GO NZ: Waterfalls, canyons and cliffs: Auckland's hidden secrets are waiting to be discovered 30 Jan, 2021 11:08 PM 5 minutes to read Walk the clifftops along Te Henga, West Auckland. Photo / Supplied Maggie Wicks Auckland: it's a jungle out there. One of wildflowers, cascading waterfalls, historic tombstones, volcanic trails, and adrenalin-loaded adventure. The nation's largest city has a natural wild side just waiting to be explored. Read More The urban waterfall A six-metre-high waterfall, cascading into a pool of water surrounded by gently sloping grass and bush paths - this is Te Auaunga, Oakley Creek, and its impressive waterfall. Nestled in the greenways between Waterview and Mt Albert, this hidden oasis of green is a secret spot frequented by runners, wanderers, dog walkers, and students taking a shortcut from Unitec each day.