Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Vista Camp Pants

I bought 3 styles to try.The Vista Camp Pants were the ones I kept.I am still losing weight and I am traveling to Thailand soon. So I chose these pants with flexible waist which are light but sturdy.I needed the size to fit and be comfortable while I am in transition, but didn't want to look like someone who wears elastic waist band pants ( if you know what I mean ) . These were perfect. Room to go up or down and not have them hang off of me either. I am 5'4 and #145.

Extremely comfortable and as usual with LL Bean the quality is excellent. Being only 5'2", I always need to add another cost to most pants to be tailored. These are excellent with the adjustable hem. Many pockets are a plus as I do not need to carry a purse for wallet, keys, etc.

I now have about seven pairs of these pants, with about half of them being the lined version. I expect thse pants will suit me for the rest of my life. I am all set, pants-wise. I wear them every day. I am always comfortable--ALWAYS. The waistband is the absolute best in the world. It is wide, but soft, smooth and discreet, even though it is all-elastic. There is no zipper and no button because there is absolutely no need for them. The many pockets often relieve me of the need of a purse. I don't need a purse at all because usually all I need is my phone, my drivers license, credit card, and a tissue. I will say that I miss wearing jeans, but jeans aren't even close to this pants in comfort, appropriateness, convenience, and style. The Vista Camp pants are pricey (for me) but they are worth it because I am always comfortable in them, and feel like I don't have to look sloppy to feel comfy! Life is too short to wear pants that you can't wait to take off because you feel like you're getting cut in half or chafed to death. BTW, they run a little big. I normally wear a 6 or 8 due to my pound "redistribution" over the years, but an XS fits me perfectly. They are perfect, all-day comfortable. Try a pair of Vistas, just for the heck of it.

This is the 2nd time I've ordered these pants. Purchased them last year for our trip to Africa & it was the best decision. Extremely comfortable,washed well in remote setting. They are my go to pants to put on instead of jeans. Highly recommend if looking for a comfortable pant. Fit well.

The Vista Camp Pants are, hands down, the most comfortable pants I've ever worn. The fit is right on, the waistband is soft, the fabric is light and quick to dry. I can dress them up or down, and I've even worn them canoeing whitewater rivers in Costa Rica. If it's cold outside, I can wear a layer of tights underneath. I'm short (5'2"), so the ability to cinch up the cuffs is a plus. They do have a tendency to pill a little bit as other reviewers have pointed out, but that is easy to fix by lightly shaving the pills off with a cheap disposable plastic razor. I bought all four colors, and if they came in off-white, I'd buy that too. I really don't need any other pants in my wardrobe since I've discovered these!

These pants were perfect for traveling to and from the Philadelphia Airport to Mexico in March. They transitioned well from 30 to 80 degree temperatures. They are very comfortable and all of the pockets are a real plus, especially those that zip. One day I wore these for an excursion of zip lining and ATV riding. Rolled up the bottom of the pants to turn it into a capri style and they were perfect and didn't roll down. I washed them in the sink at night and they were dry by the morning. You can wear them with a t-shirt and sneakers or a nicer top and sandals for a smarter look. I have a hard time finding pants that fit well but the XL petite was perfect for me. I'm generally around a size 16 or 18 regular in pants. I'll be looking to purchase these in another color.

It's still too soon to say how they wash & wear, but I'm very happy with the pants. The petite length is just right, the pockets are plentiful and functional (increasingly rare for women's pants) and the fit is excellent. They're surprisingly comfortable even on hot days.

I love these pants, having purchased my second pair now. They are lightweight, comfortable, and easy care. They fit well and are great to wear in a number of casual settings.

Super light. Very comfortable. Lots of convenient pockets. More expensive than they should be, but completely worth splurging on! On a recent summer vacation with lots of hiking, these were so much better than the other shorts and pants I brought that I ended up wearing these 8 of the 11 days. The elastic waist with drawstring would make them great for month-long hikes where you tend to lose weight along the way. They're also light as a feather so they would fit the bill for minimalist hikers. I also thought they were great to wear on plane trips. Just be aware that they're summer pants that won't keep you warm in the winter. You could always wear leggings underneath to make them both warm and functional. I love them so much I bought another pair so I can alternate them on long hikes: wear one, wash one.

This is my third pair. I LOVE these pants. I initially bought a pair for travel. Now I wear them all the time and constantly get compliments on them. Live in Florida and use them for golf and daily wear. Easy to layer them with leggings if it's too cold or slip rain gear over them. They have become my go to pant for flying. The tie in the waist is perfect for comfort. The ties at the ankles allow you to wear them as a regular pant or cinch them in for another look. Cinching also lets you change the length to suit the weather or wading or whatever.

