Originally Posted by
generoll
I believe the road to Deep Gap, NC is currently gated and locked. There is a trail from Bly Gap down to a FS road, but local knowledge is helpful. The simplest option is to backtrack from Bly Gap to Blue Ridge Gap and hike down to the pavement. The road up to Blue Ridge Gap has a couple of bad spots which can take a toll on tires. Just arrange for your shuttle to pick you up at the pavement and hike out that way. If you want to wait for the road to Deep Gap to open, then keep calling the Nantahala Ranger District to find out when the foad will be open.