Cascading and winding through lush native bush fairy falls runs in several levels, with one large main waterfall at the bottom, and several smaller waterfalls further up. A small pond bubbles away under the falls; which isn't bad for a wee dip.

If you're not keen for a swim this idyllic little spot is ideal for a picnic or just a spot of relaxation amongst West Auckland's beautiful bushland.

The track isn't to difficult, taking around 50 minutes return, however take some solid hiking shoes and leave your jandals at home, as the rocks around the waterfall can be pretty slippery; especially when it rains.

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I used to live just a stone's throw from this magical hidden gem in Auckland's Waitakere Ranges and the dogs and I would trek up and down here most days. Fairy Falls is best viewed in the cooler months after a big rainfall so that the waterfalls are running strong. My advice is to leave a car at the top and bottom and start at the Scenic Drive end so the walk is all downhill (very important if you plan to do it with kids!). The native bush down towards the waterfalls is full of cascading ferns, punga and native bird life, such as the kereru (wood pigeon) and there's lots of great little resting stops. But it's the falls itself that will capture your imagination as they cascade from rock pool to rock pool. TIP: Take sturdy shoes after the rain because there are parts that can be slippery!