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Lee Camp SCP

Minimum

Satellite Camp

Lee Camp SCP is a satellite prison camp in Pennington Gap, Virginia. Below you'll find insider tips, programs, visiting hours, and preparation resources.

Last verified: March 5, 2026

SCPMid-Atlantic RegionMale

What to Expect at Lee Camp SCP

Location & Travel

  • •Location & Travel: Located in southwest Virginia in Lee County, 8 miles east of Jonesville off U.S. 58 at State Route 638. Nearest airport is in Kingsport, TN (~50 miles). No public transit, taxi, or bus service in the immediate area.
  • •Location & Travel: From I-81, take Highway 23 toward Duffield (16 miles), then left on Highway 58 for 13 miles to USP Lee County on State Route 638.
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Communication & Mail

  • •Visiting: Unlimited visits per month as long as they follow the established schedule.
  • •Mail: INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER, USP Lee, U.S. Penitentiary, Satellite Camp, P.O. Box 644, Jonesville, VA 24263. Accepts USPS First-Class, Priority, and Express Mail.

Visiting

  • •Visiting: Friday 5:00–8:30 PM and Saturday 8:15 AM–3:00 PM. Maximum three adult visitors at a time (children under 16 not counted). More than three requires prior written approval.

Psychology/Counseling Services

Psychology Services offers mental health care including screening, assessment, and treatment of mental health or substance abuse concerns. Individual and group counseling, psycho-educational classes, self-help resources, and supportive services are available. Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, self-image groups, and other voluntary groups are offered. Drug education and non-residential drug abuse programming are also provided. To reach Psychology Services, submit a written request, speak with staff during mainline or unit rounds, or in a crisis, notify any staff member of an urgent need.

Health Services

Emergency medical care is available 24 hours a day, with clinical staff covering day and evening shifts and community emergency personnel responding when staff are not on-site. Medical triage (sick call) is held on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 8:00 AM, with urgent situations and injuries given priority treatment. Controlled medications are dispensed at the pill line during posted time periods. Services include sick call for new or recurring medical or dental symptoms, chronic care clinics for ongoing and infectious diseases, routine dental care, emergency care for injuries and sudden illness, age-appropriate preventive care, restorative care, and long-term and end-of-life care. Preventive health visits may be requested every two years for people under 50, and annually for those 50 and older.

Fitness & Recreation

Recreation programs include both indoor and outdoor activities, individualized arts and crafts, and intramural team sports. Physical fitness and weight reduction programs are also available. Hobby craft programs include painting, leather work, art, and drawing. Sports and recreation equipment are provided by the Recreation Department.

Religious Services

Chaplains offer religious worship, education, counseling, spiritual direction, support, and crisis intervention to meet diverse religious needs. The religious diet program, ceremonial religious meals, and religious holiday observances are coordinated through the chaplain's office. The Life Connections and Threshold programs highlight faith-based reentry priorities. Contract and volunteer representatives of various faiths also contribute to programming.

Commissary

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

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Preparing for Self-Surrender at Lee Camp SCP

Lee 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
  • ESL
  • Adult Continuing Education (ACE)
  • College Correspondence Courses
  • Parenting

Vocational Training

  • Horticulture/Landscape

Health & Wellness

  • Drug education
  • Alcoholics Anonymous
  • Narcotics Anonymous
  • Self-image groups
  • Crisis intervention

Recreation

  • Intramural team sports
  • Individualized arts and crafts
  • Physical fitness programs
  • Weight reduction programs
  • Painting
  • Leather craft
  • Drawing

Reentry Preparation

  • Life Connections Program
  • Threshold Program

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 Lee Camp SCP

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

Funds for individuals at Lee 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 Lee 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 Lee 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\nUSP Lee\nU.S. Penitentiary\nSatellite Camp\nP.O. Box 644\nJonesville, VA 24263.

The commissary at Lee 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.

Lee 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. Lee 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 (ACE), College Correspondence Courses, Parenting. 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 Lee 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 Lee Camp SCP.

Lee Camp SCP is located in Pennington Gap, Virginia, within the Mid-Atlantic Region of the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Contact the facility directly for driving directions and nearby lodging options.

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Contact Information

1300 Metropolitan, Pennington Gap, VA 24277

Pennington Gap, Virginia 24277

276-546-0150

Mailing Address

INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER

USP Lee

U.S. Penitentiary

Satellite Camp

P.O. Box 644

Jonesville, VA 24263

Questions? Call us now: 949-799-3277

Facility Details

Security Level
Minimum
Facility Type
SCP
Region
Mid-Atlantic
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.