The Reagan House provides easy access to numerous activities within a short distance in the Nantahala Forest region, in Franklin NC or other nearby communities:
Hiking the Appalachian, Bartram & other trails. The Nantahala Hiking Club is across the road from the Reagan House at 173 Carl Slagle Rd.
Motorcycling some of the greatest road in the southeast like the Waterfall Byway Along, Armando's Ride, Thunder Road, and the amazing ride from Franklin, NC to Deal's Gap to the world famous Tail of the Dragon!!
Scenic Smoky Mountains sites including mountain peaks like Wayah Bald, Cowee Bald, Siler Bald and more
Waterfalls like Rufus Morgan Falls, Big Laurel Falls, Dry Falls, Bull Cove Falls and more
Other outdoor activities like golfing at two local courses, river tubing, white water rafting, horseback riding, zip lining, fishing, winter tubing, ice skating and skiing.
Indoors you can experience friendly laid back mountain culture through Native American and Appalachian Cultural Sites and Museums, local performing arts centers, other music and entertainment venues, antiquing, gem mining, curio shopping, unique dining establishments and The Fun Factory Amusement Center.
The Nonah Weavers Craft Center across the road from the Reagan House at 155 Carl Slagle Rd.