Honestly one of the most beautiful views in a library that I have ever experienced! All the windows show a full 360 view of the desert (White Tank Mountains), and it is breathtaking! The staff are soft spoken and kind, the environment is quiet and relaxed, and they have a great selection of seeds for your garden. The parking lot is abundant, and the White Tank Nature Center shares an entrance with them. I plan to visit every time I'm out! read more

We've been here 3 times since we've moved here and it has become our favorite library! The big windows with the scenic view was a power move! It's clean, has plenty of sitting areas, and a book selection that is great for both adults and children! Lastly, the staff has always been welcoming, helpful, and kind! When school resume this will continue to be our go to library. read more

Peaceful library. A place you want to bring a coffee and just sit and read for hours with that excellent 180 degree view of the White Tank Mountains. We came on a rainy day and it was 65 degrees and cloudy. Simply gorgeous. We discovered the trail right outside and took it around the library. There's also a Nature Center right next door but they close earlier than the library (2pm on Saturday, library is open till 5pm). read more

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This was my first time visiting White Tank Library and I will definitely be back! I was mostly excited about their selection of puzzles. They have a puzzle honor system shelf - take a puzzle and bring it back whenever you're done! Amazing for someone who enjoys puzzling as a hobby like myself. It was spacious, lots of areas to sit, beautiful scenery you can see out the windows, clean space. read more

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This is one of the best libraries in the West Valley! I frequent the White Tank Library to check out books and magazines. Yes, I still prefer to read a book! Also, to enjoy the amazing desert scenery and the quietness. Inside, there is a large collection of media. Additionally, outside you can sit down and enjoy watching birds and looking at flowers and Saguaro cacti. read more

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This library is awesome, what an incredible library, and awesome staff. Loved the view beyond belief as well.

Wow, what a wonderful library with excellent Mountain View! It located in a remote area and was surrounded by mountains, bushes and huge cactus. This library is definitely a hidden gym. Think about reading in front of a huge window with extraordinary desert view! read more

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Really beautiful. Felt like a much needed escape. Staff was so nice. Just wish they had a more friendly kids area. read more

the view is beautiful and the workers are nice! Definitely recommend this library, love it!

Beautiful location to read or work online. Lots of windows with views of the mountains and cactus. Very relaxing location. read more

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Love this location. Amazing and inspiring views. Wild life inches away and all from the comfort of AC. Great spot to study, read, or find a book. read more

Nice spot to relax, take in the gift store with nice gifts. There are some rattle snakes in tanks here along with a tarantula, scorpions and tortoise. The library was mostly closed for social distancing, some tables out with books. Lots of trails next door at county park, pay to go in there! read more

Well, It was fathers day weekend, mother decided to visit from Cali. It was about 110 degrees outside, and most likely getting out of town would have been a hassle. So we took the kids to the library at White Tanks. I have always wanted to stop by to check this place out. This is definitely a hidden gem. Kids had a ball, there was plenty of things there to keep them busy. Games, coloring, reading, watching movies, and all kinds of activities. They also have about six different kinds of rattlesnakes, three king snakes, and a gila monster on display. There was an actual feeding at 1:00 that day. There is also coffee and snacks for the adults. You can enjoy the view and drink your cup of joe. It's a must see place, especially if you want to get out of the heat. Kids and adults will love this place. read more

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I love the book store and the gift shop. Love the botanical garden and the reptiles and rattle snake display. I always take visitors and local friends up there read more

This library is unlike any other. It is seated up against white tanks mountain and they have brought the wildlife feel into the library. There are a few live snakes you can view in the wildlife room. This is a very large and spacious place. There is an extremely large amount of computers to use, huge selection of dvds you can rent as well as of course...books! I noticed a few private rooms with doors and glass windows that can be used for studying privacy. I found this to be a neat idea and some people were using them. I was happy to find my favorite book here, Pride and Prejudice. I was also able to find the classic Little Women for my daughter. The book selection here is great! Classics as well as new releases. They have a large section for kids to stay busy. This library also holds some fun events such as late night star gazing with telescopes, kids activities, yoga, Pinterest art and wine night, etc. I did also see a sign for horse back riding! We like to hike white tanks mountain and stop into this library. I suggest giving it a try for a fun Saturday morning! If you like nature and books.. you will be in love. read more

