MSR Mini Groundhog Tent Stakes

The MSR Mini Groundhog tent stakes are a lightweight and incredibly durable essential for any backpacker. With a 6-inch Y-beam design for superior holding power and reflective pull loops for nighttime visibility, these 0.35 oz stakes are the gold standard for securing your shelter in any soil type.

MSR Mini Groundhog Tent Stakes Review

I use the MSR Mini Groundhog Tent Stakes for both backpacking and car camping, and they have become a non-negotiable part of my gear kit. These stakes are incredibly reliable and stay firmly in place for the entire duration of a trip.

One of my favorite features is the reflective pull cord. It makes it so much easier to find the tent at night or avoid stepping on the stakes when you’re walking around camp with a headlamp.

Durability and Performance

These stakes are built with a three-sided Y-beam design, which provides superior penetration even in tougher soil types. They are constructed from 7000-series aluminum, making them rugged enough to handle significant tension without bending.

The “Sandwich” Trick: In my experience, the cord will actually break before the stake itself ever bends. If a cord does snap, it can be tricky to pull the stake out by hand. My go-to move is to “sandwich” the grounded stake between two other stakes to get the necessary leverage to pull it out. It works like a charm and saves your hands from getting hurt!
Lightweight: At just 0.35 oz per stake, adding a few extra to your pack for maximum security won’t weigh you down.

Key Features

Superior Holding Power: The Y-beam design offers excellent grip in a variety of ground conditions.
Reflective Pull Loops: Essential for visibility and easy removal (unless you’re testing the limits of the cord!).
Rugged Material: 7000-series aluminum is lightweight yet extremely resistant to deforming.