Hitch Knots

A collection of hitch knots with detailed tying instructions.

Adjustable Grip Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Adjustable Grip Hitch

Adjusts tension in tent lines and hammocks.

Anchor Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Anchor Hitch

Secures ropes to anchors, rings, or posts.

Bachmann Knot - Hitch knot tying instructions

Bachmann Knot

Friction hitch for ascending fixed ropes in climbing.

Barrel Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Barrel Hitch

Lifts cylindrical objects like barrels and buckets.

Buntline Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Buntline Hitch

Secures lines to rings, eyes, or poles tightly.

Clove Hitch (Rope End) - Hitch knot tying instructions

Clove Hitch (Rope End)

Secures ropes to posts or spars in outdoor activities.

Clove Hitch (Middle of Rope) - Hitch knot tying instructions

Clove Hitch (Middle of Rope)

Secures rope mid-length to posts or stakes.

Cow Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Cow Hitch

Ties rope to rings or poles.

Cow Hitch with Toggle - Hitch knot tying instructions

Cow Hitch with Toggle

Hitch with toggle for quick release

Farrimond Friction Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Farrimond Friction Hitch

Adjustable hitch for quick tension changes.

Highwayman's Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Highwayman's Hitch

Quick-release hitch for temporary mooring.

Icicle Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Icicle Hitch

Secures ropes to cylindrical objects under load.

Improved Clinch Knot - Hitch knot tying instructions

Improved Clinch Knot

Secures fishing line to hooks, lures, or swivels.

Klemheist Knot - Hitch knot tying instructions

Klemheist Knot

Directional friction hitch for climbing and rescue.

Marlinspike Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Marlinspike Hitch

Creates a temporary handle or secures spars in rope ladders.

Midshipman's Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Midshipman's Hitch

Adjustable loop for securing lines under tension

Mooring Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Mooring Hitch

Quick-release knot for temporary boat mooring.

Munter Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Munter Hitch

Sliding hitch for controlled descents in climbing.

Palomar Knot - Hitch knot tying instructions

Palomar Knot

Strong fishing knot for hooks and lures.

Pedigree Cow Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Pedigree Cow Hitch

Secure attachment to rings or poles.

Pile Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Pile Hitch

Secures boats to posts quickly.

Prusik Knot - Hitch knot tying instructions

Prusik Knot

Friction hitch for climbing and rescue

Rolling Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Rolling Hitch

Attaches a rope to a pole or another rope for lengthwise pulls.

Round Turn & Two Half Hitches - Hitch knot tying instructions

Round Turn & Two Half Hitches

Secures ropes to fixed objects like posts or rings.

Siberian Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Siberian Hitch

Quick-release hitch for cold-weather use with gloves.

Snelling a Hook - Hitch knot tying instructions

Snelling a Hook

Securely attaches a hook to a fishing line.

Taut-line Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Taut-line Hitch

Adjustable hitch for maintaining tension in ropes.

Timber Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Timber Hitch

Secures ropes to logs for hauling or lifting.

Trucker's Hitch - Hitch knot tying instructions

Trucker's Hitch

Secures heavy loads with mechanical advantage.

Trucker's Hitch (Quick Release) - Hitch knot tying instructions

Trucker's Hitch (Quick Release)

Quickly secures loads or tarps for transport.

Two Half Hitches - Hitch knot tying instructions

Two Half Hitches

Secures ropes to fixed objects under tension.