The trip from Santa Rosa Beach to Salt Lake City is best accomplished by air. You will fly from ECP to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). The journey typically involves a connection in a hub like Atlanta or Denver. You are moving from the coastal plains of Florida to the high-altitude desert and mountains of Utah.
Total Distance: 3,200 km driving, 2,700 km air distance.
Delta has a major hub in SLC, making connections easier.
December to March for skiing, or June to August for hiking.