White Tank Library - Libraries Near Me - Waddell, Arizona

How have I never been here before today?? The second we pulled into the parking lot it was beautiful. You walk right up to some amazing views of the cacti and desert. If you turn back to look the way you came you can see all the way down to downtown Phoenix. Nestled right in front of the White Tank Mountain entrance you are in for a treat. Inside the entry way there is a snack and drink area with vending machines and tables, a nature preserve where they have a rattle snake and scorpions, and a small bookstore where you can buy used books between 50 cents and two dollars. Inside the library itself there is so much light coming through the beautiful windows, and the chairs are positioned to look out to the views of the mountains. I picked up a paper to show some great activities coming up like yoga, beginner water painting, and kids science activities. The nature center also has times where you can even watch them feed the snake. After we checked out more of the library and books we took a walk outside on the trail and saw the Sonoran Desert Tortoise as well as sat on some benches to take in the great views of the mountains. There was the biggest cactus I've ever seen. I am in love. Out of all the years I've lived in Arizona and all the libraries I've been in this is my favorite library. read more

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The White Tank Library has a view unlike any other, and exceptional AC during a hot summers day. It's a spectacular view, really, very wonderful. When I go there it is to take a break from my very stressful job. I don't know, its something about this place that really brings out the creativity in me, it is quite comfortable, and it is as like in awesomeness, the great libraries of my school years. My latest visit, started normal, but as for my experience I will be glad to write. Just like any other day I stopped briefly in the museum (its at the base of a regional park) and get some water, before using my laptop to do some computer work. To my "surprise" it was VERY quiet as no children making noise, no people were having conversations, and all were being respectful library patrons. That was, until I noticed that the employee chatter didn't stop when a library patrons question was answered. I mean, it went on and on! Here I saw the nice hard working librarians putting books away. I'm sure they didn't want to be there as much as these two librarians who seem not too troubled by their duties that need carried out. The lady on the left talked loudly for ever, and at one point even got the security guard up her conversation. Let me rehash: CONVERSATION in the LIBRARY, and they WORK there. Where I'm from we don't talk in the library because it breaks other people's concentration. Usually this place is peaceful and quiet. Usually no one is talking. Shoot, even in my middle school, if a fart would make everyone laugh, still NO ONE talked. It's called RESPECT. I uploaded a picture. They talked for the whole 30+ minutes that I was present. I could say more but I won't. Yeah. Don't. Okay. Aff. These are PAID employees TALKING in a LIBRARY. I won't go back for awhile. It's not a happy place anymore to me. read more

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Love this library! Me and my youngest son have taken the trail they have right behind the library plenty of times. Both my kids love going to look at the snakes,lizards, spiders and scorpions they have in their gift shop. We also like to take rocks out there and see if we can spot any new ones! read more

I have been to this library many times. I used to take my kids to the story times and other events. The employees keep this library clean. The library has large windows with a beautiful view of the White Tank Mountains. read more

What a beautiful place. There is a ton to offer at this library. Today they had booths on conservation, a dog adoption mobile and some awesome information booths and speeches about our beautiful Arizona desert. read more

White Tank Library - Libraries Near Me - Waddell, Arizona

Such a great little library! They gave culture passes with book checkouts you get 2 free tickets to different places like museums, zoos, botanical gardens, etc. The lady at the front was so helpful and nice also. We definitely love this little library, and the views can't be beat! Definitely recommend anyone check this place out, even if it's a quick stop after a hike you won't be disappointed. read more

The white tank library is an awesome location. The huge windows give you an amazing view of the desert and the white tanks. We started going when we saw the kids activities they offered and were super happy with them. Our son loves the activities and we always get a free book at the end. The yoga class they offer is very fun. We are hoping to try more classes and activities sometime in the future as well! They have all sorts of things to do for all ages. The gift shop is a nice, cute addition that we like to take our guests to when they visit. The bathrooms are always clean and they are very up to date! read more

Amazing library with killer views. If you have kids and a couple of hours, you need to stop by this place. They offer books (yep, shocking), tons of movies, lots of computers, a bookstore, snake exhibit, and hiking trails galore located right outside the doors. My family absolutely loves this place and every time we go we always question why we do not go more often. A must visit. read more

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This Library is better than the one I have in Orange County California by far. It is bigger and has a nature center with reptiles and a gift shop. It is also at the entrance of White Tank Mountain Regional Park. One of my favorite spots to hike, see critters and mountain bike. This Library has more classes for a wide range of people of various ages. Tuesday and Fridays has a Tai Chi class and after the Friday class many folks stayed for Yoga class. Today there was a henna workshop, snake feeding and a critter show later that afternoon. The Libraryhas magnificent architecture and views of the local mountains. Best Library I have ever visited PERIOD! read more

