The Town of Oak Island was formed in 1999 when the towns of
Long Beach and Yaupon Beach consolidated. This consolidation
gave it the distinction of the most populated incorporated town
in Brunswick County.
Although the largest Town in the County, a small town atmosphere
is enjoyed by its residents. The foundation of this beach community
has always been public access — consider the over 52 public
beach accesses (most with parking), two public boat ramps, several
areas to put in canoes and kayaks, an extensive sidewalk system
for bikes and pedestrians to enjoy, recreation trails, numerous
parks and playgrounds, a full service parks and recreation department,
and youth friendly facilities such as the newly completed skate
board park.
Programs geared toward senior citizens are located at the Parks
& Recreation Department and the Oak Island Senior Citizens
Center. The Town of Oak Island has extended is boundaries to
include the mainland areas along Long Beach Road. This is the
area where large grocery, department stores, and fast food restaurants
can be found.
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