Waterproof Hunting Backpack with Chair & Camo Hunting Bags

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Chairpack XWP40 - The Waterproof Hunting Backpack with built in chair

259.00 EUR 399.00 EUR

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Hunting Backpack ARGO® Camouflage

35.00 EUR 49.00 EUR

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Waterproof Hunting Backpacks Built for Real Hunting Conditions

Your waterproof hunting backpack does more than carry your gear. A good hunting backpack protects your hunting gear and keeps it organized. It keeps your optics, ammo, spare layers, and camera gear dry when the weather turns. It keeps your stuff quiet so you do not spook game. And it rides on your back for hours, so it has to stay comfortable the whole time.

A cheap pack fails at the worst moment. The seams leak in heavy rain. The zippers click just as you reach for your rangefinder. The shoulder straps dig in by mid-afternoon. A good hunting backpack fixes all of that. It seals out the rain where other packs leak, moves without a sound, and spreads the weight so you stay fresh. Water-resistant packs are fine for light rain, but a fully waterproof hunting bag keeps your gear dry through a long, wet day. Build it tough and durable, and the same pack carries you through season after season.

Choose the Right Hunting Backpack for Your Style

The best hunting pack for you depends on your style. Many hunting packs look the same on a shelf, but they are not built for the same day out. Think about where you hunt, how long you sit or walk, and what the weather does. Most hunters fall into one of a few styles. Here is how to match a pack to yours.

Driven Hunts and Long Waiting Hours

On a driven hunt for big game like wild boar, you stand or sit for hours and wait for the animals to come to you. Comfort is everything. Cold ground and a wet seat ruin the wait. A hunting backpack chair fixes this. You sit down anywhere, stay dry, and keep quick and easy access to your gear. On days when blaze orange is required, the pack works fine over it. Big game hunters who sit and wait get the most from the Chairpack.

Forest Stalking and Silent Movement

Stalking through the forest means staying silent. One loud zipper can end the hunt. Here you want a light, quiet pack that will not snag or rattle as you move. A lightweight camo bag with silent zippers and buckles lets you grab gear from the external pockets without a sound. Its light weight makes long stalks easier, and it is a great choice for close work and small game, where one wrong noise sends everything running.

Mountain and Open Terrain Hunting

Mountain hunts are hard. Backcountry hunters in the Alps or the Rocky Mountains climb steep ground, carry heavy loads, and face fast weather changes. Your pack has to handle long miles and still feel good on the climb. A light pack with smart weight balance saves your back and your legs. It also has to handle hauling meat back down after a good hunt. On open ground, a camo pack helps hide your shape from game watching from far away.

Chairpack XWP40 – Waterproof Hunting Backpack with Built-in Chair

The Chairpack XWP40 is the world's first waterproof hunting backpack with a built-in chair. The chair frame folds out in seconds and holds up to 129 kg. So you can sit on wet ground, on rocks, or deep in cover, and stay dry and ready for the shot.

It is fully waterproof, with sealed seams and YKK® zippers, so you never need a separate rain cover. The zipper pullers are silent. It has a dedicated rifle holder for quick access to your gun the moment a shot appears. Two waterproof waist pockets keep your ammo close, and the large main compartment swallows a full day of gear with no wasted space. At 40L, the weight sits evenly across your back, and it comes with a 2-year warranty.

Watch the Hillman Chairpack in action and see how a waterproof hunting backpack with a built-in chair can make long waiting hours more comfortable.

Best for Static Hunting, Driven Hunts and Wet Terrain

The Chairpack is at its best when you sit and wait. Think high seats, tree stands, and duck blinds. You stay dry, stay seated, and stay ready, with your gear sealed and your rifle within reach. It even works as a blind bag for waterfowl hunters who need to keep gear dry in a wet duck blind. When the wait is long and the ground is wet, this is the pack you want.

Argo® Camo Hunting Backpack – Lightweight Hunting Bags in 25L, 35L and 45L

The Argo® is a light, tough pack for hunters who move. It is made from Duratex® fabric with a water-resistant PU coating, so it holds off light rain and wet brush. The base and edges are reinforced to take hard wear. The pockets close with silent buckles, the back has soft insulation, and a large main compartment plus side and front pockets keep your gear sorted. It comes in multiple sizes, 25L, 35L, and 45L, and there's a camo version too. Here's an easy way to choose: the 25L makes a great day pack, while the 45L is roomy enough for hauling meat or packing out a deer. The price is fair, it's among the lightest hunting bags in its range, and it's built to take years of hard use.

Best Hunting Pack for Stalking, Day Hunts and Mobile Hunters

The Argo shines when you stay on the move. It is light enough for long stalks and day hunts, and quiet enough to keep you hidden. It makes a solid whitetail pack for hunters slipping in and out of a tree stand, and it handles small game days with room to spare. The camo version helps on open ground and in the mountains, where your pack is in plain view. If speed and freedom of movement matter most, the Argo is ready for your next hunt.

Chairpack XWP40 vs Argo Camo Backpack

Both packs are built for hunting, but they suit different days. The Chairpack is the best backpack for sitting and waiting in wet weather. The Argo is the perfect pack for moving light and fast. Here is a quick side-by-side to help you find the right one for your style.

