I have made the trip from West LA to the in-town Bishop SC, in not freezing temperatures, with only a couple of miles left. I would much rather make this one, as I can walk to Meadow Farms for a double bacon breakfast burrito (don't judge). I could probably make it under ideal conditions.
I am heading up January, but with 3 adults when it will be colder. Maybe I'll charge for 5 minutes in LP to get me here.