The village of Tanem lies at the foot of Vassfjellet and stretches westwards almost down to the river Nidelva. Vassfjellet and the forested areas around the village provides ample room for outdoors activities, like hiking, mountain biking, and foraging for berries. The local skiing clubs include Freidig Alpin and Vassfjellet SK. The local Motorcycle Club Sprengstart MC was founded here in 1983.