When the school year starts you need a pack that can survive being stuffed in a locker, used as a pillow in the park, and dragged onto the bus. Designed with durable recycled fabrics, a padded laptop/tablet sleeve, and zippered accessory pockets for organization, the Chiquillo can handle all that and more.
Dual water bottle pockets
Interior organization pockets
16" padded laptop sleeve
Front zippered pocket with key clip
Webbing attachment loops
Also available in 30L
Item #10941392
Core Product ID 333333YQQZ
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Youth-sized unisex daypack designed for everyday carry and school use. Compact 26L capacity fits a 16" laptop in the padded sleeve plus books, lunch, and layers. Adjustable shoulder straps and a lightly padded back panel provide comfortable all-day wear for day trips, commuting, and school. Water-resistant fabric helps protect contents from light rain and snow.
This item has a different return policy. Items sold and shipped by Cotopaxi can be returned by mail or to a Nordstrom store within 90 days of when the item shipped and must be in new condition, with tags attached.
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This Certified B Corporation is named for an active stratovolcano in Ecuador, where founder Davis Smith lived in his youth. Known for its inventive, thoughtful approach to design, Cotopaxi guarantees every product for 61 years. One percent of its revenue is donated to charities worldwide.
It’s the perfect size for my husband for a day hike. I have one that I use and wouldn’t have bought any other brand for my husband. I love my Cotopaxi backpack. They also fix perfectly under the seat on an airplane when we travel
Donna J.
Most helpful critical review
May 23, 2026
Chiquillo day pack
I was really underwhelmed with this backpack. It’s 26L but feel incredibly small. The side pockets are so tight and barely fit my waterbottle. I love the colors, but I wouldn’t buy another one of the day packs again in comparison to one of the multi day packs that I love and still use
Francesca C.
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Sept 20, 2026
Bigger than I thought. Not
Bigger than I thought. Not comfortable just yet. Probably needs broke in.
Sarah V.
Sept 7, 2026
Perfect suze
It’s the perfect size for my husband for a day hike. I have one that I use and wouldn’t have bought any other brand for my husband. I love my Cotopaxi backpack. They also fix perfectly under the seat on an airplane when we travel
Donna J.
Aug 20, 2026
Very good
I liked the color and accents. It was spacious and well built
Harrison T.
July 24, 2026
The Most Adventurous Backpack Ever!!
I ordered the Chiquillo 26L backpack expecting the usual high Cotopaxi quality and received so much more instead! While a little bit tall for my stature, I can confidently say that this backpack will not only get me from class to class as a college student, but will also be a very valuable foundation for those last minute trips or hiking getaways! There’s plenty of storage and both an iPad and laptop protective sleeve; it looks smaller than it is from the outside, much to my surprise!
I will 100% be repurchasing my backpack (if I ever need to) and reccomended it to my boyfriend for his college adventures!! Stay safe and sick!
ADDISON S.
July 8, 2026
Well Made and Lightweight
Like the colors and the finishes of this product; good price, too!
Scott R.
July 2, 2026
Love my second Cotopaxi backpack!
Bought my first Cotopaxi backpack a few years ago. It is a lightweight, casual “string” backpack. Liked it so much I bought a more heavy-duty Cotopaxi backpack and it’s perfect. Love the bright colors!