The North Face
Base Camp Utilitarian Tote
The North Face Base Camp Utilitarian Tote is a soft-sided tote bag constructed from durable recycled polyester fabric with a TPU coating and recycled ballistic nylon webbing. It includes a main compartment secured with a plastic buckle, grab handles, and a zipped interior mesh pocket for organization. With dimensions of 11 inches (28 cm) high, 15 inches (38 cm) long, and 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) wide, it provides ample space for everyday essentials and travel items.
- Material
- Durable recycled polyester fabric with TPU coating
- Style
- utilitarian, modern
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Shopping Totes
Size
Specifications
Durable and sustainable recycled polyester tote with TPU coating, ideal for everyday use or travel.
Recycled polyester with TPU coating, recycled ballistic nylon webbing, main compartment with plastic buckle closure, zipped inside mesh pocket.
- Material
- Durable recycled polyester fabric with TPU coating
- Secondary
- recycled-nylon
- Style
- utilitarian, modern
- Occasion
- everyday, travel, vacation
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 15x6.5x11 in
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Shopping Totes
Additional Attributes
- plastic buckle closure
- grab handles
- zipped mesh pocket
Product Insights
The Base Camp Utilitarian Tote is a rugged 18-liter convertible backpack from The North Face that merges expedition-grade materials with urban utility, offering a self-standing, splash-resistant bag with a stiff 840D ballistic nylon boot and 600D TPU body that fits a 15–17-inch laptop in a padded sleeve and secures contents with a buckle closure that slows quick access but enables stable backpack carry; its shallow 6.5-inch depth, multiple quick-access pockets, and external lash points balance daily organization with the tradeoff of limited storm protection and non-sealed opening.
Verified claims
- Materials
- 600D recycled polyester TPU body; 840D recycled ballistic nylon boot.
- Self-standing
- Stiff boot allows bag to stand upright.
- Water resistance
- Repels splashes and light rain; not submersible.
- Care
- Spot-clean with mild soap and water to preserve the water-resistant coating.
- Laptop fit
- Fits 15–17 laptops and carries stably in backpack mode thanks to slim depth.
- Laptop protection
- Padded sleeve and water-resistant body protect against bumps and light rain but the compartment isn't storm-proof.
- Usability
- Buckle closure secures content but slows access; self-standing base and organized pockets aid daily use.
- Backpack conversion
- Tote handles convert to backpack straps; 6.5-inch depth and buckle keep it stable and secure.
- Storage
- 18L tote with lash points, bottle pockets, internal key clip and padded laptop sleeve.
- Wet traction
- Base repels moisture when set on damp surfaces.
- Abrasion resistance
- Base uses expedition-grade 840D ballistic nylon for scuff protection.
- Quick-access
- Four quick-access options—front drop-in, side sleeves, key clip, and daisy chain—keep essentials handy without unbuckling.
- Backpack mode
- When worn as a backpack, the bag's shallow 6.5-inch depth and buckle closure keep front pockets accessible and contents secure.
- External lash points
- External daisy-chain webbing and adjustable straps let you attach a helmet or yoga mat without using internal space.
- External pockets
- Side bottle pockets and front drop-in pockets keep hydration and essentials accessible.
- Base Camp lineage
- Base Camp boot (840D nylon) and body (600D TPU) for durability and stability.
- Weight
- At 865 g, the bag feels lighter in backpack mode than when carried by the handles.
- Carry feel
- When packed, the 18L capacity and 6.5-inch depth keep the bag close and not bulky; external straps balance extra gear.
- Capacity
- 18L main holds a packed lunch, layer, textbook, and 15-17 inch laptop in padded sleeve.
- Carry mode
- Converts from tote to backpack with secure buckle closure; shallow depth keeps it stable on the back.
- Durability
- Ballistic nylon boot and TPU-coated body resist abrasion and light rain, but the opening is not sealed.
Product record
- Title
- Base Camp Utilitarian Tote
- Brand
- The North Face
- Price
- 95 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing soft-sided tote bag with two long carry straps, contrasting vertical webbing straps and a central printed logo on the front panel.
- Overall shapeRectangular soft-sided tote with a slightly rounded base and an open top; front face visible.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.88 · h 0.70 (high) - Main body materialSmooth coated fabric or synthetic panel on the front face with a slight sheen.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.76 · h 0.48 (high) - Top trim and upper bandBlack woven trim and band running along the top edge of the bag, forming attachment points for the handles.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.80 · h 0.10 (high) - Carry strapsTwo long black webbing shoulder straps attached at the top band and extending upward in a loop.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.34 (high) - Vertical webbingTwo vertical bright orange nylon webbing straps run down the front face from the top band to near the base and are stitched to the front panel.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.28 · w 0.11 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.59 · y 0.28 · w 0.11 · h 0.48 (high) - Front buckleSmall black plastic center buckle with an orange strap detail located at the top center between the two vertical webbing strips.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.25 · w 0.10 · h 0.07 (medium) - Side D-ringBlack metal or plastic D-ring attached under the top band on the left front side.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.28 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (medium) - Bottom base constructionBlack textured fabric base panel wrapping up slightly on the front lower edge.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.68 · w 0.80 · h 0.18 (high) - Front printed logo“THE NORTH FACE”
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.44 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio-style front-on product shot on a light gray background with soft shadowing beneath the bag; image is centered and evenly lit.
