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Fairton Camp SCP

Minimum

Satellite Camp

Fairton Camp SCP is a minimum-security satellite prison camp for men located in southern New Jersey, about 50 miles southeast of Philadelphia and 40 miles west of Atlantic City. The camp sits adjacent to FCI Fairton and offers education through Cumberland Community College, career counseling, and a range of wellness and recreation programs.

Last verified: March 5, 2026

SCPNortheast RegionMale

What to Expect at Fairton Camp SCP

Location & Travel

  • •Location & Travel: The camp is in south-central New Jersey, off I-55. Nearest airports are Philadelphia, Atlantic City, and Millville. Amtrak stops are available in Philadelphia and Atlantic City, with commercial bus service also in the area.
  • •Location & Travel: From Philadelphia Airport, take I-95 North to I-76 and the Walt Whitman Bridge, then Route 42 South to Route 55 South. Exit 27 (Route 47) toward Millville, then south on Route 47 to Route 49. Right onto Route 49, then left on Fairton-Millville Road for about five miles.
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Communication & Mail

  • •Visiting: The facility uses a point system: each person gets 10 visiting points per month. Weekday visits cost 1 point; weekend and holiday visits cost 2 points.
  • •Mail: Send mail to: Inmate Name & Register Number, FCI Fairton, Federal Correctional Institution, Satellite Camp, P.O. Box 420, Fairton, NJ 08320. Only USPS First-Class, Priority, and Express Mail are accepted. Contact the institution before sending overnight mail via FedEx or UPS.

Visiting

  • •Visiting: Visiting hours are Saturday, Sunday, and federal holidays from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. You are allowed up to four visitors at one time, including children.

Good to Know

  • •Location & Travel: From I-95 North (DC/Baltimore/Delaware direction), cross the Delaware Memorial Bridge and take Route 49 East through Bridgeton. Turn right onto Buckshutem Road, then right on Fairton-Millville Road for about half a mile.

Insider Information

Housing

The camp uses open bay dormitories. Expect a communal living environment without individual cells or cubicles.

Psychology/Counseling Services

Psychology Services offers crisis intervention, individual therapy, and group psychotherapy. The camp provides a non-residential drug treatment program along with a drug abuse education program. Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous meetings are also available for those seeking peer support in recovery.

Health Services

Health Services staff are available from early morning through evening hours daily, with extended coverage on weekdays. Open pill lines are held at 6:15 AM and 5:00 PM. Medication refills are distributed from the pharmacy Monday through Friday between 11:30 AM and 12:00 PM. To request a sick call, drop off a form between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM, and an appointment will be scheduled within one day to two weeks depending on urgency. For urgent or emergency needs, report between 6:15 and 6:30 AM to receive a same-day appointment. At least one physician assistant is on call around the clock. People under the age of 50 may request a physical examination every two years, while those over 50 are entitled to an annual exam.

Fitness & Recreation

The recreation schedule runs from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Friday, as well as on weekends and holidays. Programs include both indoor and outdoor activities, ranging from individualized arts and crafts to intramural team sports such as softball, basketball, and volleyball. The emphasis is on helping each person develop a personal wellness routine through a variety of leisure and fitness options.

Religious Services

A wide range of religious programs are offered to the population. Staff chaplains of specific faiths are available, along with contract and volunteer representatives of other faiths. Special religious diets, holiday observances, and other worship activities are coordinated through the chaplain's office.

Commissary

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

View Fairton Camp SCP Commissary List↗

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Preparing for Self-Surrender at Fairton Camp SCP

Fairton 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
  • Literacy program
  • Post-secondary education through Cumberland Community College in-house program
  • College correspondence courses
  • Career counseling program

Vocational Training

  • Computer Technology

Health & Wellness

  • Drug Abuse Education Program
  • Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
  • Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
  • Crisis intervention
  • Individual therapy
  • Group psychotherapy
  • Sick call: submit form 7:00 AM–3:00 PM for scheduled appointment
  • Urgent/emergency same-day appointments available 6:15–6:30 AM
  • Pill line: 6:15 AM and 5:00 PM

Recreation

  • Softball
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Arts and crafts
  • Individualized fitness programs
  • Recreation hours: 6:00 AM–9:00 PM Monday–Friday, weekends and holidays

Reentry Preparation

  • Release preparation
  • Career counseling

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 47 people, Fairton 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 Fairton Camp SCP

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

Funds for individuals at Fairton 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 Fairton 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 Fairton 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 Fairton, Federal Correctional Institution, Satellite Camp, P.O. Box 420, Fairton, NJ 08320.

The commissary at Fairton 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.

Fairton 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. Fairton 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, Literacy program, Post-secondary education through Cumberland Community College in-house program, College correspondence courses, Career counseling program. 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 Fairton 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 Fairton Camp SCP.

Fairton Camp SCP is located in Fairton, New Jersey, within the Northeast Region of the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Contact the facility directly for driving directions and nearby lodging options.

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Contact Information

655 Fairton-Millville Road, Fairton, NJ 08320

Fairton, New Jersey 08320

856-453-1177

Mailing Address

Inmate Name & Register Number, FCI Fairton, Federal Correctional Institution, Satellite Camp, P.O. Box 420, Fairton, NJ 08320

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Facility Details

Security Level
Minimum
Facility Type
SCP
Region
Northeast
Gender
Male
Population
47
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.