7' x 9' Flat Tarp
Fantastic product and absolute freedom for the minimalist hiker. I added some Zpacks stick on hang loops on the inside for a mosquito net and it’s golden. Highly recommended.
– Matt B., ★★★★★
Our ultralight Flat Tarps are a minimalist adventurer’s dream. This tarp has plenty of space for a single hiker and their gear. Whether you’re hiking to a remote destination or cross-country bikepacking over uneven terrain, this ultralight shelter will set up easily and keep you dry and protected. This tarp can put you well on your way to that elusive sub-7 lb base weight.
Set the tarp up as an A-Frame and enjoy the views and ventilation provided by both ends of the tarp. If the weather becomes harsh, the tarp can be set up in a variety of configurations for maximum protection.
A small DCF stuff sack, 50ft of 2.0mm Yellow Z-Line cord and 2 Mini-D Carabiners come standard with our flat tarps but are not included in the listed weight.
Need another size? Be sure to check out our other tarps.
Constructed from Olive Drab .55 oz/sqyd Dyneema® Composite Fabric.
The ridge seam is taped and the tie outs have bonded reinforcements. No seam sealing necessary.
Any condensation, which single wall shelters may experience, will run down the walls and out at the edges of the tarp. Click here for tips to avoid condensation.
Dyneema Composite Fabric is naturally waterproof and is not treated with any potentially harmful chemicals such as flame retardants or water repellents.
All Zpacks gear has a two-year limited warranty against defects in materials or workmanship. Please see our return / warranty policy.
Made in the USA.
Weight:
The total weight displayed near the 'add to cart' button shows the weight of the tent including guy lines, sewn in linelocs, and taped seams.
The following items are also shipped with this tent:
- Small DCF Stuff Sack - .18 oz (5 g)
- 50ft of 2.0mm Yellow Zine - 1.7 oz (49 g)
- 2x Mini-D Carabiners - .1 oz (2.8 g)/each
- Total additional items: 2.1 oz (59.6 g)
Size:
7' x 9' (2.1 m x 2.7 m)
Rolled Tight Size:
3" x 5" (7.6 cm x 12.7 cm) - Ships in a Small stuff sack which is loose for easy packing.
Perimeter Tie Outs:
- Four corner tie outs.
- Two ridge line tie outs.
- A center hem tie out on each long side.
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Exactly what I need for bikepacking
I’ve been drooling over this tarp for awhile and finally bought it and a bathtub groundsheet a few weeks ago for bikepacking. It’s better than I’d even thought it would be! Easy to set up in a multitude of configurations, light as a feather, and seems very tough. So glad I finally went ahead and got this tarp! Game changer. Combined with the bathtub ground sheet and a UL mosquito net, it’s my perfect shelter.

Flexibility to be able to camp at non-existent campsites.
I absolutely love this tarp. I bought it in February 2021 and it has become my primary shelter. I've modified it by adding mosquito netting around the perimeter. The mosquito net curtain provides protection from flying insects and also seems to reduce wind driven rain and splash-back from getting inside during severe storms. A key benefit of this tarp is flexibility. I sometimes find myself at the end of a day without a nice campsite. In these cases, if I can a place to lay down, I can generally figure out a way to rig the tarp. It is the perfect size for me and packs up really small, even with the netting modification. It is also ridiculously light.

7’x9’ flat tarp
Great protection from the elements and super light weight.


My best piece of gear!
During a recent Yellowstone trip where it rained non-stop for over 72 hours, this tarp saved our butts! The temperature didn't get above 40F for 3 days, it poured rain, snowed, and hailed nonstop. We hid under the tarp each time we stopped, made camp, or just needed an escape from the never-ending downpour. Since the rivers were up, as we were going down the Bechler, we fell in the river multiple times and were completely soaked. Wouldn't you know it, the rain picked up right after our last dip, right before camp. We arrived in camp and immediately strung the tarp up and took shelter. Nothing beats this tarp, seriously! If you want an affordable place to shelter that weighs next to nothing, then look no further. This is the tarp you've been looking for!

The absolute best.
Excellent, lightweight and water proof during my hike through the AT.
Dial in your set up with add-ons commonly purchased with our tarps.


























Tarp Add-Ons
Zpacks Inflatable Pillow
Pillow was lightweight and perfect height. A good option for a lightweight pillow.
– Linda M., ★★★★★
Relax after a long day of adventure with our inflatable pillow. Designed for ultralight hikers looking to save weight without compromising comfort, our pillow inflates with only a breath or two and features a comfortable crescent shape perfect for back and side sleepers alike.
*This Item is Non-Returnable if Removed from Packaging*
Zpacks Comfy Camp Pillow
When you've gone so ultralight that you are wearing all your clothing layers to bed but still want a comfortable spot to rest your head the Zpacks Comfy Camp Pillow is the solution!
