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About Oak Island, North Carolina
 
Oak Island’s ten miles of unspoiled coastal
strand faces south on the Atlantic Ocean. By car,
we’re just 27 miles south of Wilmington, NC and
60 miles north of Myrtle Beach, SC. The
area is known for its gnarled live oak trees that lean
toward the ground from years of sea breezes. In
addition to the sun and surf, many local activities
attract vacationers year-round. With gentle surf,
miles of sandy beach,
breathtaking views of the
Intracoastal Waterway, and
spectacular sunsets, it is a perfect
setting for making happy memories.
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Oak Island is family-oriented
with a local culture that is friendly
and accommodating. Some
of the island is home to year-round residents, so, the island has amenities
such as a library, post office, fire department, and
banks. Community attractions include intriguing
shops and restaurants, shady parks with a
children’s playground,
golfing at the Oak Island Country Club, miniature golfing, and fishing
on the
three local piers. Caswell Beach shares Oak Island
and takes its name from Fort Caswell, a U.S. Army
fort built in 1826 at the mouth of the Cape Fear
River. Portions of this historic fort still exist. Nearby
is Southport, a quaint and picturesque town with
several marinas and an array of interesting shops
and diverse restaurants.
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