Ellice Swamp
Ellice Swamp is a large woodlot in Perth County, Ontario. The swamp covers approximately 856 hectares (2,120 acres). It is located between Stratford and Milverton in the northeastern portion of the Thames River Watershed, between the North Branch of the Thames and the Nith River.
| Ellice Swamp | |
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| Location | Perth County, Ontario, Ontario, Canada |
| Coordinates | 43°47′N 80°10′W |
| Established | 1946 (as Class 2 Provincially Significant wetland) |
| Named for | Ellice Township (Ontario) |
| Governing body | Upper Thames River Conservation Authority and Grand River Conservation Authority |
| Website | www |
Historically, it was known as Ellice Huckleberry Swamp and was part of the Huron Tract administered by the Canada Company. The wetland is 100% palustrine with 100% organic substrates.
It is primarily owned by the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority; the northern section of Ellice Swamp being owned by the Grand River Conservation Authority.
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