- Background and stagingUniform light gray background with no visible props.
- ShadowingSoft shadow directly underneath the bag indicating overhead frontal lighting.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.80 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (medium) - Shot compositionBag centered in frame showing full front face and handles with minimal cropping.
Colors
tan beige· front panel#BDA582matte black· top trim and handles#141413bright orange· vertical webbing straps#AA8D65textured black· base panel#0E0E0Cflat black· printed logo#0E0D0A- Overall shapeRectangular soft-sided tote with a slightly rounded base and an open top; front face visible.
- 02
Product
Partial side view of a soft-sided tote showing lower half of one side panel, base, vertical black webbing straps, a top mesh band, and a short bright orange fabric pull tab.
- Side panel materialSmooth tan fabric side panel with a slightly textured woven surface visible on the lower body of the bag.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.36 · w 0.58 · h 0.46 (high) - Base constructionReinforced black base with a textured finish and visible seam where it meets the tan side panel; base sits flat and is visible along the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.77 · w 0.96 · h 0.20 (high) - Vertical webbingTwo vertical black woven webbing strips run up the side and continue over the top; one strip is centered in the frame and another is partially visible at the right edge.
2 regions
x 0.44 · y 0.30 · w 0.16 · h 0.62 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.64 (medium) - Top mesh bandTranslucent dark mesh band runs along the upper edge of the side panel, showing an interior lining hue through the mesh.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.11 · w 0.80 · h 0.20 (high) - Orange tabShort bright orange woven pull tab hanging from the bag opening, with a rectangular stitched end.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.30 · w 0.08 · h 0.18 (high) - Handle strap shoulderBlack shoulder strap made from the same woven webbing is draped into the frame and curves across the front of the bag.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.24 · w 0.28 · h 0.48 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with a neutral light gray background, soft even lighting and subtle shadow beneath the bag; image is cropped to show the lower two thirds of the tote's side.
- Shot compositionCropped side-angle studio shot showing the left-to-center portion of the tote; top of bag is near the upper image edge and bottom base is fully visible.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray background and smooth surface with a soft shadow under the bag indicating directional lighting from above-left.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear texture detail and no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
warm tan· side panel#C4AE8Ablack· webbing and base#0E0E0Bdark mesh· top mesh band#2C2C2Abright orange· pull tab- Side panel materialSmooth tan fabric side panel with a slightly textured woven surface visible on the lower body of the bag.
- 03
Product
Close-up view of the tote bag opening showing interior zip mesh pocket with a sewn black brand label, black top rim and handles, beige exterior fabric, and a red webbing ladder/strap with a plastic buckle.
- Interior zip pocketBlack mesh zip pocket attached to the interior wall, zipper running along its top edge and a sewn rectangular black fabric label centered on the pocket.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.26 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Sewn label text“THE NORTH FACE”
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Top rim and handlesBlack reinforced top rim with two black woven carry handles attached; one handle visible laying across the opening.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.90 · h 0.20 (medium) - Exterior fabric color and textureBeige woven fabric forming the exterior body visible around the opening with a slightly textured, durable weave.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.44 · w 0.78 · h 0.52 (high) - Red webbing ladder/strapVertical red nylon webbing sewn to the bag exterior forming a ladder-like strap detail visible along the front interior edge.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.56 · w 0.12 · h 0.36 (high) - Plastic buckle detailBlack plastic buckle with a short red webbing loop threaded through it, located near the upper left interior of the opening.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product shot cropped tight on the bag opening with a neutral light gray background and soft, even lighting; image is close-up and vertically oriented.
- Shot compositionClose-up crop focused on the top opening and interior pocket, showing portions of exterior and hardware; edges of bag extend beyond frame.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background with no visible props or textures.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsSoft even studio lighting with mild specular highlights on woven fabric and plastic buckle; minimal shadows.
Colors
beige· exterior body#BEA581black· top rim and handles#0E0E0Ered· webbing ladder/strap#C30303- Interior zip pocketBlack mesh zip pocket attached to the interior wall, zipper running along its top edge and a sewn rectangular black fabric label centered on the pocket.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- The North Face
Base Camp Tote Bag
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Big & Stylish!
Love this bag. It's big & stylish. Great for a weekender or just taking on hikes or picnics.