just got back a couple days ago. rode 2up on a 1479mi., 5 day, Columbus OH - blue ridge parkway loop. took I75 down. stayed in Robbinsville NC. rode the area attractions, tail of the dragon, etc.. then, rode from robbinsville to BRP by way of Cherokee. rode BRP m.469, to fancy gap m.199. finally, I 77 back home. the BRP is open, in good - excellent condition, no detours, some road construction. much BRP recently resurfaced in EC..