Alpine County Library

While visiting Markleeville, we stopped at the library to use the WiFi, and later to rent some DVDs. The librarians there were GREAT! They insisted on signing us up for library cards even though we reside hundreds of miles away. We gave them some greeting cards as a gift on our last visit, and they even mailed us a little thank-​you that we received after we returned home. They invited us to join the little happy-​hour gathering of local businesses taking place in the back of the library and help ourselves to some snacks (we declined). I agree with Liv K. that the tiny adjacent park is a nice place to hang out — I sat with my laptop on a bench with the sound of a stream running nearby, doing some necessary work in a lovely environment. This is real, old-​school, small-​town charm.
The only reason I give 4 stars rather than 5 is that I didn’t check out the book collection, and I don’t think I can really provide a complete review of a library if it doesn’t include the books.

Great little library in a charming town. The adjacent park is tiny but perfect for a impromptu picnic or green space for the kiddos to run around. The library has a decent selection of books for your weekend getaway in the country, plus free ²⁴⁄₇ wifi if you need to check-​in with work or catch-​up with your status feed. There is also a children’s section complete with play area. During the hot summers and cold winters, head inside for relief from the elements as they offer A/​C in the summer and heat in the winter. If you’ve had your fill of the stunning views of snow-​capped mountains and wildflower-​filled valleys, or you’re worn out from the fantastic hiking, mountain/​road biking, or long, leisurely drives along the mountain passes and need a different type of getaway, grab a good book and curl up on one of their comfortable chairs. Once in awhile, they have a book sale on the side of the library, too!