Ephraim Swamp is an important wetland bound on the north, east and south sides by the Niagara Escarpment and upland areas. These rare coastal wetlands play a crucial role in preserving the quality of water that flows into Ephraim’s Eagle Harbor and help to prevent flooding in the Village of Ephraim and adjacent coastal areas. Ephraim Swamp’s wetlands harbor a diverse array of uncommon plants and animals, including the federally endangered Hine’s Emerald dragonfly which can be found foraging for insects in the swamp.