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Beckley Camp SCP

Minimum

Satellite Camp

Beckley Camp SCP is a minimum-security satellite camp for men in Raleigh County, West Virginia, adjacent to the medium-security FCI Beckley. The facility is about 51 miles southeast of Charleston and 136 miles northwest of Roanoke, Virginia. The camp falls within the Southern District of West Virginia.

Last verified: March 4, 2026

SCPMid-Atlantic RegionMale

What to Expect at Beckley Camp SCP

Location & Travel

  • •The camp is in Beaver, West Virginia, about 51 miles southeast of Charleston and 136 miles northwest of Roanoke, Virginia. Use GPS to navigate to Industrial Road in Raleigh County. Sleep Inn Beaver: 304-255-4222 | Clarion Point Beckley: 304-255-5291 | Hampton Inn: 304-252-2121

Communication & Mail

  • •520 phone minutes a month: The prison pays for the first 300 free phone minutes per month if you are enrolled in First Step Act programming; calls cost around $0.06/minute for the additional 210 minutes. Phone hours are 6:00 AM to 11:30 PM. Each call cuts off at 15 minutes with a one-hour wait between calls. Your calling list holds up to 30 numbers, and changes can be made up to three times per month through your unit counselor. Phone access is seven days a week.
  • •Visiting hours are Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holidays from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. You are allowed up to five visitors (including children) at a time. Each person gets eight visiting points per month—one point per weekday visit, two points per weekend or holiday visit. Split visits (swapping visitors) are allowed once per day with approval from the visiting room officer.

Daily Life

  • •Commissary spending limit is $360 per month, revalidated every two weeks on the 1st and 15th ($180 each). The commissary is open Monday through Thursday.

Psychology/Counseling Services

Psychology Services includes psychologists, treatment specialists, and a psychology technician, all under the direction of the chief psychologist. Each housing unit has a psychologist assigned or available for counseling and mental health support. A wide range of group educational programs is offered, including stress management, anger management, and smoking cessation. Psychology Services Open House is held on Monday and Thursday during lunch. Drug treatment options include drug education, non-residential treatment, and a 500-hour Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP). Prisoners are encouraged to participate in self-image groups and other voluntary programs led by correctional counselors.

Health Services

Prisoners who need routine medical evaluations should report to Health Services during the morning sick-call move on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday (excluding holidays) to request an appointment. A medical staff member also tours each housing unit at least once daily. All newly committed prisoners receive a complete physical examination, including a dental exam, laboratory tests, immunizations, a tuberculosis test, eye screening, and in some cases a chest x-ray. Medical orientation exams are conducted on Wednesdays. Prisoners under 50 are eligible for a full physical every two years, while those over 50 may receive one annually. Medical staff are available around the clock, seven days a week. Camp sick call runs from 6:30–6:45 AM Monday through Friday, 6:30–7:00 AM on holidays, and 3:00–3:45 PM daily at Camp Health Services.

Fitness & Recreation

The Recreation Department supervises a variety of leisure and fitness programs. Activities include both indoor and outdoor options, ranging from individual arts and crafts to intramural team sports such as softball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, and football. Fitness and wellness programs—including yoga, calisthenics, and aerobics—are also available.

Religious Services

Religious Services provides pastoral care, counseling, and a variety of programs to support spiritual growth. Regularly scheduled services, special programs, high holy day observances, and periodic guest speakers are available. A religious meal program is offered for prisoners whose dietary needs are verified by the chaplain.

Commissary

See the full commissary list for Beckley Camp SCP below, including available items and pricing.

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Preparing for Self-Surrender at Beckley Camp SCP

Beckley Camp SCP is a Federal Prison Camp. Camps generally have greater freedom of movement, no perimeter fencing, lower levels of violence, and access to First Step Act programming.

Pre-Surrender Checklist

  • •Bring your contact list and release plan
  • •Close out work and professional obligations
  • •Set up power of attorney and financial access
  • •Handle all medical preparations
  • •Choose one primary point of contact
  • •Prepare your family for phone and visitation limits
  • •Pack only what the facility allows
  • •Arrange transportation and surrender details
  • •Form a reading list before you arrive
  • •Know which programs are actually offered

Helpful Resources

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Visitation Information For Families

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Programs & Services

Education Programs

  • GED
  • ESL
  • Adult Continuing Education (ACE)
  • College Correspondence Courses
  • Parenting Classes
  • Release Preparation
  • First Step Act Programs

Vocational Training

  • Carpentry
  • Electrical
  • HVAC
  • Forklift Certification
  • Teacher's Aide Apprenticeship
  • Recreation Assistant Apprenticeship
  • HVAC Apprenticeship
  • Cook Apprenticeship
  • Upholsterer Apprenticeship
  • Housekeeper Apprenticeship

Health & Wellness

  • Stress Management
  • Anger Management
  • Smoking Cessation
  • Drug Education
  • Self-Image Groups

Recreation

  • Softball
  • Basketball
  • Soccer
  • Volleyball
  • Football
  • Yoga
  • Calisthenics
  • Aerobics
  • Arts and Crafts

Reentry Preparation

  • Release Preparation
  • First Step Act Programs

Visiting Information

Regular Visiting Hours

  • Saturday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Sunday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Federal Holidays: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Important Notes

  • • Valid government-issued photo ID required
  • • All visitors subject to search
  • • Dress code enforced

Note: Visiting schedules may vary. Contact the facility directly for the most current visiting hours and procedures. For a complete breakdown of visitation rules, dress code, and how to get approved, visit our Visitation Guide.

