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THEIS ATTAWAY NATURE CENTER
Theis Attaway Nature Center is a City of Tomball Park with a
four-acre nature preserve. The Park was donated and dedicated in
memory of A. W. (Allie) Theis by his wife, Thelma Attaway Theis,
and their children. The forefathers of the Theis family settled
in the Tomball area in 1846. The park is located off of Theis
Lane northeast of the Wal-Mart Superstore at 13509 Theis Lane.
The Park features: Reservations available
The park features:
- Grassy Amphitheater – The small amphitheater
is near the front of the park and overlooks the
natural pond. The seating area is three stone
rows and a little stage area for small
entertaining groups. Great for a small gathering
or outdoor educational programs.
- Walking Trails – The 6' wide asphalt-walking
trail is focused around preserved wetlands. It
is a nice shady stroll averaging about 'A mile
from start to finish. There are (2) two- nice
shaded picnic areas perfect for a little break
and there are 5 benches for rest stops along the
way.
- Pond – In the 1950s iron ore was dug from
this location for use in widening what is now
State Highway 249. The iron ore pits became the
family swimming and fishing hole. These ponds
have been transformed into a wildlife sanctuary
for birds and small animals. Aquatic vegetation
has been added to supply oxygen and food supply
to support the wildlife and fish population.
Special wildlife islands have been created in
the pond to provide a home for migratory birds.
The pond has a walk out pier and makes fishing
easier or just take time to watch the ducks
swimming.
- Bird/Wildlife Observation Blind – This
blind is built over looking the fishpond and has
many wooden box birdhouses surrounding it. By
keeping much of the existing woods intact, small
mammals such as squirrels and rabbits may be
seen. This also keeps intact existing bird
habitats.
- Restrooms – The Park has nice clean
restrooms, cleaned daily by the Public
Works Department and water fountains close
by.
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