FCI Herlong (minimum-security camp)
Notes from Alumni
- A family member shared concerns on Jail Resources: "My husband has been there for 3 months now, and has not seen anyone from medical. He can not even get anyone to give him anything he requests."
- One former inmate described his journey through the system on Quora: going "from FCI Herlong medium to FCI Big Spring low then to Lompoc camp then to Florence, CO. camp for RDAP." He eventually received compassionate release due to medical issues.
- Indeed employee reviews describe a challenging work environment: "Good pay and benefits for what you do. But the job itself is miserable with a toxic environment. Negative inmates (to be expected) but negative staff as well."
- The facility is located in remote northeastern California near the Nevada border, approximately 60 miles northwest of Reno—one of the more isolated federal facilities in the Western Region.
- The camp offers vocational programs that enable inmates to work outside the prison in the local community.
Please remember that experiences are unique and may not reflect today's experience.
Location & Visitation
Location
Physical location: HERLONG, CA 96113
Mailing address: 741-925 ACCESS ROAD A-25, HERLONG, CA 96113
Visitation
There are many specific rules and procedures to be aware of when you're considering visiting the institution. Read more on our Visitation Guide.
For full, current visiting rules and scheduling, always check the institution's official page on the Bureau of Prisons website: Official BOP Page.