Abstract: The present subject matter includes method and apparatus for a vehicle mounted step. Examples include a step apparatus comprising a frame having a first end and a second end, a first step member having a first end and a second end, a first pivot connection adapted to couple the first end of the first step member to the first end of the frame and a frame connecting member to couple the frame to the hitch receiver using a receiver pin, wherein the frame connecting member includes a drawbar and a hitch ball, wherein the frame includes a top portion connected to a bottom plate using a first and a second support member, the first and second support member sized to allow the frame connecting member to pass between the first and the second support members, wherein the frame includes a collar to secure the frame to the frame connecting member using a set screw and a jam nut, and wherein the first step member include a first step plate connected to a first tubular shaft.