These pants are the best. Lightweight, wash and dry and wear....fit like a dream. I have every color and if they added ten more colors I would buy them too. Some have complained of pilling but I haven't had that problem. I even wear them in the winter with tights underneath since they are lightweight. I am not a "shorts" person so I wear them all summer and it is very humid here. Still comfortable. I can be hard to fit in pants since polio has given me one side smaller than the other but with the design of these pants you don't notice. If they fit me they will fit anyone. LOL. Highly recommend them but then maybe I shouldn't since they might run out of them. :)

It's not often I post twice on the same LL Bean garment. I am here to say that since my last review on these pants (August 2017)I am still extremely happy with these pants. In fact, I now have seven pairs of them. Yep, poor old retired me on a fixed income has found it totally worthwhile to invest money on something that provides me with so much comfort and satisfaction. I think I actually look good in them. They are loose-ish but trim, not sloppy at all. I love how the length is adjustable. I love the comfortable elastic waist. Just about the only pants I can wear from morning till night without feeling like I'm being cut in half. The waist band is absolutely a thing of wonder. Included in my stash of these pants are all different colors of the unlined and the lined version. I am wearing some right now this minute! They hold my cell phone, my keys, a ton of tissues, my drivers license, medical card, charge card. These pants have almost eliminated the "need" for a purse or backpack. (Perhaps I exaggerate.) I see other reviewers have found piling to be a big problem with these pants. I only find a tiny bit of piling in the crotch area, and a tiny bit next to my right pocket. It is easily removed with my electric pill shaver. Just an update for you all. I am still very, very happy with this purchase. Worth every penny.

Extremely comfortable and lightweight pants. Pants are wash and wear and I consider them office casual. I had owned a black pair and liked them so much that I ordered a dark blue pair when they became available. Would love to see more colors added for more variety.

I was looking for comfortable pants with cargo pockets to wear at home or while camping. These are perfect. I work from home and need a place to put my iPhone while I walk around the house. The cargo pocket is the perfect place for my phone. The material is thin, so these are not for outside in cold weather without layers, but are the perfect choice for a relaxing outfit around the house or fall camping. I will probably purchase another pair for a variety in color.

Have been looking for pants like these for years! Bought a Regular Small, but exchanged them for a Petite X-Small which fit perfectly! They're comfortable and look nice... not "sloppy." Will buy another pair. Another great advantage is that they do not have big stripes down the side, or company logos on them. I wish the pockets were large enough to button close with an iPhone inside, but I'll get over that:)

I purchased these pants for traveling on airplanes. They fit well and were very comfortable.

I bought these pants specifically for a trip we were taking to Ireland. We were there in mid Autumn and it rained every day but 1 while we were there. I ended up wearing these pants every day over there. They handled the expected wet Irish weather perfectly, just as I'd hoped they would. We hiked on the peninsulas in West Cork and Kerry in rain or drizzle and always muddy trails. Although not waterproof I was never soaking wet in them and they dried so quickly. They also packed well. I wear them to work, too, because they are so comfortable. I'm 5'1' and the petite fit fine. I usually wear XL but found the L fit me great. I am curvy and often have trouble finding outdoors pants that fit me right, these do. I even wore them on the flight. The only issue is that they do pill, as other reviewers have said. After just a few washes and also after getting stuck on some Velcro they pilled. I have 2 pair and am about to buy the new Navy color they just came out with. Thank you and keep bringing out more colors. Even though they pill I still highly recommend them especially if you are petite as our options are more limited. I tried on all the competitors similar pants in petite and these fit the best and were more true to size.

I recently traveled with this pant. It was very comfortable in hot, humid weather. The pockets are very usable as they have zippers and are a decent size. The pants dry fast when wet. I love the comfortable fit which is close but not tight due to the slight stretch in the fabric. I first ordered a petite (I am 5'4") but prefer the misses length as it rides up some when you sit. I wish it had elastic instead of twill tape in the ankle. I would love to see this pant come out in a brown and a tan as well. I think adding a tall would be a good idea as well.

I recently traveled with this pant. It was very comfortable in hot, humid weather. The pockets are very usable as they have zippers and are a decent size. The pants dry fast when wet. I love the comfortable fit which is close but not tight due to the slight stretch in the fabric. I first ordered a petite (I am 5'4") but prefer the misses length as it rides up some when you sit. I wish it had elastic instead of twill tape in the ankle. I would love to see this pant come out in a brown and a tan as well. I think adding a tall would be a good idea as well.

I have these in every color and they are my favorite pants by far. Comfortable, lightweight stretch, adjustable waist, and very attractive. I find them slimming. I'm 5'2" and the petites are perfect. No fading whatsoever after many washes. Please offer more colors, especially lighter colors for summer!

I usually wear medium but opted for the small which fits perfectly. So comfy. This is now my favorite winter sleep wear.

I love these pants! They have become my go to pants for travel and golfing. I love the pickets and elastic waist! I wish they came in Navy or other colors (I don't love the green.)

These pants are the most comfortable pants I've ever worn. I have 3 pairs now. I wore them backpacking in the Grand Canyon and also wear them to work. They dry quickly, so they are great for hiking. They are super lightweight, and look great! I just wish they had more colors.

The material feels smooth and soft and has just enough stretch to be comfortable whether you are walking or curling up on the couch. While the pants look substantial, the fabric is incredibly light and breathable. The petite length was just right for me (5'4"). I ordered a size down as suggested by others and I am glad I did. I am not a fan of the pockets as the buttons are hard to insert through the button holes. I would have preferred fewer, deeper pockets without the button closures. Overall, I love these pants and am getting ready to purchase a pair in another color.

Love the fit. I am 5' 4" and 115 lbs. Regular small fit perfectly. Very comfortable and stylish. Nice to have something else to wear besides jeans and leggings. I can work or lounge around the house and go out without having to change. I hope they offer additional colors. A heavier version for winter would be awesome! L.L.Bean... are you listening?