Coghlan's Tent Stakes

No, these are specifically engineered for hard, packed, or rocky ground. In loose sand or soft soil, the smooth, narrow profile of these steel stakes may not provide enough surface area to hold securely, and you would be better off with wider, sand-specific pegs.

While the plated steel construction offers good resistance to corrosion, it is not rust-proof. To ensure longevity, we recommend wiping them clean and drying them thoroughly before storing them in your gear bag after a wet trip.

Choose the 9-inch stakes for standard hard-packed dirt or smaller shelters where weight is a concern. Opt for the 12-inch stakes if you are anchoring larger family-sized tents or setting up in ground that is particularly rocky, as the extra length provides deeper, more reliable leverage.

Yes, these stakes are designed to withstand the impact of a mallet or hammer. Because they are made of heavy-duty plated steel, they are much less likely to bend or deform compared to standard aluminum or plastic stakes when encountering resistance.

Most standard tent guylines and loops will fit easily over the hook design of these stakes. However, if you are using exceptionally thick climbing-grade webbing or oversized loops, you may want to double-check that the hook diameter accommodates your specific gear.