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La Tuna Camp SCP

Minimum

Satellite Camp

La Tuna Camp SCP is a male minimum-security satellite prison camp in Anthony, Texas, on the Texas-New Mexico border adjacent to Mexico, about 15 miles north of El Paso off Interstate 10. The camp sits adjacent to the low-security FCI La Tuna. Below you'll find insider tips, programs, visiting hours, and preparation resources.

Last verified: March 5, 2026

SCPSouth Central RegionMale

What to Expect at La Tuna Camp SCP

Location & Travel

  • •From El Paso: Take I-10 North approximately 15 miles to the Anthony/La Tuna exit. Follow State Highway 20 to the facility at 8500 Doniphan Road.
  • •Lodging: Best Western Oasis of the Sun (915-886-3333), Holiday Inn Express El Paso (915-587-5885), Motel 6 El Paso West (915-584-4030).

Communication & Mail

  • •Mailing Address: INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER | FCI La Tuna | Federal Correctional Institution | Satellite Camp | P.O. Box 8000 | Anthony, TX 88021
  • •Mail: Accepted via USPS First-Class, Priority, and Express Mail. Softcover publications may be received from any source. Contact institution before sending overnight mail via private carrier.

Visiting

  • •Visiting Hours: Saturday, Sunday, and Federal Holidays, 8 AM–3 PM. Maximum five visitors at one time.

Insider Information

Housing

Two open dormitory units with four-man cubicles. Each dormitory has TV rooms and a game room. Televisions available Monday–Thursday 6–7:30 AM and 2:30–11 PM; Friday 6–7:30 AM and 2:30 PM–2 AM; Saturday 6 AM–12 AM; Sunday 6 AM–11 PM. TV allowed until midnight on evenings before holidays.

Phone Policy

300 minutes per month. Calls end after 15 minutes. Calling list limited to 30 numbers. Camp phones are in the housing units and operational 6 AM–11:30 PM. Access normally limited Monday–Friday 7:30–10:30 AM and 12:30 PM until after the 4 PM count. All calls are monitored; unmonitored attorney calls available on request.

UNICOR

The camp warehouse operation handles receipt of goods and raw materials for vehicle retrofitting production, plus shipment of finished goods for the Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and U.S. Forest Service.

Psychology/Counseling Services

Services include group and individual counseling, crisis intervention, and a suicide companion program. A resource library is available with self-help materials, audiotapes, videotapes, books, and programs in both English and Spanish. Drug programs offered include a drug education program and non-residential drug counseling.

Health Services

Sick call sign-up at the camp is conducted on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays (except holidays) from 6:00 to 6:30 AM. The camp pill line operates at 6:15 to 6:30 AM and 7:00 to 7:15 PM daily. The local hospital is approximately 20 to 30 miles away. Medical staff is either on duty or on call around the clock, and urgent care is available at all times. People under 50 may request a free preventive physical every three years, and annually if over 50.

Fitness & Recreation

The camp's administration building houses a recreation office and hobby shop. Activities include softball, basketball, volleyball, tennis, handball, weightlifting, and a walking/running track. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:30 to 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM, and 4:30 to 8:30 PM; weekends and holidays from 6:30 to 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

Religious Services

Catholic and Protestant chaplains conduct weekly services, along with Bible study and other seasonal activities. Community volunteers also provide assistance. The weekly schedule includes programs for Native American faiths, Judaism, Islam, and other religious groups represented by the population. A religious diet program is available with approval of the chaplain.

Commissary

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

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Preparing for Self-Surrender at La Tuna Camp SCP

La Tuna 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
  • Parenting Program
  • Correspondence Courses
  • Post-Secondary Education

Vocational Training

  • Building Trades (El Paso Community College certificate)

Health & Wellness

  • Drug Abuse Education (30-hour program)
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Individual Counseling
  • Group Counseling
  • Suicide Companion Program
  • Self-Help Resource Library (English and Spanish)
  • Smoking Cessation
  • Aerobics
  • Walk/Run Wellness Program

Recreation

  • Softball
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Tennis
  • Handball
  • Weightlifting
  • Walking/Running Track
  • Hobby Shop

Reentry Preparation

  • Post-Secondary Education
  • Correspondence Courses

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 152 people, La Tuna 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 La Tuna Camp SCP

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

Funds for individuals at La Tuna 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 La Tuna 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 La Tuna 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 La Tuna | Federal Correctional Institution | Satellite Camp | P.O. Box 8000 | Anthony, TX 88021.

The commissary at La Tuna 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.

La Tuna 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. La Tuna 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, Parenting Program, Correspondence Courses, Post-Secondary Education. 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 La Tuna 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 La Tuna Camp SCP.

La Tuna Camp SCP is located in Anthony, Texas, within the South 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

8500 Doniphan Road

Anthony, Texas 79821

915-791-9000

Mailing Address

INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER

FCI La Tuna

Federal Correctional Institution

Satellite Camp

P.O. Box 8000

Anthony, TX 88021

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Facility Details

Security Level
Minimum
Facility Type
SCP
Region
South Central
Gender
Male
Population
152
Updated: Mar 5, 2026

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Security Notice

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