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El Reno Camp SCP

Minimum

Satellite Camp

El Reno Camp SCP is a minimum-security satellite prison camp for men located about 30 miles west of Oklahoma City. The camp sits adjacent to FCI El Reno and offers vocational training in horticulture and diesel mechanics, apprenticeship programs, and a range of recreational and hobby craft activities in a dormitory-style setting.

Last verified: March 5, 2026

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What to Expect at El Reno Camp SCP

Location & Travel

  • The camp is about 30 miles west of Oklahoma City, off I-40 (Country Club Exit). Take Highway 66 West north to Sunset Drive, then west for two miles. The area is served by Will Rogers World Airport.
  • Nearby lodging: Best Western (405-262-6490), Days Inn (405-262-8720), and Economy Express (405-262-1022) in El Reno.

Communication & Mail

  • Visiting hours are Friday through Monday and federal holidays, 8 AM–3 PM. A point system applies: 32 points per month, with weekday visits costing 1 point/hour and weekend/holiday visits costing 2 points/hour. Up to 10 additional points may be requested. Maximum 5 adult visitors and 5 children at a time.
  • Phone access: 300 minutes per month, 15-minute call limit, 30-person approved caller list. Phones are available 6 AM–9 PM daily with a one-hour wait between calls.
  • Mail is accepted via USPS First-Class, Priority, and Express Mail. FedEx/UPS overnight mail is processed as regular mail. All publications must come from the publisher, bookstore, or book club. Limit of 5 books, 10 magazines, and 4 newspapers.

Insider Information

Housing

People at the camp are housed in dormitories with two-person and four-person cubicles. Television viewing runs 6 AM–11:30 PM Sunday through Thursday, and until 2 AM on Friday and Saturday.

Library

The library is open Monday–Friday 12:30–3 PM; Wednesday–Friday 5:15–8 PM; and Sunday 10:30 AM–3 PM and 5:15–8 PM. Closed Saturdays and federal holidays. The library offers materials in both Spanish and English, with a two-week checkout period and an interlibrary loan program. Legal clerks are available for research assistance.

UNICOR

A small workforce from the camp is employed in the industrial products factory.

Psychology/Counseling Services

Psychology Services offers individual counseling, screening, assessment, and treatment of mental health concerns. Available programming includes psycho-educational classes, self-help and supportive services, and group counseling. The Non-Residential Drug Abuse Program (NRDAP) is a voluntary treatment program covering a variety of substance-abuse-related topics. Additional self-help groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous may also be available.

Health Services

All medical care is provided by the Health Services Unit staff, with referrals to outside consultants when necessary. General hours of operation are 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week, with emergency medical attention available around the clock. The camp provides outpatient care. The pill line at the camp operates Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:00 to 7:15 AM and 6:30 to 6:45 PM. Sick call at the camp is available on those same days from 6:30 to 6:45 AM. Preventive health screenings may be requested every three years for those under 50, and annually for those over 50.

Fitness & Recreation

The Recreation Department offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities, including field games, court games, table-top games, team sports, and space for music enthusiasts. Housing-unit hobby craft is encouraged, with options such as painting, sketching in various media (oils, pastels, crayons, pencils, inks, charcoal), mirror etching, leatherwork, stick art, beading, and crochet. Recreational facilities are open per posted schedules.

Religious Services

The Religious Services Department is staffed by chaplains who conduct worship services and provide pastoral counseling. Weekly services for multiple faith groups are coordinated, and community volunteers contribute to chapel programming. Chapel schedules, special event notices, and upcoming classes are posted in each housing unit. A religious diet program is also available.

Commissary

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

View El Reno Camp SCP Commissary List

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Preparing for Self-Surrender at El Reno Camp SCP

El Reno 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

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Programs & Services

Education Programs

  • GED preparation
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
  • Adult Continuing Education (ACE)
  • Correspondence courses
  • Parenting classes

Vocational Training

  • Horticulture
  • Diesel mechanics
  • Apprenticeship training programs

Health & Wellness

  • Drug education program
  • Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
  • Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
  • Individual and group counseling
  • Psycho-educational classes
  • Sick call (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 6:30–6:45 AM)
  • Preventive health screenings

Recreation

  • Indoor and outdoor activities
  • Field and court games
  • Table-top games
  • Team sports
  • Music room
  • Hobby craft: mirror etching
  • Hobby craft: leatherwork
  • Hobby craft: stick art
  • Hobby craft: beading
  • Hobby craft: crochet
  • Arts and crafts (oils, pastels, pencils, inks, charcoal)

Reentry Preparation

  • Release preparation assistance

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About El Reno Camp SCP

El Reno 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. El Reno 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 El Reno 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 El Reno 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 El Reno Camp SCP directly or check the BOP website for the most current schedule and any facility-specific restrictions.

Funds for individuals at El Reno 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 El Reno 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 El Reno 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\nFCI El Reno\nFederal Correctional Institution\nP.O. Box 1500\nEl Reno, OK 73036.

The commissary at El Reno 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.

El Reno 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. El Reno 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 preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL), Adult Continuing Education (ACE), Correspondence courses, Parenting classes. 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 El Reno 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 El Reno Camp SCP.

El Reno Camp SCP is located in El Reno, Oklahoma, within the South Central Region of the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Contact the facility directly for driving directions and nearby lodging options.

How Long Will You Actually Serve?

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Contact Information

4205 Highway 66 West, El Reno, OK 73036

El Reno, Oklahoma 73036

Mailing Address

INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER

FCI El Reno

Federal Correctional Institution

P.O. Box 1500

El Reno, OK 73036

Facility Details

Security Level
Minimum
Facility Type
SCP
Region
South Central
Gender
Male
Updated: Mar 5, 2026

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Security Notice

All phone calls are recorded. All emails are saved. Mail can be read by staff.