The Town of Oak Island has done a wonderful job of preserving this area and establishing handicap accessible walkways. Environmental education signage has been placed along the walkways throughout the dune field so visitors will learn the importance of this habitat for plants and animals. Walk from the parking area along the pathways to the beach and continue westward to the Lockwood Folly Inlet. While not completely pristine, the West End is one of the few remaining dune and beach areas where development has been limited. Holden Beach can be easily seen on the other side of the inlet. Continue walking north along the inlet and turn east continuing along the waters edge. Here views of the Atlantic Intracoastal Water Way and the estuary can be found. Across the estuary are several dredge spoil islands. This area is also known for its excellent fishing. Kings Lynn Drive ends at this side of the island. Walking east on Kings Lynn Drive will bring you to a pathway that crosses the middle of the island and will return you to the parking area. Photos of West end of Oak Island