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We come here mainly to take my daughter to the weekly playgroup that Phoenix Children's Hospital (I believe) sponsors. She loves it!! There's a really good selection of kids books. I'm not much of a reader (gasp!) so I can't say much about the adult selection but hubby (who is a reader) seems to like it. I think they have a thing online where you can request a book to be available at a specific library so you can always go that route. The best thing about this library is its location. Granted, out of the way and nothing near by but homes and a BEAUTIFUL view of the White Tanks. If I didn't have a kid, I would just sit in there all afternoon with a book or magazine and check out the gorgeous landscape. The architecture is also very nice. Simple, crisp and blends well with the landscape. The library is connected to the park so before or after your time at the library, you can always do a hike! If you are in the area, definitely check it out! read more

Even though the library is relatively small it's an amazing library! Great selections & very friendly staff! The views were also spectacular! read more

White Tank Library - Libraries Near Me - Waddell, Arizona

This was an awesome experience being our first time. It was a chilly day on the trail behind the Library but a beautiful scene. Library was fun for the girls ample of space and a nice place to read looking out the windows watching the scenery. Love the shop and live reptiles and Insects. I will go back with my girls again. read more

This place is a gem! With spectacular views of the White Tank mountains and Sonoran Desert flora and fauna from huge windows. I've been coming here for years to enjoy a couple hours of serenity, peruse their many magazines, and maybe take in a ranger talk if available. Fast forward, I have young kids now and they love playing in the children's area and seeing the creatures in the nature center. I'm grateful for the foresight and collaboration that it took between Maricopa County Parks and Library system leaders to bring this showplace to residents of the West Valley. read more

Best library! Kid area is great with toys and great book selection. View of the white tank mountains is unreal such a beautiful place. Nature center is also really cool. Always have some kind of activity going on. Best library I've ever been to for kids read more

Great place to come, and read, play games and what not. I liked the big Phoenix library as well, even though I owed them money on late fees and probably paid at least 1staff members vacation at least once. read more

Gorgeous!!! Maricopa County has opened up a new library branch in the west valley and it really puts the other branches to shame. Literally right outside of the park gates for the White Tanks Mountain Preserve this modern building stands out and fits right into the desert surroundings. When you enter the actual library your eyes are immediately drawn to the floor to ceiling windows that line the west wall. you feel like you are in the middle of the desert surrounded by wildflowers and cacti. The facility itself is well laid out with plenty of computers, seating, and study rooms. The major bonus is that since it is a new branch- all the books are new! You still get to hear the binding crack open for the first time and the whole place has a new book smell about it. Special care has been taken to compliment the natural beauty surrounding it and is partially powered by solar panels. It may be a further drive for us (I could walk to the Northwest Branch) but honestly it is worth it. read more

A bit small but still nice and you can't beat the location its beautiful and it's in walking distance for me and it's nice that there are so many places that give you discounts for having a library card read more

Beautiful, quiet and fun. Love being able to check out movies for free, good selection. Just needs more books to fill the shelves and more popular books available to check out instead of having to go on a wait list. Other than that is is wonderful. I love going there to study, read, and relax. Beautiful area. read more

Its a fantastic library. the views are beautiful and the library is clean. The only issue is the male librarian. I have seen him on more than one occasion tell a family they had to leave because the children in the children's area where too loud. He told a woman with her baby to settle down or leave after one of the infant classes. Usually not a big deal but he is rude and stands there very confrontational when addressing a parent. He often speaks disrespectfully to the children. If it wasn't for him i would have given 5 stars. read more

This is my library of choice in the Maricopa County system! It's beautiful and quiet and I always find the staff helpful. If I need a book at another library I go online and request it to be sent to the White Tanks location and they send me an email letting me know when it arrives. I am sorry for the reviewer that found the male librarian rude to parents of "loud children/babies"; however, I am grateful that he does this because my number #1 requirement for any library is peace and quiet. read more

We love this library! My girls love coming here. It's always clean and so far everyone we've encountered has been nothing but nice.

Awesome library...what a gorgeous view! Totally worth the drive.

Not much to do when you get into the Mountains other than hike some trails. The Library was beautiful and they fed the snakes on the Friday that we were there and out 5 kids loved it. This was FREE, so you can't beat that. read more

This is a very cool place right at the foot of the White Tanks.

My family always enjoys visiting this library. It is such a wonderful place and is located perfectly with panoramic views of the White Tank Mountains. They have a gift shop, reptile exhibit and cafe sitting area with vending machines. There are comfy chairs that allow you to sit, read and enjoy the breathtaking views. Volunteers run a resale bookshop with great prices:) also a easy accessible outing if you have friends and family from out of town that want to experience the beautiful saguaros and desert scenery. Great place to take pictures . read more