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Carroll Creek Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,907 Google reviews · Running trail in Frederick, Maryland · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Carroll Creek Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Carroll Creek Park
“Beautiful unique selection of antiques , and displays were very distinct and artistic, I will definitely go back , what a great find!”
Carroll Creek Park It's a beautiful place to walk in the afternoon with the family. There are many restaurants and ice cream parlors. ❤️ When we went, all the places were very clean. I found it a familiar environment. The children were delighted with the fish and the Vitorias Regia. A beauty apart. ❤️
This park is the perfect spot for a casual walk, jog or run. Also a great spot to take the kids or go for a bike ride. Very lively on weekends and a ton of restaurants and shops to explore. Large parking garages nearby help make the area super easy to get to.
Lovely park with wide paths along the creek - perfect for walking, biking, or just relaxing by the water. The scenery is charming, with bridges, fountains, and plenty of spots to sit and take in the atmosphere.
In town visiting Frederick MD, and had to stop there. Garage parking costs us $4, but it was doable. Vendors, beautiful walking paths, great weather. The live music was a plus as well. Prices at the booths for food were fair. This would be a great venue for a walking date or stroll with the kids
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful unique selection of antiques , and displays were very distinct and artistic, I will definitely go back , what a great find!”
“Large parking garages nearby help make the area super easy to get to.”
Plan your run at Carroll Creek Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websitecityoffrederick.com
- Phone+1 301-600-1380
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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