The remote location of Dome Peak, combined with its height, make it a less common destination for Cascade Range mountaineers. Dome Peak is at the southern end of the Ptarmigan Traverse mountaineering route.
Dome Peak's remote location and height contribute to its relative obscurity as a destination for experienced climbers in the Cascade Range. Situated at the southern endpoint of the well-known Ptarmigan Traverse mountaineering route, Dome Peak presents a formidable challenge.