Feature	Chairpack XWP40	Argo Camo Backpack
Waterproof	100% waterproof, sealed seams	Water-resistant PU coating
Camo version	No	Yes, Hillman camo
Built-in chair	Yes, holds up to 129 kg	No
Capacity	40L	25L / 35L / 45L
Weight	2.92 kg	Ultra-light
Silent features	Silent zipper pullers, Fidlock® magnetic clip	Silent buckle closures
Dedicated rifle holder	Yes	No
Best for	Sitting, waiting, wet ground	Stalking, day hunts, moving fast

Hillman waterproof hunting backpacks and camo hunting bags: green Argo, Chairpack XWP40, camo Argo.

If you want comfort and full waterproofing for long sits, choose the Chairpack. If you want a light, quiet camo bag for moving fast, choose the Argo. Either way, you get a pack built to handle multiple seasons in the field.

Hillman Hunting Backpack Technologies

A few key technologies and features do the hard work in every Hillman pack.

Waterproof and Weather-Resistant Materials

The two packs keep water out in slightly different ways. The Chairpack is sealed and seamless, with YKK® zippers, so rain has no easy way in and you can leave the rain cover at home. The Argo uses a water-resistant Duratex® shell with a PU coating. It handles light rain and wet brush with no trouble. The closure style matters less than people think. Roll top, flap, or zip, what counts is that it stays quiet and keeps water out. Either way, both Hillman packs keep your gear dry, from a quick shower to a steady downpour.

Silent Zippers, Buckles and Closures

Game animals hear the smallest sound. That is why our packs use silent zipper pullers, Fidlock® magnetic clips, and quiet buckles. You get quick, easy access to a pocket or your gear without the metal click that gives you away.

Ergonomic Weight Distribution

Carrying 15 to 20 kg for hours is hard on your body. Padded shoulder straps and a supportive back panel spread the load across your whole back, not just your shoulders. Set to your torso length, the pack stays put and stays a comfortable backpack even when fully loaded. The sweet spot is a pack that carries the weight you need without adding extra weight you do not.

Hillman Camo for Woodland and Mountain Terrain

Our camo pattern is built for real hunting, not just looks. It uses natural colours to break up your shape, from thick whitetail woods to open mountains, in both Europe and North America. On open ground, that small edge can be the difference between a close shot and a spooked animal. On driven days, you can still wear blaze orange over the top where the rules require it.

Duratex® Fabric for Durability and Quiet Movement

Duratex® is our own fabric. It moves quietly, like natural cloth, but lasts like a tough synthetic. The PU coating keeps water out while letting the fabric breathe. It stays flexible in cold weather, tested down to -20°C, so it will not stiffen on a freezing morning. That durability means the same pack handles multiple seasons of hard use, and many hunters get three years and more out of it.

Final Thoughts

Final thoughts: the right pack comes down to how you hunt. For long, wet sits and full waterproof protection, the Chairpack is hard to beat. For light, fast days and a camo option, the Argo is the better fit. Both are built tough, carry well, and are ready for your next hunt.

FAQs

When do you actually need a fully waterproof hunting backpack?

Any time your pack holds gear, you cannot afford to get wet. Optics, electronics, spare ammo, camera gear, and dry layers all need full waterproofing. A water-resistant pack with a rain cover is fine for light rain or a short walk. But leave it on wet ground for hours, or get caught in a downpour, and the gear inside pays the price. If in doubt, go fully waterproof.

Chairpack or standard pack for a driven boar day?

If you stand at one spot for hours and wait, the Chairpack wins. You sit down right away, off the wet ground, with your gear quiet and close. If you move a lot between spots, the chair frame adds extra weight you may not want. Most hunters who try the Chairpack on a driven day do not go back to carrying a separate seat.

What makes a hunting bag genuinely silent in the field?

Two things. First, the fabric. Duratex® moves quietly, while stiff materials drag and scratch on the cover. Second, the hardware. Magnetic clips and silent zip pullers cut out the metal click that scares the game. One more tip: pack tight. Loose gear in the main compartment that knocks around is just as loud as any buckle.

What size bag actually covers most hunting situations without overpacking?

A 25L day pack hits the sweet spot for most single-day hunts. It fits food, water, snacks, a spare layer, basic field-dressing equipment, and your calls, with no wasted space. Keep the items you grab often in the external pockets. Go up to 45L when you plan on hauling meat out, not just carrying gear in. The common mistake is buying too big and filling the extra space with stuff you never use.

Does a camo hunting bag offer any real advantage over a plain one?

It depends on where you hunt. On open ground, where game can see you from far off, camo helps hide your shape, and your pack is part of that picture. In thick woods, where cover hides you anyway, a plain pack works just as well. So a camo bag earns its place most on open and mountain hunts, like spotting whitetail across a field or waiting in a duck blind, where your pack is in full view. Just remember that some driven hunts require blaze orange on top.

Can the Argo handle a multi-day outing, or is it strictly a day bag?

The 45L Argo can handle two to three days if you pack smart. The reinforced base and edges take the extra wear, even on a long fall hunt with heavy loads. For a full week, a pack with a stronger frame carries weight better over long miles. But for a long weekend, the Argo does the job without the bulk.

How do you stop a hunting backpack from shifting and creating noise during a close approach?

It comes down to fit and packing. Set the shoulder straps and waist belt for your torso length so the pack sits still as you move. Keep the items you grab often, like ammo, in the waist pockets, not deep inside. You can also hang quiet gear on the extra straps to keep the main compartment tidy. And remember, loose gear knocking together inside is the noise most hunters forget, right until it costs them a shot.