Hitching Post
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🔍 Analysis
- 🏆 #733 of 867 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
HitchingPost
A Valheim mod that adds functional hitching posts to the game.
Features
- Hitch tamed creatures to any wooden or iron beam to prevent them from wandering off.
- Configurable hitching key (default: H).
- Simple to use: point at a tamed creature, press the hitch key to tether, and they will follow you on the lead.
Then press the hitch key again while pointing at a beam to attach them.
To release them, press the key again while pointing at the tethered creature to unhitch.
Installation
### Thunderstore / r2modman (Recommended)
- Install via Thunderstore Mod Manager or r2modman.
- Download the mod from Thunderstore, and follow the Manual Installation instructions below.
### Nexus Mods / Vortex
- Install via Vortex Mod Manager.
- Download the mod from Nexus Mods, and follow the Manual Installation instructions below.
### Manual Installation
1. Install BepInExPack Valheim.
2. Download the latest release of HitchingPost.
3. Extract the HitchingPost.dll file into your <Valheim Install Folder>\BepInEx\plugins directory.
Configuration
The com.malafein.hitchingpost.cfg file will be generated in your BepInEx/config folder after the first run.
There you can change the hitch key binding and toggle debug HoverText.
Changelog
See CHANGELOG.md for version history.
Bugs & Known Issues
Feel free to log any issues you encounter while using this mod on GitHub.
Thank You
kbutler73 and Jojenman - For all your help with testing, debugging, ideas, and most of all, for the great fun and adventures in ValTeim!
A Valheim gameplay mod that adds functional hitching posts, allowing players to tie up their animals. With only 3 endorsements and 180 downloads, it's a niche addition for players who want more stable management options. Last updated June 2026.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Fills a niche for players who want to secure their tamed animals.
- Simple concept that could integrate well with existing base-building.
- Recently updated (June 2026), so it's likely compatible with current game version.
⚠️ Cons
- Very low adoption (3 endorsements) — might be buggy or not widely tested.
- Unknown compatibility with other mods or specific game updates.
For Valheim players who enjoy base-building and taming animals, and want a way to keep their livestock in place. If you're looking for a polished, well-documented mod, this might not be it yet. Skip if you prefer combat or exploration mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place hitching posts on flat ground to avoid pathing issues with animals.
- Test with a single tamed animal first to see if the hitching mechanic works as expected.
- Check the mod's page for any updates or patches before installing.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Valheim Mods
- Author
- malafein
- Version
- 1.0.8
- Downloads
- 180
- Endorsements
- 3
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 3/11/2026
- Updated
- 6/6/2026
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