This camp pillow has ultra-soft Octa® fleece against your face, and is stuffed with six layers of Climashield Apex insulation to give it resilient loft. The insulation can be removed or augmented with other gear items like a down hood and booties.
Elastic bands on the back allow you to attach it to a stuff sack, dry bag, or inflatable pillow to give your head extra lift. An adjustable shock cord band secures the pillow to your sleeping pad to keep it from sliding around.
The pillow folds and rolls to about the size of a soda can, and stays compressed with the shock cord strap to keep you packed size at a minimum.
48" Carbon Fiber Tent Pole
I've been impressed with their combination of very lightweight, excellent build quality and utility. I often use trekking poles, but when I don't these work very well. I highly recommend them.
– William H., ★★★★★
These ultralight carbon fiber tent poles are the perfect substitute for setting up our tents if you do not use trekking poles. The 48” size works with our Plexamid (uses 1), Duplex (uses 2) and Triplex (uses 2) tents.
We also have a 32" Carbon Fiber Tent Pole for propping up the head and foot ends of your tent.
58" Carbon Fiber Tent Pole
I’m certainly not a trekking pole guy and love to save weight and bulk when I can, so since getting the Altaplex, I needed a pole that was tall enough for it and this pole fits the bill! Lightweight, durable, and affordable - this is my solution!
– James A., ★★★★★
These ultralight carbon fiber tent poles are the perfect substitute for setting up our Altaplex Tent if you do not use trekking poles that extend to 58-60".
We also have a 32" Carbon Fiber Tent Pole for propping up the head and foot ends of your tent.
50 Feet 2.0 mm Z-Line Cord
Lowered the weight to my tents, and provided a stronger system overall.
– Carmen W., ★★★★★
On rainy nights when the winds are strong, feel safe inside your dry shelter knowing your guylines are strong enough to withstand anything. Z-line Dyneema® cord is composed of a white Dyneema® core with a braided polyester sheath. Dyneema® has a high strength to weight ratio and does not stretch.
2.0 mm is the best choice for use with Lineloc V Guy Line Adjuster.
Available in Yellow, or Black. The yellow cord is extremely bright and easy to see as guy-lines day or night. It is not reflective but it does stand out well at night with a headlamp or in moonlight. The yellow cord shows up better at night compared to orange colored cord.
Neoair Uberlight Sleeping Pad
What I love most about this sleeping pad is its light weight, and that it packs up very small. I had to send the first one back because of a leaky valve, but received a replacement very quickly. I love the new valve design - it’s very easy to use, and very efficient.
– Constance D., ★★★★☆
As the absolute lightest insulated air sleeping pad available, the NeoAir UberLite is the top choice for thru hikers and ounce counters, setting a new standard for ultralight comfort. The unrivaled Triangular Core Matrix offers the best warmth-to-weight ratio of any air sleeping pad construction, creating a 2.3 R-value. The construction gives the 2.5 inch (6.4 cm) thick pad superior stability for maximum camp comfort.
The ultralight sleeping pad features the high-performance WingLock valve, allowing the pad to inflate three times faster thanks to a larger opening and one-way inflation. Like all Therm-a-Rest pads, the NeoAir UberLite is made in the USA to ensure quality and minimize environmental impact. The pad includes a breath-saving pump sack, compact stuff sack and field repair kit.
Tired of blowing up your sleeping pad manually? Check out the Flextail Zero Pump.
*Sleeping Pads are non-returnable if they have been removed from the packaging.
AVAILABLE TO CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED STATES ONLY
NeoAir Xlite NXT Sleeping Pad
With improved warmth and comfort at no extra weight, the NeoAir XLite NXT solidifies the legacy of its predecessor as the finest ultralight air sleeping pad for year-round backcountry adventures. The refined cutting-edge Triangular Core Matrix™ construction technique integrates with the warmth radiating ThermaCapture™ technology to reduce noise by 83% from the previous model.
At 3-inches thick, with a horizontal baffled structure, the XLite NXT delivers maximum comfort and support at a minimal weight and packed size. Weighing just 12.5 oz (354 g) in the Regular size, and providing a 4-season ready 4.5 R-value, the XLite NXT is the most versatile ultralight sleeping pad on the market and ready to craft better nights under the stars wherever you end up.
Tired of blowing up your sleeping pad manually? Check out the Flextail Zero Pump.
*Sleeping Pads are non-returnable if they have been removed from the packaging.
AVAILABLE TO CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED STATES ONLY
Nemo Tensor All Season Sleeping Pad
The Tensor™ All-Season improves on NEMO’s best-selling original by offering greater warmth for year-round use without adding weight, maintaining its reputation for quiet comfort.
