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Lead image from the original R&M Oak Island Beach, North Carolina album

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Oak Island Beach, North Carolina

The low-rise shoreline creates room for long walks, shell hunting and sunrise or sunset views. At the island's eastern end, Oak Island Lighthouse provides a distinctive modern landmark beside Caswell Beach.

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The Story of Oak Island Beach, North Carolina

Oak Island is a barrier-island community in Brunswick County, North Carolina, with miles of south-facing Atlantic beach. The island is connected to the mainland by two bridges and includes residential neighborhoods, public beach accesses and views toward the Cape Fear River entrance.

LocationOak Island Beach, North Carolina
Known ForThe low-rise shoreline creates room for long walks, shell hunting and sunrise or sunset views. At the island's eastern end, Oak Island Lighthouse provides a distinctive modern landmark beside Caswell Beach.
Adventure StylePort Call • Culture • Waterfront
R&M Photo DateOct 14, 2020 – Aug 23, 2021
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Oak Island Beach, North Carolina in Context

Oak Island is a barrier-island community in Brunswick County, North Carolina, with miles of south-facing Atlantic beach. The island is connected to the mainland by two bridges and includes residential neighborhoods, public beach accesses and views toward the Cape Fear River entrance.

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What Makes It Special

The low-rise shoreline creates room for long walks, shell hunting and sunrise or sunset views. At the island's eastern end, Oak Island Lighthouse provides a distinctive modern landmark beside Caswell Beach.

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Interesting Facts

Oak Island Lighthouse began operation in 1958. Its south-facing beach means the sun can appear to rise and set over water at different times of year.

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Explore our R&M Adventures photographs to see Oak Island's beach, dunes, ocean views and coastal landmarks.

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The Story of Oak Island Beach, North Carolina

Oak Island is a barrier-island community in Brunswick County, North Carolina, with miles of south-facing Atlantic beach. The island is connected to the mainland by two bridges and includes residential neighborhoods, public beach accesses and views toward the Cape Fear River entrance.

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