Ephraim has a beautiful palm fringed beach with parking, restrooms, foot wash, drink machine and phone. The clear waters of the beach offer lots of opportunities for thrilling water sports, from sailing and surfing to snorkeling, kayaking and diving. The wetland preserve in the village leads to two looped trails through seven acres of a regenerating wetland ecosystem. Take a leisurely boat ride or fish directly off the pier at the Anderson Dock Marina where you can also see the historic Dock warehouse, which is well known for its boat name ‘graffiti’. Just a short distance away from the clusters of vacation rentals Ephraim Wisconsin is the Harborside Park, which features gazebo for summer concerts, playground equipment, benches and picnic area, public parking and offers a beautiful view of the Bay. If you want to feast your eyes to the spectacular sunsets, then walk down to the Village Hall and Ephraim Library that houses a public park ideal for picnics and watching Ephraim's sunsets. Those who love to take long walks will surely have great time hiking on the beautiful trail, which runs from the Wetland Preserve to Anderson Dock and eastward. Enjoy the soothing tranquility of the nature at the Ephraim Preserve at Anderson Pond or take a sneak peek in to the history by exploring the historic edifices including Old Ephraim Firehouse, The Moravian Church, the Pioneer Schoolhouse, and the Anderson Barn. An interesting day trip to the nearby town of Fish Creek will reward you with its dramatic landscape consisting of dense forest, shimmering lakes and rolling mountains.
Ephraim offers a fine selection of shopping and dining options. There are several shops in the village where you can buy a variety of good stuff —ranging from colorful fabrics, shoes, books, wooden and ceramic showpieces, jewelry to lovely memorabilia. If you are in mood to try out some local delicacies, then step out from your gorgeous Ephraim cottage rentals and homes to dine at one of the many pleasing restaurants of the village, which not only dish out authentic delicacies of the region but a wide array of international fares as well with exotic drinks and desserts.