Its Spaceframe™ baffle design provides stable support while two suspended Thermal Mirror™ layers efficiently reflect body heat for a 5.4 R-value, all without the crinkly noise typical of insulated pads. Built with durable 20D/40D nylon, it includes a Vortex™ pump sack that pairs with the Laylow™ valve for quick, easy inflation.
Tired of blowing up your sleeping pad manually? Check out the Flextail Zero Pump.
*Sleeping Pads are non-returnable if they have been removed from the packaging.
Nemo Tensor Elite Sleeping Pad
Tensor™ Elite is NEMO’s lightest sleeping pad, designed for ultralight hikers with a gram-saving mummy shape, a 2.4 R-value, and a durable 10D CORDURA® nylon shell that keeps weight to an ethereal 240 grams. Featuring the innovative Apex™ baffle system, it ensures even weight distribution and stable comfort while remaining 3 inches thick, whisper-quiet, and highly packable.
Equipped with a Laylow™ valve, it inflates easily with the included Vortex™ pump sack—though it can be used without it—for a fast and effortless setup on the trail.
Tired of blowing up your sleeping pad manually? Check out the Flextail Zero Pump.
*Sleeping Pads are non-returnable if they have been removed from the packaging.
Nemo Tensor Trail Sleeping Pad
Building on the success of NEMO's original best-selling Tensor line, Tensor™ Trail is designed for three-season adventures where weight is the top priority, offering versatile warmth from spring to fall while packing down light.
Its interior features NEMO’s proprietary Spaceframe™ baffle design, which provides stable support with just the right amount of give, while a suspended layer of ultra-thin, metallized Thermal Mirror™ film efficiently reflects body heat for a 2.8 R-value—all without the crinkling noise found in many insulated pads.
Constructed with durable 20D (top) and 40D (bottom) nylon for added protection against punctures and tears, Tensor Trail also includes a Vortex™ pump sack that pairs seamlessly with the microadjustable Laylow™ valve for quick and effortless inflation.
Tired of blowing up your sleeping pad manually? Check out the Flextail Zero Pump.
*Sleeping Pads are non-returnable if they have been removed from the packaging.
Flextail Zero Pump w/ USB-C Battery
The Flextail Zero Sleeping Pad Pump is a game-changer for backpackers! Say goodbye to the chore of manually blowing up your sleeping pad and prevent moisture and mold from building up in your pad.
We know that in the world of backpacking, every ounce counts, and every inch matters. That's why Zero Pump is crafted to be the lightest and tiniest outdoor pump out there, designed to trim down the weight of your pack and swiftly inflate your sleeping pad.
This bad boy is smaller than a Snickers bar, with a packed weight around 2 ounces including the 1.2 oz pump itself plus the included USB-C rechargeable battery, and a nozzle to fit your specific sleeping pad.
The Flextail measures a compact 1" x 3" (about 2.5 x 7.5 cm). Yup, you heard it right – smaller than your favorite candy! Say goodbye to bulky gear hogging up space in your backpack, Zero Pump has got your back!
Thermarest Z Lite SOL Sleeping Pad
A little thicker than the Nemo. It’s lightweight and does the job quite well.
– Carl S., ★★★★☆
Always a favorite of the ultralight elite, the Z Lite SOL expands upon the performance of the Original Z Lite by adding reflective ThermaCapture™ coating to capture radiant heat and increase overall warmth by nearly 15%.
Factoring in the system of heat trapping dimples, the Z Lite SOL has an R-Value of 2.0, making it perfect for use on its own in warmer weather or layering under another pad for extra warmth in the cold.
The proprietary foams are softer on top for extra comfort and denser on the bottom for extra durability, making the Z Lite SOL an ideal closed-cell foam pad for those in need of an ultralight, highly compact and super-reliable sleep system.
AVAILABLE TO CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED STATES ONLY
Zpacks Inflatable Pillow
Pillow was lightweight and perfect height. A good option for a lightweight pillow.
– Linda M., ★★★★★
Relax after a long day of adventure with our inflatable pillow. Designed for ultralight hikers looking to save weight without compromising comfort, our pillow inflates with only a breath or two and features a comfortable crescent shape perfect for back and side sleepers alike.
*This Item is Non-Returnable if Removed from Packaging*
Zpacks Comfy Camp Pillow
When you've gone so ultralight that you are wearing all your clothing layers to bed but still want a comfortable spot to rest your head the Zpacks Comfy Camp Pillow is the solution!
This camp pillow has ultra-soft Octa® fleece against your face, and is stuffed with six layers of Climashield Apex insulation to give it resilient loft. The insulation can be removed or augmented with other gear items like a down hood and booties.
Elastic bands on the back allow you to attach it to a stuff sack, dry bag, or inflatable pillow to give your head extra lift. An adjustable shock cord band secures the pillow to your sleeping pad to keep it from sliding around.
