Dreaming of mountains are usually associated with explorations, danger and risk. Mountains hold a significant meaning in our feelings of vulnerability. To go back to the roots of this symbolism, some sufferers from altitude sickness would see visions and dreams that resembled mountain landscapes.
Scaling a mountain in dreams frequently symbolize how we view the world in terms of our courage or willingness to venture forth into unknown places or heed difficult callings which may be present in our life choices.
Additional dreams of mountains could represent a place where one can find oneself, be introspective, and grow from the process. Also, seeing mountains in your dream represents your masculine qualities that are being suppressed in waking life.
Dreams about feeling small as you stand looking up at the towering mountainside usually indicates that you need to recognize your own value and grow past old ideas of yourself to gain power and confidence.
Dreaming about conquering a mountain may represent an aspect of your character which is overshadowed by challenges of daily life.