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The Dome Summit Track

The easiest way to the top!

Alpine Climbing Moderate

Distance
5.3 km
Ascent
3 m
Descent
1 km
Low Point
1.6 km
High Point
2.6 km
Gradient
14˚
The Dome Summit Track Map

This is a popular alpine climbing route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between June and November. From a low point of 1.6 km to the maximum altitude of 2.6 km, the route covers 5.3 km, 3 vertical metres of ascent and 1028 vertical metres of descent. You'll need ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.

Description

Minimal technical equipment with no steep sections makes this great for newbies!

Difficulty

Moderate

May involve slightly more complex glacier hikes, easy but possibly long rock ridges and steep snow up to 45 degrees. Equivalent to PD, PD+

Low Exposure

1 out of 4

The route is well protected or easy enough that protection is not required.

Remoteness

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between June and November

Equipment required

  • Ice axe
  • Crampons