CDCR-Miramonte Conservation Camp #5

You can support your loved ones at Miramonte Camp #5 on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 559-336-2312.

Miramonte Camp #5 is a minimum-security facility under CDCR supervision, this camp plays a crucial role in supporting government agencies during emergency responses to wildfires, floods, and other natural or man-made disasters. Additionally, camp crews contribute to park maintenance, assist with flood mitigation through sandbagging, and participate in reforestation projects. Participation in the Conservation (Fire) Camp Program is entirely voluntary for incarcerated individuals. Those who choose to volunteer must meet specific eligibility criteria aimed at ensuring public safety. These include avenues for criminal record expungement, creating new pathways for employment, and aiding in their successful reintegration into society.

Miramonte Conservation Camp #5, operated by CAL FIRE, stands as a crucial asset in providing support to local, state, and federal agencies during emergencies like fires and floods. Since its establishment in 1949, Miramonte has been dedicated to fire protection and community service in the Fresno and Kings County area, leaving a positive impact on the surrounding communities.

Nestled just outside Sequoia National Forest at an elevation of approximately 3,000 feet, Miramonte is situated in the oak-studded foothills, offering a picturesque and secluded setting for its operations. Over the years, the camp has been instrumental in various community service projects, including the construction of rock walls, stairs, water culverts, and other infrastructure, leaving lasting impressions on the landscape and memories of the "red buses" and inmates working diligently in the community.

Miramonte's four work crews engage in a diverse range of community service projects each year, collaborating with organizations such as the Bureau of Reclamation, US Army Corps of Engineers, US Forest Service, California State Parks and Recreation, and CAL FIRE. These projects encompass tasks like litter removal along highways, maintenance of campgrounds and fish hatcheries, and support for local fire stations.

Originally designed to operate various shops producing goods like welding projects, carpentry products, and auto body and paint services, Miramonte now focuses on its Welding and Carpentry shops. These shops continue to produce essential items such as wooden cabinets, signs, and basic welding projects, while also undertaking repairs for wooden and metal signs used by CAL FIRE and the U.S. Forest Service in the region.

Through its unwavering commitment to fire protection, community service, and skill development, Miramonte Conservation Camp remains a vital resource in safeguarding the Fresno and Kings County area and enhancing the well-being of surrounding communities.

Connect with your Inmate

The camp offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Alternatively, setting up an account through a third-party phone company may entail high fees per minute of usage. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.

Books and magazines ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. The Jail enforces this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.

Inmate workers are chosen based on conduct and cooperation with staff. Participation in the community service program can sometimes reduce sentences. Commissary is available weekly, and on holidays, there may be increased spending limits. Upon receiving commissary items, inmates must present their ID, check their order, and sign for it in the presence of the commissary employee. Indigent inmates are provided with all essential basic hygiene items including USPS stamps and writing materials.