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Texarkana Camp SCP

Minimum

Satellite Camp

Texarkana Camp is a minimum-security satellite camp for men in northeast Texas, near the Arkansas border. The facility operates an active RDAP program and houses approximately 176 people.

Last verified: March 5, 2026

SCPSouth Central RegionMale

What to Expect at Texarkana Camp SCP

Location & Travel

  • •Location & Travel: Located in northeast Texas near the Arkansas border, 70 miles north of Shreveport and 175 miles east of Dallas/Fort Worth. Take I-30 to Exit 220, then Lake Drive/Leopard Drive exit. Stay in the middle lane through the intersection, move to the right lane, and turn right at the stop sign onto Leopard Drive. Continue south approximately one quarter mile to the facility.
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Visiting

  • •Visiting: Saturday, Sunday, and Federal Holidays, 8:30 AM–3:00 PM. Each person receives 5 points per month and is charged 1 point per visit. Maximum 4 adult visitors and 4 child visitors at a time.

Good to Know

  • •Self-Surrender: This is a minimum-security satellite camp adjacent to FCI Texarkana. Bring only approved items and follow your surrender instructions for reporting to the camp entrance.

Psychology/Counseling Services

The Psychology Department offers a wide range of treatment options for drug and alcohol abuse, including a 30- to 40-hour drug education course, Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous groups, and comprehensive drug abuse interventions. The camp offers a 500-hour Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP). Other programs focus on post-release survival, anger management, values development, and self-help modules. Individual and group interventions are available by request.

Health Services

Sick call at the camp is held on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. All emergencies or injuries receive priority for treatment. Pill lines take place at regularly scheduled times during the day and evening. Local hospitals are approximately five to ten minutes away. Emergency medical care is available 24 hours a day. Persons aged 50 and over are eligible for a physical examination every year.

Fitness & Recreation

Leisure activities include organized and informal games, sports, physical fitness, table games, hobby crafts, music programs, intramural activities, social and cultural organizations, and movies. Outdoor facilities include a softball field, soccer field, running track, handball courts, horseshoe pits, a bocce pit, shuffleboard decks, a basketball court, and a weightlifting area. The gymnasium is not available at the camp.

Religious Services

A full-time chaplain provides worship services and group programs. Contract rabbi (monthly) and imam services are available. Many additional programs are led by community volunteers. The camp chapel is located at the end of the hallway from the visiting room. Chapel schedules are posted on bulletin boards at the chapel and in the housing units.

Commissary

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Preparing for Self-Surrender at Texarkana Camp SCP

Texarkana 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
  • Correspondence courses

Health & Wellness

  • Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP) — 500-hour program
  • Drug education course (30–40 hours)
  • Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
  • Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
  • Anger management
  • Values development
  • Self-help modules
  • Individual and group therapy
  • Post-release survival program

Recreation

  • Tennis
  • Handball/racquetball
  • Softball
  • Soccer
  • Basketball
  • Weight training
  • Running track
  • Horseshoes
  • Bocce ball
  • Shuffleboard
  • Volleyball
  • Aerobic equipment
  • Hobby crafts
  • Music programs
  • Table games
  • Movies

Reentry Preparation

  • Post-release survival program
  • Release preparation 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.

What a Smaller Camp Means for You

With a population of approximately 176 people, Texarkana 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 Texarkana Camp SCP

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

Funds for individuals at Texarkana 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 Texarkana 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 Texarkana 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\nFCI Texarkana\nFederal Correctional Institution\nSatellite Camp\nP.O. Box 9300\nTexarkana, TX 75505.

The commissary at Texarkana 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.

Texarkana 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. Texarkana 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, Correspondence courses. 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 Texarkana 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 Texarkana Camp SCP.

Texarkana Camp SCP is located in Texarkana, 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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RDAP Program Available

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

Texarkana offers a 500-hour Residential Drug Abuse Treatment Program (RDAP) along with drug education, AA/NA groups, anger management, values development, and self-help modules.

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Contact Information

4001 Leopard Drive, Texarkana, TX 75501

Texarkana, Texas 75501

903-838-4587

Mailing Address

INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER

FCI Texarkana

Federal Correctional Institution

Satellite Camp

P.O. Box 9300

Texarkana, TX 75505

Questions? Call us now: 949-799-3277

Facility Details

Security Level
Minimum
Facility Type
SCP
Region
South Central
Gender
Male
Population
176
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.