5 Best 20 Degree Rectangular Sleeping Bags in 2026: A Practical Camping Guide

The Kelty Solstice is an oversized rectangular 20 degree bag in recycled 50D polyester pongee, with right-side two-way zippers, an 80 inch shoulder and hip girth and a fit for sleepers up to 6 ft 6 in. The 20 degree version weighs about 6 lb.

It is wider than the Coleman bags and cheaper than the North Face Wawona Bed. A cord at the top cinches closed against the cold, and two Solstice bags zip together for a 2-person setup.

It suits couples and larger campers who want a roomy car bag with a draft tube. Choose the 20 degree version for fall nights.

The North Face Wawona Bed is a 20 degree F rectangular bag with recycled polyester insulation, a soft taffeta lining and a recycled ripstop shell with a non-PFC DWR finish. The Regular weighs 4 lb 14.3 oz and fits sleepers up to 5 ft 8 in, while the Long weighs 5 lb 4.6 oz and fits up to 6 ft 2 in.

It is lighter than the Kelty Solstice and carries a wraparound footbox zipper that lets the bag open into a blanket. It costs the most of the singles here.

It suits campers who want brand build quality in a rectangular single. Order the Long if you are over 5 ft 8.

It suits couples and families who share a pad. Fluff it before bed and use a wide pad.

The Coleman Kompact is offered in 20, 30 and 40 degree F ratings, with Coletherm Max fill, a Thermolock zipper draft tube and a ZipPlow snag-free zipper. It packs to 9.8 by 9.8 by 15.7 inches in a compression stuff sack.

It suits car campers who want a compact 20 degree option with a snag-free zipper. Pick the 20 degree version.

The Coleman Brazos is a 20 degree F bag for campers up to 5 ft 11 in, with a Thermolock draft tube along the zipper, Fiberlock construction to hold insulation in place and fasteners that lock it when you roll it. The zipper is no-snag.

Priced under every other bag here, it handles casual fall trips well.