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Theis Attaway Nature Center
4.4 ★★★★☆ 186 Google reviews · Running trail in Tomball, Texas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Theis Attaway Nature Center'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.
4-acre nature preserve featuring paved walking trails, picnic areas, a fishing pond & amphitheater.
What runners say about Theis Attaway Nature Center
“Beautiful and peaceful spot tucked away and protected from the city growth.”
Lovely small escape spot. Short paved walking trail with a catch and release pond and public restrooms. Home to some Cottonmouths and tons of fresh-water jellyfish so keep your eyes open. But come and spend a few minutes having a picnic lunch or looking for turtles.
Cute place with ducks, turtles, small fish. Nice little walking route. It has picnic tables with a small bbq pit.
Small little park. Has some cool parts to it. Not really meant for walking your pets. More for eating lunch and getting eaten up by mosquitoes.🦟 However we got stared at for the first 10 minutes of being there by an older couple while walking our dog. Maybe I have fans? 🤥
A lovely place, but very small. It feels like you are on a little island of nature surrounded by city on all sides. Pets are okay on leash. The walking trail is paved but very short. Lots of areas for picnicking.
Trail conditions & character
“Short paved walking trail with a catch and release pond and public restrooms.”
“It's a cute little nature park that is way bigger than you would imagine from the street or parking lot.”
“Short paved walking trail with a catch and release pond and public restrooms.”
“🦟 However we got stared at for the first 10 minutes of being there by an older couple while walking our dog.”
“Beautiful and peaceful spot tucked away and protected from the city growth.”
Plan your run at Theis Attaway Nature Center
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitetomballtx.gov
- Phone(281) 351-5484
Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 5 AM–10 PM |
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