The North Face Crestone Backpack vs The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack

The main difference between the The North Face Crestone Backpack and the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack is that the Crestone Backpack has External Pockets (2 side slip in pockets, 1 front zip pocket, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top) while the Explore Haulaback Backpack does not.

The North Face Crestone Backpack - Front View
The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand The North Face The North Face
Name Crestone Backpack Explore Haulaback Backpack
Category Daypack Backpacking
Sub Category Outdoor Hiking
Capacity (L) 27.5L 43.5L
Dimensions (in) 18.13 x 11 x 8.25 1.5 x 11 x 23.5
Weight (lb) 1 3.34
Fabric 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish
Color Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black Peak Purple/Tnf Black
Warranty Lifetime
Rating 4.7 5
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Zippered opening at the top and side for easy access
External Pockets 2 side slip in pockets, 1 front zip pocket, Contrast embroidered The North Face logo on center top
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, simplified organization in front pocket, tablet sleeve and key fob Laptop compartment
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Two webbing top handles Four padded webbing handles
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded and protective 15" laptop sleeve Padded
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Travel Features Base / Bottom Dedicated zip bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded flat back panel
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket Dedicated zip bottom compartment to keep shoes and dirty laundry separate

You're currently comparing the Crestone Backpack by The North Face against the Explore Haulaback Backpack by The North Face.


The North Face's Crestone Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Outdoor features while The North Face's Explore Haulaback Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The The North Face Crestone Backpack has a capacity of 27.5L (liters), weighs 1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.13 x 11 x 8.25. It's made of and is available in Mild Grey Heather/TNF Black in comparison the The North Face Explore Haulaback Backpack's capacity is 43.5L with a size of 1.5 x 11 x 23.5 inches. Constructed from 900D 100% polyester with non-PFC durable water-repellent finish it weighs 3.34 pounds and is available in Peak Purple/Tnf Black.