The pillow folds and rolls to about the size of a soda can, and stays compressed with the shock cord strap to keep you packed size at a minimum.
48" Carbon Fiber Tent Pole
I've been impressed with their combination of very lightweight, excellent build quality and utility. I often use trekking poles, but when I don't these work very well. I highly recommend them.
– William H., ★★★★★
These ultralight carbon fiber tent poles are the perfect substitute for setting up our tents if you do not use trekking poles. The 48” size works with our Plexamid (uses 1), Duplex (uses 2) and Triplex (uses 2) tents.
We also have a 32" Carbon Fiber Tent Pole for propping up the head and foot ends of your tent.
58" Carbon Fiber Tent Pole
I’m certainly not a trekking pole guy and love to save weight and bulk when I can, so since getting the Altaplex, I needed a pole that was tall enough for it and this pole fits the bill! Lightweight, durable, and affordable - this is my solution!
– James A., ★★★★★
These ultralight carbon fiber tent poles are the perfect substitute for setting up our Altaplex Tent if you do not use trekking poles that extend to 58-60".
We also have a 32" Carbon Fiber Tent Pole for propping up the head and foot ends of your tent.
50 Feet 2.0 mm Z-Line Cord
Lowered the weight to my tents, and provided a stronger system overall.
– Carmen W., ★★★★★
On rainy nights when the winds are strong, feel safe inside your dry shelter knowing your guylines are strong enough to withstand anything. Z-line Dyneema® cord is composed of a white Dyneema® core with a braided polyester sheath. Dyneema® has a high strength to weight ratio and does not stretch.
2.0 mm is the best choice for use with Lineloc V Guy Line Adjuster.
Available in Yellow, or Black. The yellow cord is extremely bright and easy to see as guy-lines day or night. It is not reflective but it does stand out well at night with a headlamp or in moonlight. The yellow cord shows up better at night compared to orange colored cord.
Neoair Uberlight Sleeping Pad
What I love most about this sleeping pad is its light weight, and that it packs up very small. I had to send the first one back because of a leaky valve, but received a replacement very quickly. I love the new valve design - it’s very easy to use, and very efficient.
– Constance D., ★★★★☆
As the absolute lightest insulated air sleeping pad available, the NeoAir UberLite is the top choice for thru hikers and ounce counters, setting a new standard for ultralight comfort. The unrivaled Triangular Core Matrix offers the best warmth-to-weight ratio of any air sleeping pad construction, creating a 2.3 R-value. The construction gives the 2.5 inch (6.4 cm) thick pad superior stability for maximum camp comfort.
The ultralight sleeping pad features the high-performance WingLock valve, allowing the pad to inflate three times faster thanks to a larger opening and one-way inflation. Like all Therm-a-Rest pads, the NeoAir UberLite is made in the USA to ensure quality and minimize environmental impact. The pad includes a breath-saving pump sack, compact stuff sack and field repair kit.
Tired of blowing up your sleeping pad manually? Check out the Flextail Zero Pump.
*Sleeping Pads are non-returnable if they have been removed from the packaging.
AVAILABLE TO CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED STATES ONLY
NeoAir Xlite NXT Sleeping Pad
With improved warmth and comfort at no extra weight, the NeoAir XLite NXT solidifies the legacy of its predecessor as the finest ultralight air sleeping pad for year-round backcountry adventures. The refined cutting-edge Triangular Core Matrix™ construction technique integrates with the warmth radiating ThermaCapture™ technology to reduce noise by 83% from the previous model.
At 3-inches thick, with a horizontal baffled structure, the XLite NXT delivers maximum comfort and support at a minimal weight and packed size. Weighing just 12.5 oz (354 g) in the Regular size, and providing a 4-season ready 4.5 R-value, the XLite NXT is the most versatile ultralight sleeping pad on the market and ready to craft better nights under the stars wherever you end up.
Tired of blowing up your sleeping pad manually? Check out the Flextail Zero Pump.
*Sleeping Pads are non-returnable if they have been removed from the packaging.
AVAILABLE TO CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED STATES ONLY
Nemo Tensor All Season Sleeping Pad
The Tensor™ All-Season improves on NEMO’s best-selling original by offering greater warmth for year-round use without adding weight, maintaining its reputation for quiet comfort.
Its Spaceframe™ baffle design provides stable support while two suspended Thermal Mirror™ layers efficiently reflect body heat for a 5.4 R-value, all without the crinkly noise typical of insulated pads. Built with durable 20D/40D nylon, it includes a Vortex™ pump sack that pairs with the Laylow™ valve for quick, easy inflation.
Tired of blowing up your sleeping pad manually? Check out the Flextail Zero Pump.
*Sleeping Pads are non-returnable if they have been removed from the packaging.