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Florence Camp SCP

Minimum

Satellite Camp

Florence Camp SCP is a minimum-security satellite prison camp for men in Florence, Colorado, about 90 miles south of Denver and 45 miles south of Colorado Springs. The camp is part of the Florence Federal Correctional Complex and offers accredited education programs, career counseling, parenting courses, and a range of wellness and recreation activities.

Last verified: March 5, 2026

SCPNorth Central RegionMale

What to Expect at Florence Camp SCP

Location & Travel

  • •Location & Travel: The camp is on State Highway 67, reachable from Highway 115. It is about 90 miles south of Denver, 45 miles south of Colorado Springs, and 40 miles west of Pueblo. Airports serve Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo. Amtrak is available in Denver and Colorado Springs.

Communication & Mail

  • •Mail: Send mail to: Inmate Name & Register Number, FCI Florence, Federal Correctional Institution, Satellite Camp, P.O. Box 5000, Florence, CO 81226. Only USPS First-Class, Priority, and Express Mail are accepted. Contact the institution before sending FedEx or UPS. Hardcover books must come from the publisher, bookstore, or book club. Newspapers require a direct subscription.

Visiting

  • •Visiting: Visiting hours are Saturday, Sunday, and national holidays from 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM. You are allowed up to five adult visitors per visit.

Insider Information

Housing

The camp has two housing units with dormitory-style living in two-man cubicles. The television room is open Monday through Thursday 5:30 AM–9:45 PM, and Friday through Sunday and holidays 5:30 AM–11:45 PM. Smoking is permitted outdoors in designated areas only.

Phone Policy

Calls end automatically after 15 minutes. Your calling list is limited to 30 callers. Calls are charged to a debit card.

Psychology/Counseling Services

The Psychology Services Department offers individual psychologist appointments upon request. Available programming includes anger and stress management classes, as well as sexual abuse or assault prevention and intervention classes. Crisis intervention support is also accessible when needed.

Health Services

People needing medical attention should report to Health Services between 6:30 and 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday. Medical or dental needs will be evaluated, and a follow-up appointment will be scheduled if necessary. All other visits are by appointment only, except for emergencies. Eye examinations are available through a contract optometrist for prescription eyeglasses. The pill line schedule is as follows: weekdays at 6:15 AM (insulin) and 6:30 AM (regular), with an afternoon line around 4:45 to 5:00 PM. On weekends and holidays, the morning line is at 7:30 AM (insulin) and 7:45 AM (regular), with the same afternoon schedule. People under 50 may request a physical examination every two years, and annually if over 50.

Fitness & Recreation

The Recreation Department operates on weekends and holidays from 6:15 to 9:45 AM, approximately 10:30 AM to 3:45 PM, and 4:30 to 8:00 PM. Weekday hours run from 6:15 to 7:30 AM, 8:00 to 10:15 AM, approximately 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 1:00 to 3:45 PM, and 4:30 to 8:00 PM. The recreation yard is open daily from dawn to dusk but closes during inclement weather.

Religious Services

Chaplains are available during both scheduled and non-scheduled times to assist with spiritual needs and to provide individual counseling. Participation in religious programs is entirely voluntary. A community of volunteers provides services for most faiths, and a schedule of regular religious activities is posted on bulletin boards in the chapel and housing units.

Commissary

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

View Florence Camp SCP Commissary List↗

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Preparing for Self-Surrender at Florence Camp SCP

Florence 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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Visitation Information For Families

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Programs & Services

Education Programs

  • GED preparation
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
  • Post-secondary education
  • Adult Continuing Education (foreign language, math, economics)
  • Correspondence courses
  • Career counseling and release preparation
  • Life skills (social education)
  • Parenting course

Vocational Training

  • Advanced occupational training
  • Vocational education

Health & Wellness

  • Drug Abuse Education Program
  • Anger management classes
  • Stress management classes
  • Sexual abuse/assault prevention and intervention
  • Individual psychologist appointments available
  • Sick call: report to Health Services 6:30–7:00 AM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday
  • Pill line: weekdays 6:15 AM (insulin), 6:30 AM (regular), 4:45–5:00 PM (insulin), 5:00 PM (regular)
  • Pill line: weekends/holidays 7:30 AM (insulin), 7:45 AM (regular), 4:45–5:00 PM (insulin), 5:00 PM (regular)

Recreation

  • Recreation yard open dawn to dusk daily (weather permitting)
  • Weekend/holiday hours: 6:15–9:45 AM, 10:30 AM–3:45 PM, 4:30–8:00 PM
  • Weekday hours: 6:15–7:30 AM, 8:00–10:15 AM, 10:30 AM–12:30 PM, 1:00–3:45 PM, 4:30–8:00 PM

Reentry Preparation

  • Release preparation
  • Career counseling
  • Life skills education

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 292 people, Florence 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 Florence Camp SCP

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

Funds for individuals at Florence 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 Florence 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 Florence 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 Florence, Federal Correctional Institution, Satellite Camp, P.O. Box 5000, Florence, CO 81226.

The commissary at Florence 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.

Florence 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. Florence 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), Post-secondary education, Adult Continuing Education (foreign language, math, economics), Correspondence courses, Career counseling and release preparation, Life skills (social education), Parenting course. 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 Florence 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 Florence Camp SCP.

Florence Camp SCP is located in Florence, Colorado, within the North Central Region of the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Contact the facility directly for driving directions and nearby lodging options.

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Contact Information

5880 Highway 67 South, Florence, CO 81226

Florence, Colorado 81226

719-784-9100

Mailing Address

Inmate Name & Register Number, FCI Florence, Federal Correctional Institution, Satellite Camp, P.O. Box 5000, Florence, CO 81226

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Facility Details

Security Level
Minimum
Facility Type
SCP
Region
North Central
Gender
Male
Population
292
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.