Little Wood River Library
🏢 LiLI — Libraries Linking Idaho · Carey, Idaho
Little Wood River Library
Little Wood River Library sits in the high desert valley of Carey, Idaho — gateway to Craters of the Moon National Monument — bringing LiLI research databases, IDEA e-books, and ShareIdaho statewide borrowing to one of Blaine County's most remote communities.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–5pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 1pm–7pm |
| Thursday | 1pm–7pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 16 Panther Lane, CAREY, ID 83320
Phone: +1208-823-4510
Website: lwrd.lili.org
Plus Code: 85M88374+RF (CAREY, ID)
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📖 About Little Wood River Library
Little Wood River Library serves Carey, Idaho, a small ranching and farming community in the broad Little Wood River valley of Blaine County, roughly 40 miles south of the resort town of Hailey and adjacent to the lava fields of Craters of the Moon National Monument. The library's name reflects its location along the Little Wood River, which drains the Pioneer Mountains to the north before disappearing into the Snake River Plain aquifer — one of the region's defining geological features. As a member of LiLI (Libraries Linking Idaho), the library connects cardholders to statewide research databases, the IDEA ebook program, and the ShareIdaho resource-sharing network, extending the reach of a small rural collection across the entire state. Wednesday and Thursday evening hours serve agricultural workers and families whose daytime schedules revolve around livestock and field operations. The library is an essential community hub in an area where the nearest large library is more than 20 miles away.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Named for the Little Wood River, which flows from the Pioneer Mountains through Carey before sinking into the Snake River Plain aquifer
- Located near Craters of the Moon National Monument, serving one of the most geologically distinctive rural communities in Idaho
- LiLI (Libraries Linking Idaho) member — cardholders access statewide research databases, IDEA e-books, and ShareIdaho resource sharing
- Wednesday and Thursday evening hours (1–7pm) accommodate agricultural workers and rural families in the Carey area
- IDEA ebook program participant — free statewide e-book collection available to all Little Wood River cardholders
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Little Wood River cardholders can read, research and learn free through Idaho's statewide LiLI programs:
📚 Services
- Book and media borrowing for all ages
- LiLI research databases — free to all cardholders
- IDEA e-book program — statewide free e-book collection
- ShareIdaho interlibrary resource sharing
- Public computers and internet access
- Free Wi-Fi during open hours
🎸 Programs
- Children's story time and summer reading programs
- Community gathering space for Carey area residents
- Digital literacy support for rural residents
📍 Nearby Libraries in Blaine & Surrounding Counties
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What are Little Wood River Library's hours?
The library is open Monday 10am–5pm, Wednesday 1–7pm, and Thursday 1–7pm. It is closed Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Wednesday and Thursday evening hours are designed to serve Carey's agricultural and ranching community. Call (208) 823-4510 to confirm holiday schedules before your visit.
Can residents of Carey access e-books and digital resources?
Yes. Little Wood River Library participates in Idaho's IDEA (Idaho Digital E-Book Alliance) program, giving all cardholders free access to a statewide e-book collection. Cardholders also access LiLI research databases at lili.org — covering news, business, science, and more — available 24/7 from any device.
What is ShareIdaho and how does it help Carey residents?
ShareIdaho is a statewide resource-sharing program that lets Little Wood River Library cardholders request materials from participating libraries across Idaho. Because Carey is a small rural community, ShareIdaho significantly extends access — if an item isn't in the local collection, staff can request it from a library anywhere in the state, usually at no charge.
Is Little Wood River Library close to Craters of the Moon?
Yes. Carey sits at the eastern edge of the Craters of the Moon lava fields, and the library is about 8 miles from the Craters of the Moon National Monument visitor center entrance on US-20. The library holds general collection materials and can help visitors find resources about the Monument's volcanic geology and natural history.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.
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