Lakeport Library — Lake County Library
🏢 Lake County Library · Lakeport, California
Lakeport Library — Lake County Library
Overlooking the western shore of Clear Lake in the county seat of Lakeport, the Lake County Library's flagship branch has served this North Coast community since the county established its public library system — providing books, public computers and statewide digital resources to residents of one of California's least-dense counties.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10am–5pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–7pm |
| Thursday | 10am–5pm |
| Friday | 10am–5pm |
| Saturday | 10am–5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 1425 N. HIGH, LAKEPORT, CA 95453
Phone: +1707-263-8817
Website: lakecountyca.gov
Plus Code: 84FV332M+H5 (LAKEPORT, CA)
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📖 About Lakeport Library — Lake County Library
The Lakeport Library is the main branch of the Lake County Library system, located at 1425 N. High Street in Lakeport, California, the county seat of Lake County. Lakeport sits on the western shore of Clear Lake — the largest natural freshwater lake entirely within California — 125 miles northwest of Sacramento. The town was known as Forbestown until 1861, when it was renamed Lakeport and formally incorporated in 1888. The Lake County Library serves a rural, mountainous county whose communities are spread across valleys and ridgelines above Clear Lake; the Lakeport branch anchors service for the county seat and surrounding area. The library offers books, DVDs, public computers and free Wi-Fi, and Wednesday evening hours extend until 7 p.m. to accommodate working residents. Cardholders also gain access to California's broad network of digital resources through Libby and hoopla.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Main branch of the Lake County Library system — serving the county seat of Lakeport on the shore of Clear Lake
- Clear Lake, just steps from the library district, is the largest natural freshwater lake entirely within California
- Extended Wednesday evening hours until 7 p.m. for working and school-day visitors
- Rated 4.9 stars by patrons — one of the highest-rated public libraries in the North Coast region
- Access to Libby eBooks, hoopla streaming and California statewide digital databases
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Lake County Library cardholders can access a wide range of digital resources at no cost:
📚 Services
- Free borrowing for Lake County residents
- Public computers and internet access
- Free Wi-Fi
- DVD and media lending
- Interlibrary loan
- Reference and reader's advisory assistance
- Access to Libby, hoopla and California digital databases
🎸 Programs
- Children's storytime and youth programs
- Summer Reading program for all ages
- Adult programs and community events
- Seasonal programming and local partnerships
📍 Nearby Libraries in Lake & Colusa Counties
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clear Lake and why does it matter to Lakeport?
Clear Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake entirely within California, and Lakeport sits on its western shore. The lake is central to the county's identity — Lake County is named for it — and the Lakeport Library serves the community that grew up around its shores after the town was renamed from Forbestown in 1861.
What are the Lakeport Library's hours, and when is it open late?
The library is open Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday is the late night — open until 7 p.m. The library is closed Monday and Sunday.
Can I borrow eBooks with a Lake County Library card?
Yes. Lake County Library cardholders can download eBooks and audiobooks through Libby (OverDrive) and stream an unlimited selection of movies, TV, music, comics and audiobooks through hoopla — all free with your library card.
Does the Lakeport Library have public computers and Wi-Fi?
Yes. The library offers public computer workstations with internet access and free Wi-Fi for patrons with their own devices.
✓ Hours & details last verified from official sources in October 2026.
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