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Leavenworth Camp SCP

Minimum

Satellite Camp

Leavenworth Camp SCP is a male minimum-security satellite prison camp in Leavenworth, Kansas, located 25 miles north of Kansas City. The camp sits adjacent to the medium-security FCI Leavenworth. Below you'll find insider tips, programs, visiting hours, and preparation resources.

Last verified: March 5, 2026

SCPNorth Central RegionMale

What to Expect at Leavenworth Camp SCP

Location & Travel

  • •From Kansas City: Take I-29 North to the Platte City exit. Turn left through Platte City. After crossing the Platte River bridge, follow signs to HWY 92. The facility is approximately 12 miles west of Platte City on HWY 92.
  • •Kansas City International Airport is 15 miles from the facility. Taxis and rental cars available; no metropolitan mass transit.
  • •Lodging: Hampton Inn & Suites (913-680-1500), Commander's Inn (913-651-5800), Terrace Court Motel (913-682-0499).

Communication & Mail

  • •Mailing Address: INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER | FCI Leavenworth | Federal Correctional Institute | Satellite Camp | P.O. Box 1000 | Leavenworth, KS 66048
  • •Mail: Accepted via USPS First-Class, Priority, and Express Mail. All publications must come from publisher, bookstore, or book club. Limit of six magazines and six books. Contact institution before sending overnight mail via private carrier.

Visiting

  • •Visiting Hours: Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Federal Holidays, 8 AM–3 PM. Maximum five adult visitors. 24 visiting points per month: 1 point per hour on Monday, 2 points per hour on Saturday/Sunday/holidays.

Insider Information

Housing

Open dormitories with approximately 50 people per dorm. Television rooms operate 6:30 AM–9:45 PM.

Phone Policy

300 minutes per month via TRUFONE system. Calls end after 15 minutes with a 30-minute wait between calls. Calling list limited to 30 numbers with three changes allowed per month. It takes approximately one week to add numbers. Phones available 6:30 AM–10 PM daily. Phone credits can be purchased 4:30–10 PM on weekdays and any time on weekends. All calls monitored and recorded.

Library

The camp law and leisure library is open Monday–Thursday 8–10 AM and 4:45–8 PM, Friday 8–11 AM, Saturday 7:30–10 AM and 12–3 PM. Closed Sundays and federal holidays. Electric typewriters available for legal matters. Copies charged to debit card. Limited interlibrary loan program available.

UNICOR

Print shop, textile factory, distribution factory, and electronics waste recycling program operate at the complex.

Psychology/Counseling Services

A non-residential drug treatment program, self-image groups, and other voluntary groups are available. Psychology services are offered Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM by appointment only. An on-call psychologist is available after hours for emergency situations on evenings and weekends.

Health Services

Sick call sign-up at the camp is held Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6:30 to 7:00 AM. The camp pill line is available Monday through Friday from 6:00 to 6:30 AM and 3:00 to 4:00 PM; on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 6:30 to 7:00 AM and 3:00 to 4:00 PM. Several local hospitals are located approximately 10 to 35 minutes away. At least one physician assistant is on duty or on call around the clock.

Fitness & Recreation

The Recreation Department offers intramural sports, individualized arts and crafts programs, physical fitness and weight reduction programs, and other activities. A photography program allows people to take photographs, a music program provides access to instruments and music listening, and a movie program features screenings in the auditorium.

Religious Services

A wide range of religious programs are available. Staff chaplains, along with contract and volunteer representatives of other faiths, are on hand to assist. Special religious diets, holiday observances, and other worship activities are coordinated through the chaplain's office. A residential 18-month Life Connections Program is offered to support moral and spiritual growth through one-on-one mentors and community service.

Commissary

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

View Leavenworth Camp SCP Commissary List↗

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Preparing for Self-Surrender at Leavenworth Camp SCP

Leavenworth 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
  • Literacy Program
  • Correspondence Classes
  • Parenting Program

Health & Wellness

  • Non-Residential Drug Treatment Program
  • Self-Image Groups
  • Voluntary Counseling Groups
  • Crisis Intervention (after-hours on-call psychologist)

Recreation

  • Intramural Sports
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Physical Fitness Program
  • Weight Reduction Program
  • Photography Program
  • Music Program
  • Movie Program

Reentry Preparation

  • Life Connections Program (18-month residential)

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 183 people, Leavenworth 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 Leavenworth Camp SCP

Leavenworth 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.

Yes. Leavenworth Camp SCP offers the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP). Eligibility depends on sentencing documents and BOP evaluation. Successful completion may result in sentence reduction.

Individuals reporting to Leavenworth 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 Leavenworth 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 Leavenworth Camp SCP directly or check the BOP website for the most current schedule and any facility-specific restrictions.

Funds for individuals at Leavenworth 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 Leavenworth 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 Leavenworth 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 Leavenworth | Federal Correctional Institute | Satellite Camp | P.O. Box 1000 | Leavenworth, KS 66048.

The commissary at Leavenworth 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.

Leavenworth 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. Leavenworth 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, Literacy Program, Correspondence Classes, Parenting 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 Leavenworth 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 Leavenworth Camp SCP.

Leavenworth Camp SCP is located in Leavenworth, Kansas, 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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How Long Will You Actually Serve?

Federal sentences are not always served in full. Good time credit, the First Step Act, and RDAP can significantly reduce your time served.

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RDAP Program Available

This facility offers the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP), which can reduce your sentence by up to 12 months.

Leavenworth Camp offers a non-residential drug treatment program. RDAP is available at this facility per the BOP master list.

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Contact Information

1300 Metropolitan

Leavenworth, Kansas 66048

913-682-8700

Mailing Address

INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER

FCI Leavenworth

Federal Correctional Institute

Satellite Camp

P.O. Box 1000

Leavenworth, KS 66048

Questions? Call us now: 949-799-3277

Facility Details

Security Level
Minimum
Facility Type
SCP
Region
North Central
Gender
Male
Population
183
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.