daf40 Loc: Mesa, AZ

When I am hiking I carry a mirrorless camera, one extra telephoto lens, extension tubes, spare batteries, a few filters and a few other small items. I don't generally travel with a sherpa, and would prefer not to perish of hunger, thirst or exposure on my hike. Consequently, I need a camera bag that will not only accommodate my photography gear, but also two water bottles, a snack, a first aid kit, rain jacket, an extra layer of warmth, and a tripod or monopod. Most of the camera bags that I've seen have room only for camera gear. Any suggestions?

drklrd Loc: Cincinnati Ohio

Have you given any thought to using a vest? It will give a bit of extra warmth. I know I use one to shoot sports. I have 2 one black and one sort of tan colored. The black I use for more formal affairs. The tan I use in the field for sports shoots. Everything I need can be put into the pockets. I have folded my rain jacket into the back pocket. I got mine from B&H. B&H has several different models to choose from. Or you could go for a back pack. I find back packs are hard to keep organized as the heavier stuff like water bottles fall to the bottom. I shoot school activities and sports. Two cameras with one on a strap and one attached to the jacket. To change lenses I just change cameras. I carry two Nikon D7200's and I can get a couple of lenses in the pockets and room for water bottles if I want to carry them too.

whwiden

Domke F1-X or F2 with optional shoulder strap attachment.

AndyH Loc: Massachusetts and New Hampshire

I’ve seen some camera bag “inserts” with foam padding on Amazon that are cheap and seem to get good reviews. They are designed to fit into your regular back pack or Day pack. If you’ve already got packs you like, they might be worth a try. Many are less than a sawbuck.

Longshadow Loc: Audubon, PA, United States

I have a Tamrac backpack that I use.
It also has a chest strap.
Water can go in the net pouch.

Kuzano

A burro with a pack saddle. Hardly any effort on your part, and eat free off the side of the trail.

A small Alpaca would show more class.

rgrenaderphoto Loc: Hollywood, CA

Look at Mindshift Rotation 180-Panorama https://www.mindshiftgear.com/products/rotation180-panorama

The integrated belt pack lets you bring out the camera quickly, will hold a mirrorless body and a lens. The larger sections will carry food, jacket, etc and there is a Camelback pouch on the side.

Wakko12 Loc: New Hampshire

I have this one from Amazon Basics. It is way better than you’d expect, and well under half the price of other similar packs. It is great for me.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Hiker-Camera-Laptop-Backpack/dp/B01HIXAG1O?th=1&psc=1

MrBob Loc: lookout Mtn. NE Alabama

As longshadow has stated Tarmac backpack with dedicated camera and accessory areas... mesh side pockets carry water bottle as well as Gitzo mountaineer tripod. VERY comfy with lots of room.

VTMatwood Loc: Displaced Vermonta in Central New Hampsha

I use a couple different backpacks depending on what I am bringing and what I am shooting:

Lowepro Fastpack BP250 AWII: Good for a single body and a lens or two with small accessories. Has an area for non camera items. I take it when I am traveling by plane and it fits my D7100 and all lenses but my 150-600. Has a chest strap and waist belt.

Tubu Large Camera Backpack: This thing is a beast! I can fit 3 bodies in it (film, digital, digital infrared), 5 lenses (including my 150-600) and any other accessories that I want and still have room for non-photo items. It has a chest strap and waist belt, and a strap system for carrying my tripod. The best part?
It has a ridiculously low price on Amazon. I have taken this on hikes of several miles and found it quite comfortable. It also has a really cool camera strap management system that takes the "stress" of the camera strap off your neck. Using that with my gripped D7100 / 150-600mm combo, I have no neck strain.
They also make an extra large backpack that could likely fit a small car in it. Tubu is not a household name, but so far, it has been a quality backpack for me.

bobmcculloch Loc: NYC, NY

Sounds like you need a backpack/rucksack, if I were buying another backpack I'd seriously consider the Continental Rucksack from LLBean, but I have almost too many backpacks already (at least 6)

tcthome Loc: NJ

I would go with a good back pack & add camera related inserts. Not sure who makes them , Think Tank , FStop might be the brand names that make the inserts. This way would be much more versatile for hiking than a dedicated camera bag.

bobmcculloch Loc: NYC, NY

I use Op/Tec cases for camera and lens, I'm sure there are other brands but if you take a look you'll see how they protect the gear and make packing easy and flexible.

goraggio

Think Tank has well designed bags in all sizes. Have 2, very satisfied.

jwj53

I'm currently use an Fstop Anja bag. It a great bag with lots of room and pockets.