rough on your belongings.
Amanda –
It’s perfect for quick errands and day trips, and it easily holds my iPad Air. Some people have said that it can’t hold a water bottle in the water bottle pocket, and it can. I can fit a standard 16 fl oz Poland Spring bottle in it. It also has a pocket with a flap on the other side of the bag, which is super useful for storing keys or other random objects. One of the best things about this bag is the handles. Many mini backpacks have thin handles, which make them uncomfortable to wear. Thankfully, the backpack has padding, and I have no issues wearing it all day. I also love that it is a structured backpack, and I don’t have to worry about my things moving all over inside it. I definitely recommend this bag, and I love to see other NorthFace backpacks made in this way.
Glory T –
I originally purchased this bag for hiking. It fits my water, juice, snacks, sunglasses, and other essentials comfortably. The side pocket on the outside is too small for your water bottle. I currently use it for a travel size bug spray. But I do wish that pocket was a little larger. In summary it does what I need it to do. I’ve also been doubling it as a travel bag for my toddler who no longer needs a full diaper back pack. It holds her current necessities comfortably and I use the front pocket for my wallet. All in all a good investment and I do recommend.
Lady P –
I purchased this bag to use for a week long vacation to Legoland. I packed it with the tickets, printouts, room key, car key, my mini iPad, small wallet, pack of tissues, napkins, spoons, straws, some legos, wipes and sunscreen. Did I mentioned I have three boys? Yup it was perfect for the trip and it survived!
Katie0815 –
I’m a petite person, less than 100#; starting to travel. Purchased a new Mini Borealis 10L Backpack; Travelled fully loaded with my mini, then went on a hike in Hawaii; both times very comfortable, padded backpack in the back lends so much comfort while it was fully loaded. The straps are wonderful not too thick. There are two key holders on both sides of the straps and having the keys available right on the straps was perfect. Not hunting for my keys was a huge plus after ending my PM shift. Mini pocket on the side fits perfectly with my extended battery iPhone.
CON: There is a slight drawback on the strap. Where the strap is connected to the backpack it started to fray pretty badly and that compromised the integrity of the whole backpack. It could have been prevented had the strap ends were sealed properly. I’m hoping it was just a fluke accident. I have purchased many heavy book backpacks and never had the strap frayed so badly. I’m giving it a 4-Stars.
Lisette –
I love this backpack! It’s small enough to carry around everyday and fits everything I need. I bought it for a plane trip and I’m still using it for school. It has a cushioned pocket big enough to fit my iPad. The color and quality is amazing and I’ve recommended it to my friends and family!
JP –
Overall, I am very satisfied as it is what I expected. The most practical usage for it is walking around the city or just going on a very short hike to carry some drinks, snacks, and a t-shirt.
V –
I love it, currently have in two different colors the white and grey, and green and blue. Green and blue is my favorite. I fit my iPad, along with other items and still have space for more. I wish they had it in YELLOW the way they have the single sling yellow min. I purchased that one as well but returned it because it was way too small. North face I need more colors please!
Stella –
Love it! So comfortable and cute! I wasn’t aware there was memory foam on the back part of the backpack so I was very excited to see that.
Gloria –
I absolutely love this little backpack. It’s structured nicely so it doesn’t move while you’re walking. It has just enough pockets and the extra chord in the front is great for last minute hats or gloves I need to bring with me. I barely feel it and I’m so grateful I switched from a flimsy bag to a quality north face product.
Jmel –
The backpack is adorable, but there are 0 water bottle pockets when TNF is advertising 2. One side literally doesn’t even pretend to be a water bottle pocket, it’s a phone pocket with a flap. The other side doesn’t fit my slim water bottle in it, probably wouldn’t even fit a disposable water bottle pocket. A bit disappointed that TNF is advertising 2 bottle pockets because it was a waste of my time ordering this knowing what it’s really like. But if you can put your water bottle inside the bag and don’t need to fit much else in, that would work.
Bobs –
I use this backpack as an everyday bag/Purse love the style ad the nylon material its water proof to some since and the two side pockets are not big enough for a water bottle but can fit a cell phone in one and on the other pocket I put my ear buds I just can’t say enough good stuff about this bag once I seen I knew i had to get it I just ordered this bag in another color the current color i have is gray and rose pink and I get so many compliments on it. I would recommend this bag to everyone I have used jansport half pint and when I found this one i will never use jansport again
Van –
I’ve been using this backpack for about 6 months now. I mainly use it for road trips, day hikes, and the gym. On hikes, it can fit about 1 to 2 L of water, sunscreen, insect, repellent, a few snacks, and a light piece of clothing / windbreaker. The mesh pocket inside the main compartment is very useful for holding valuables. The side pockets are narrow, can hold sunscreen, bug repellent, sunglasses, or a phone. Very comfortable for all day wear. I bought the white color way; gets scuffed/stained however washes out in the washer easily. Very pleased with this backpack.