What a Smaller Camp Means for You

With a population of approximately 166 people, Beckley Camp SCP is a smaller facility — and that has real implications for daily life, programming, and how you're treated.

Pros

  • ✓Easier to get noticed for the right reasons — consistent behavior, good work ethic, and program participation are visible to staff, which can help with halfway house recommendations and early release planning
  • ✓Shorter lines for commissary, phones, sick call, and laundry — daily life has less friction
  • ✓Fewer interpersonal conflicts — smaller populations generally mean a calmer environment with less drama
  • ✓Staff may have more flexibility with halfway house and home confinement recommendations because they actually know who you are

Cons

  • ✗Easier to get noticed for the wrong reasons too — if you get a disciplinary infraction, miss a count, or get caught with contraband like a cell phone, staff will know immediately and consequences come fast, including the SHU and potential transfer to a higher-security facility
  • ✗Fewer program options — vocational training, education, and RDAP slots may be limited, and waitlists can be unpredictable
  • ✗The prison hustle is harder to run — in a smaller camp, there's nowhere to hide; paying someone to cover your work assignment or moving contraband is far riskier because everyone sees everything
  • ✗Less anonymity — your business is everyone's business, which can feel suffocating

Frequently Asked Questions About Beckley Camp SCP

Beckley Camp SCP is a minimum-security Federal Prison Camp (FPC). It typically has dormitory-style housing, no perimeter fencing, and more flexible movement compared to higher-security institutions.

No. Beckley Camp SCP does not currently offer the Residential Drug Abuse Program. Individuals seeking RDAP placement must be designated to an institution that provides the program.

Individuals reporting to Beckley Camp SCP typically undergo intake processing including identification verification, medical screening, housing assignment, and orientation specific to this institution's minimum-security level and dormitory housing structure.

Visiting at Beckley Camp SCP typically takes place on Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holidays. All visitors must be on the approved visiting list and present a valid government-issued photo ID upon arrival. Visitors should follow the BOP dress code: no revealing clothing, no clothing that resembles prisoner uniforms (typically khaki or orange), and no open-toed shoes at some facilities. Contact Beckley Camp SCP directly or check the BOP website for the most current schedule and any facility-specific restrictions.

Funds for individuals at Beckley Camp SCP should be sent through BOP-approved methods: MoneyGram, Western Union, or U.S. Postal Money Orders. All funds are processed through the Federal Bureau of Prisons' centralized National Finance Center in Des Moines, Iowa — not sent directly to Beckley Camp SCP. Money orders should be made payable to the individual's committed name and include their BOP register number. Allow 7–10 business days for processing.

Individuals at Beckley Camp SCP have access to three primary communication channels. Phone: you receive 300 free phone minutes per month if you are First Step Act eligible, then you pay six cents a minute for up to 210 additional minutes. Calls cut off after 15 minutes, and calls will come from a 202 number or private caller. Phone access is seven days a week. Email: the TRULINCS system allows electronic messaging for a small per-minute fee. Regular mail: letters and cards can be sent and received through the U.S. Postal Service. Mail can be sent to: INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER|FCI Beckley|Federal Correctional Institution|Satellite Camp|P.O. Box 350|Beaver, WV 25813.

The commissary at Beckley Camp SCP operates on a set schedule and offers snacks, beverages, hygiene products, over-the-counter medications, writing materials, stamps, and limited clothing items. The standard monthly spending limit is $360 (excluding telephone credits, stamps, and OTC medications). Some facilities implement this as a bi-weekly $180 cap. A current commissary list is typically available through the unit team.

Beckley Camp SCP is a minimum-security facility where most individuals serve sentences ranging from several months to 10+ years. Sentence length depends on the offense, sentencing guidelines, and any applicable reductions such as good conduct time or RDAP completion.

The Bureau of Prisons requires all facilities to offer literacy and GED programs for individuals without a high school diploma. Beckley Camp SCP provides educational programming that may include GED preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL), and post-secondary education opportunities through correspondence or partnerships. Current offerings include: GED, ESL, Adult Continuing Education (ACE), College Correspondence Courses, Parenting Classes, Release Preparation, First Step Act Programs. Availability may change based on staffing and enrollment.

The BOP enforces a dress code for all visitors. Clothing must not be revealing — no low-cut tops, shorts above the knee, or see-through materials. Visitors should avoid wearing colors that match prisoner uniforms (typically khaki, orange, or olive drab). Open-toed shoes may be prohibited at some facilities. Undergarments are required. Visitors who do not meet dress code standards may be turned away. Contact Beckley Camp SCP in advance if you have questions about specific items.

Yes, but publications must be sent directly from the publisher, a bookstore, or a book club — not from an individual. Hardcover and softcover books, newspapers, and magazines are generally permitted as long as they do not contain content deemed a security threat. Used books are typically not accepted. All incoming publications are subject to inspection by mailroom staff at Beckley Camp SCP.

Beckley Camp SCP is located in Beaver, West Virginia, within the Mid-Atlantic Region of the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Contact the facility directly for driving directions and nearby lodging options.

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Contact Information

1600 INDUSTRIAL ROAD, BEAVER, WV 25813

Beaver, West Virginia 25813

304-252-9758

Mailing Address

INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER

FCI Beckley

Federal Correctional Institution

Satellite Camp

P.O. Box 350

Beaver, WV 25813

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Facility Details

Security Level
Minimum
Facility Type
SCP
Region
Mid-Atlantic
Gender
Male
Population
166
Updated: Mar 4, 2026

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Security Notice

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