2017 Map of Hachita Peak

About this map

The Little Hatchet Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in southwestern New Mexico, straddling the boundary between Grant and Hidalgo counties. High points like Hachita Peak and Lalacha Peak rise above the surrounding flats of Hachita Valley and Playas Valley. The terrain is marked by critical water sources for local ranching and travel, including Livermore Spring and Cottonwood Spring. Significant mountain passages such as Broken Jug Pass and Granite Pass underscore the historical importance of the region's topography for movement. A modern layer of use is evidenced by the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, which winds through the central peaks. Local infrastructure is represented by primitive routes like Little Hatchet Mountain Rd and Stone Cabin Gulch, indicating a landscape largely defined by its natural relief and isolated ranching access.