A cozy sleeping bag can make a huge difference when it comes to the best camping trip ever versus the worst. Here at Backpackers we believe that a good night’s sleep is worth its weight in gold! Being well rested means more miles, more fun and more adventure! Snoozing in style means plenty of ZZZ’s and we’ve put our gear testers to work testing out loads of sleeping bags in order to bring you this round up of the best sleeping bags of 2024.
We looked at comfort, packability and weight first and foremost. Additional features came second! If you’re in the market for a new sleeping bag, one of the sleeping bags here is sure to check all your most important marks.
Check out our picks for the best sleeping bags of 2024 below!
Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag
If you are looking for an ultralight sleeping bag that comes in a range of great temperature ratings the Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag is a perfect pick. With 800 fill power HyperDry™ down and a DWR treated shell, you will be confident, comfortable and cozy all year round. The 30 degree bag weighs in at 1 pound 7 ounces, while the -15 degree bag comes in at 3 pounds 3.5 ounces. Really good weight to temperature ratings are one of the main things to love about these sleeping bags. Other things to love? The center zip, the anatomical tapered design, and the anti-snag zippers!
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Sea To Summit Spark Down Sleeping Bag
Quality and comfort matter a lot, and Sea To Summit’s Spark Down Sleeping Bag off plenty of both! Available from 45 degrees all the way down to zero degrees, you’re covered year round. This bag is available in women’s sizing as well. It is filled with RDS-certified 850+ fillpower goose down treated with a non-PFC Ultra-Dry Down treatment. The hood and footbox are highly water resistant. This means if you expect condensation on your backpacking trip, you’ll stay dry inside this bag. And dry means warm. Always a company who stands by their gear, the Sea to Summit Guarantee is offered for the lifetime of this sleeping bag.
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Sierra Designs Backcountry Bed 650
Sierra Designs Backcountry Bed is an award winning sleeping bag. It’s got a bit of a fan-base too! It’s great for side and stomach sleepers. And the zipperless, integrated comforter prevents getting tangled and twisted overnight. The Backcountry Bed also has a sleeping pad sleeve to keep your bed in place all night. Even if you move all over the place while you sleep. This sleeping bag also has temperature features. The self-sealing foot vent, insulated shoulder pockets and cinchable hood make getting your temperate right easy! And that really impacts how sound you will sleep on your adventure. This sleeping bag is rated to 20 degrees and weighs in at 2 pounds 6 ounces.
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Nemo Equipment Forte Synthetic Sleeping Bag
Available in a 20 degree or 35 degree option, Nemo Equipment’s Forte Synthetic Sleeping Bag is a wonderful and affordable 3-season sleeping bag. The Forte is made from 100% recycled materials and comes with Nemo’s lifetime guarantee. It features Nemo’s Classic Spoon® shape which adds room at elbows and knees perfect for side sleepers. The 20 degree bag weighs in at 3 pounds 7 ounces, which is on the heavy size. But of course this is because it’s a synthetic sleeping bag. If a synthetic sleeping bag is something you’re looking for, this is a top pick to hit that mark.
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Kelty Cosmic 20 Sleeping Bag
Another award winner on our list, Kelty’s Cosmic 20 Sleeping Bag is a favorite! It is a 550-fill-power down mummy style sleeping bag. Rated to 20 degrees, the regular length weighs in at 2 pounds 7 ounces. The Cosmic 20 utilizes trapezoidal baffle construction which provides thermal efficiency. It has a zippered internal stash pocket, so you can keep your phone or headlamp within reach. When most folks imagine a classic sleeping bag style, Kelty’s Cosmic 20 Sleeping Bag is the exact style that comes to mind!
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Western Mountaineering UltraLite Sleeping Bag
If you’re looking for a premium, ultralight down sleeping bag built to last a lifetime, this one is for you! Western Mountaineering makes top of the line sleeping bags and their UltraLite Sleeping Bag is our pick to make this list! This is a mummy style sleeping bag that is rated to 20 degrees. It’s available in three lengths and you can choose which side you’d like the zipper on. It’s filled with 850+ Fill Power ethically-sourced premium goose down. It features a fully insulated draft collar that seals in inner heat without adding much weight. Speaking of weight, the regular length sleeping bag comes in at a scant 1 pound 13 ounces! When it comes to warmth to weight ratio, this is obviously hard to beat!
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REI Co-op Magma 30 Sleeping Bag
A great sleeping bag that comes in at a great price, REI Co-op’s Magma 30 Sleeping Bag is the favorite of many! It’s available in six sizes and is rated to 30 degrees. Making it a nice option for three season camping. It features a recycled DWR treated shell, water-resistant 850-fill-power goose down and a wrap around zipper. Every Magma 30 Sleeping Bag size weighs in below 2 pounds! The smallest size weighs 1 pound 5.6 ounces. The largest size weighs 1 pound 11.8 ounces. When you buy this sleeping bag you also get a $30 bonus card. This one purchase alone pays for your REI Lifetime Membership. Pretty awesome!
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Big Agnes Anthracite 20 Sleeping Bag
The second synthetic fill sleeping bag to make our list, say hello to Big Agnes’ Anthracite 20 Sleeping Bag! This is a traditional mummy style sleeping bag, that uses Fireline PRO Eco recycled synthetic fibers. The Anthracite 20 Sleeping Bag is rated to 20 degrees and the regular length weighs 2 pounds 12 ounces. A nice feature of the Big Agnes Anthracite 20 Sleeping Bag are the exterior loops, which allow you to hang the bag to let it dry out. This might seem like a non-essential feature, but it’s extremely handy if you do a lot of backpacking. This is a lot of people’s favorite or most-used sleeping bag. A few of our gear testers swear by it!
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Sea To Summit Traveller 45 Down Sleeping Bag
Sea To Summit’s Traveller 45 Down Sleeping Bag is a unique pick! This sleeping bag is rated to 20 degrees and weighs in at 1 pound 3.3 ounces for the regular length. It uses 650+ fill-power duck down with a non-PFC Ultra-Dry down treatment to keep dry in damp conditions. The Traveller’s design is really cool. It uses a full-length zipper and footbox drawcord that can be opened for ventilation, allow you to use the bag like a quilt, or let you zip 2 Travellers together. The design makes it a no-brainer sleeping bag if you plan to thru-hike in hot places or have adventures that take you into different climates.
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REI Co-op Siesta Hooded 20 Sleeping Bag
Rounding out the best sleeping bags of 2024, we bring you REI Co-op’s Siesta Hooded 20 Sleeping Bag. This sleeping bag is super spacious, filled with synthetic insulation and rated to 20 degrees. It’s absolutely perfect for car camping as it puts comfort and coziness above all else! It’s toasty warm and has an oh-so-soft hood and liner. The regular length weighs in at 5 pounds 5 ounces. So don’t plan to crush those miles with this sleeping bag on your back. But if you want an easy peasy car camping weekend, or a luxurious basecamp, REI’s Siesta Gooded 20 Sleeping Bag is just the ticket!
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