Originally a flood control project, this mile-long walking path stretches along Carroll Creek between S Bentz St and S East St, all just south of the historic downtown. Today it's dotted with gardens. fountains and public art, including a trompe l'oeil design of stone and ivy that's painted on the concrete S Carroll St Bridge – the realistic, 3D-style details are mesmerizing.
Carroll Creek Park
Western Maryland
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