Oak Island
When you stand on the beach at Oak Island and look out over the Atlantic Ocean, you are actually facing the Bahamas, Florida and Cuba.- 2000 Census Population – 6,571
- 48.8 % male
- 51.2% female
- Median Age 49.2
- Total Housing Units – 6,651
- Occupied housing units – 3,076
- Vacant Housing Units –3,575
- Seasonal, recreational or occasional use – 3,262
- 2004 Population Estimate –7,281
Things To Do & Points Interest
- Boating-Blue Water & Dutchman Creek Marinas
- Canoe/Kayak/Bike Trails
- Environmental Education Center?
- Golf - South Harbour Golf Links
- Oak Island Nature Center - is both entertaining and educational.
- Offers a nature center with live animals, butterfly garden and a talking tree trail.
- Pier fishing at Yaupon Beach & Ocean Crest Piers
Major Events/Festivals
- Celebration Oak Island
- Christmas By The Sea Festival
- Long Bay Lady Anglers King Mackerel Tournament
- Oak Island Art Guild's Labor Day Art/Craft Fair
- Oak Island Garden Tour
- Oak Island Lighthouse 10k/5K Run/Walk
- Women Anglers-In-Training Weekend