2017 Map of Hatch Trading Post

About this map

Hatch Trading Post sits as a central landmark in this high-desert landscape of San Juan County, Utah, where a complex network of deep canyons and expansive mesas defines the local geography. The area's drainages, including Montezuma Cr and Alkali Cr, are flanked by prominent features like McCracken Mesa and Cajon Mesa. The map illustrates a region where land use and access are dictated by the rugged topography, shown through the winding routes of Montezuma Creek Rd and Hovenweep Rd. Named landmarks such as Nancy Patterson Canyon, Johnny Benal Canyon, and Tin Cup Spring offer specific points of interest for those studying the local history and place-names of the Shiprock Agency region. The arrangement of high ground at Black Steer Park and Bug Park provides a clear view of the drainage patterns and historical travel corridors utilized throughout this part of the Four Corners region.