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Knot-a-Hitch™
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Ruffwear

Knot-a-Hitch™

4.5 out of 5 · 6 reviews
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Color
Red Clay (609)
  • Allows dog to roam safely at camp
  • Securely sets up between trees or post
  • Durable, climbing-inspired components
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About this item

The Knot-a-Hitch™ is a campsite dog-hitching system using climbing-inspired components and hardware. Designed with car camping in mind, this comprehensive and intuitive system allows your dog to roam at camp while remaining on leash. The Knot-a-Hitch™ includes a strong, kernmantle rope that can be set up between two trees or secured to a single post using Ruffwear-designed hardware and an easy-to-use tensioning system. Your dog can explore their new surroundings while you go about camp duties such as setting up the tent, cooking dinner, or building a fire. Note: The Knot-a-Hitch™ should only be attached to a harness (not a collar). What's New: We updated the shell material on the stow bag for improved durability and resistance to fading. Dimensions: Rope Length is 28.5 ft (8.7 m); Stow Bag is 6 x 7 x 2 in (16 x 18.5 x 5 cm); 14.4 ounces

Specifications

Best ForCar camping, Outdoor activities with dogs
MaterialKernmantle rope, Anodized aluminum hardware
CompatibilityDog harnesses (not collars)
Accessory TypeCampsite Dog Hitching System
Colors OfferedRed Clay
Special FeaturesClimbing-inspired components, Easy tensioning system, Stow bag included

Customer reviews (6)

What customers say: Strong, durable, and easy to tension, it gives dogs freedom at camp. Rope length can be limiting for larger spaces.
★★★★☆

Good quality, minor quibble

Elena R. · 2026-04-28 · Verified purchase

The build quality of this hitch is really impressive, especially the kernmantle rope. It feels very secure when my dog is attached to his harness. My only small complaint is that the stow bag, while updated, could be slightly larger to make packing it away a bit less snug.

★★★★★

Perfect for car camping

Anthony P. · 2026-07-28 · Verified purchase

This system is exactly what we needed for car camping with our energetic border collie. The rope is strong, and the anodized aluminum hardware is robust. Setting it up takes only minutes, and our dog loves the freedom it provides compared to just a regular leash.

★★★★★

Super easy setup

Derek O. · 2025-10-19

This hitching system makes campsite setup with our dog so much easier and stress-free.

★★★☆☆

Decent, but needs more length

Isaac C. · 2026-10-15

This setup is good quality, as expected from Ruffwear. The kernmantle rope and hardware feel sturdy and secure. My main issue is the length; it's just a bit too short for the spaces we typically camp in, limiting my dog's roaming radius more than I hoped.

★★★★★

Freedom for my furry friend

Christina K. · 2026-10-08 · Verified purchase

This hitching system has been fantastic for our camping trips. It's so easy to set up between two trees, and the tensioning system is truly simple to use. Our golden retriever, Luna, gets to explore without me worrying, and I can focus on getting dinner ready.