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This page lists all 20 state prisons in Alaska. You can browse by county below, search for specific facilities, or navigate to related pages.
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About State Prisons in Alaska
Understanding state prisons in the Alaska
Welcome to the most comprehensive and up-to-date directory of state prisons in Alaska. This page lists every active state correctional facility operating in Alaska, providing families, legal professionals, researchers, and the general public with fast, reliable access to accurate information about state-level incarceration. Whether you need to locate an incarcerated loved one, find contact details for a specific facility, understand visitation procedures, or simply learn how the state prison system works in Alaska, everything you need is right here.
Understanding the State Prison System in Alaska
All state prisons listed on this page are operated by Alaska's Department of Corrections (DOC). The DOC is responsible for the custody, care, and rehabilitation of all individuals serving felony sentences under Alaska state law.
The state prison system is structured around a classification system that assigns each inmate to a facility based on factors including the severity of their offense, criminal history, behavior, and programming needs.
Types of State Prisons in Alaska
The directory below includes multiple types of state correctional facilities:
- Minimum Security Facilities: Lowest security level with access to work release or community programs.
- Medium Security Facilities: Most common classification, housing the largest share of the state's inmate population.
- Maximum Security Facilities: High-security institutions for inmates who pose greater safety risks.
- Supermax / Administrative Segregation: Most restrictive housing for serious infractions or exceptional security risks.
- State Correctional Centers for Women: Facilities with specialized programming including parenting classes and trauma-informed care.
- Medical Facilities: Facilities providing ongoing medical or mental health care to inmates.
- Youthful Offender Facilities: Facilities for younger adult offenders with age-appropriate programming.
How to Use This Directory
This page is designed to make finding state prison information as simple as possible:
- Browse the full list of all state prisons in Alaska by scrolling through the directory below.
- Filter by county using the county dropdown to narrow down results to a specific region.
- Switch states using the state selector to load a directory of state prisons in any other US state.
- Click any facility in the list to open its dedicated page with full contact details and visitation information.
- Search for an inmate using our free inmate locator tool on each facility page.
Finding an Inmate in a State Prison in Alaska
If you are trying to locate a specific person currently incarcerated in a state prison in Alaska, click on any facility in the list below to access its dedicated inmate search tool, or use our free US inmate locator to search by name across all state correctional facilities simultaneously. You can also search directly through Alaska's Department of Corrections official website if you have the inmate's full legal name or DOC identification number.
Visiting a State Prison
Visiting requires advance planning and prior approval. All visitors must submit an application and receive written approval before their first visit. Click any facility to view specific visitation guidelines and download the visitor application.
Legal Help & Appeals
Unlike jails, individuals in state prison have already been sentenced. However, if your loved one is still in pretrial or sentencing phase, a skilled criminal defense attorney can negotiate plea agreements and potentially reduce sentence length.
Calling an Inmate
Phone calls are outbound only. Your number must be registered and approved with the facility's phone provider, and a prepaid account needs to be funded. Read our inmate calling guide for setup instructions.
Sending Money
Inmates rely on commissary funds for hygiene products, food items, clothing, and phone credits. Methods include online transfers, kiosk deposits, money orders, or approved third-party services depending on the facility.
Programs & Education
Most state prisons offer rehabilitative programs including GED and literacy education, vocational training, substance abuse treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy, and religious services. Check individual facility pages for availability.
Daily Life Inside
State prisons operate on structured daily schedules including wake-up times, meal periods, work or program assignments, recreation time, and lights-out. Inmates are assigned to housing units based on security classification and behavior.
Frequently Asked Questions
State Prisons by County in Alaska
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Filter State Prisons by County
Alaska has State Prisons spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the State Prisons in a specific county within Alaska. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
All State Prisons in Alaska
Complete listing of state prisons
Browse the Complete List of State Prisons in Alaska
The full directory of state prisons in Alaska is displayed below. Every active state correctional facility operated by Alaska's Department of Corrections is included. Each entry includes the facility's name, location, county, security classification, and contact details. State prisons house individuals convicted of felony offenses serving sentences longer than one year and offer a broad range of rehabilitative, educational, and vocational programs.
| Facility Name | County | Action |
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Aguadilla Warrior Correctional Institution
Rt 2 Int 466 Bo Guerrero, Aguadilla, AK 00603
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Aguadilla-Isabela-San Sebastián Metropolitan | View Details |
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AK DOC - Hiland Mountain Correctional Center (HMCC)
9101 Hesterberg Road, Eagle River, AK 99577
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Anchorage | View Details |
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AK DOC - Anchorage Correctional Complex
East Building
1400 E 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501
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Anchorage Borough | View Details |
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McLaughlin Youth Center, Anchorage
2600 Providence Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508
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Anchorage Borough | View Details |
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AK DOC - Yukon Kuskokwim Correctional Center (YKCC)
1000 Chief Eddie Hoffman Hiwy
PO Box 400, Bethel, AK 99599
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Bethel Census Area | View Details |
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Bethel Youth Facility
PO Box 1989, Bethel, AK 99559
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Bethel Census Area | View Details |
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AK DOC - Fairbanks Correctional Center
1931 Egan Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701
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Fairbanks North Star Borough | View Details |
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AK DOC - Lemon Creek Correctional Center (LCCC)
2000 Lemon Creek Road, Juneau, AK 99801
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Juneau Borough | View Details |
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AK DOC - Wildwood Transitional Program (WTP)
11 Chugach Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7098
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Kenai Peninsula | View Details |
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AK DOC - Point MacKenzie Correctional Farm
PO Box 877730, Seward, AK 99664
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Kenai Peninsula Borough | View Details |
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AK DOC - Wildwood Correctional Center (WWCC)
10 Chugach Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7098
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Kenai Peninsula Borough | View Details |
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AK DOC - Wildwood Pre-Trial Facility (WPT)
5 Chugach Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7049
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Kenai Peninsula Borough | View Details |
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AK DOC - Spring Creek Correctional Center (SCCC)
3600 Bette Cato Ave, Seward, AK 99664
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Kenai Penisula Borough | View Details |
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AK DOC - Ketchikan Correctional Center
1201 Schoenbar Road, Ketchikan, AK 99901-6270
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Ketchikan Gateway Borough | View Details |
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AK DOC - Goose Creek Correctional Center
22301 West Alsop Road, Wasilla, AK 99654
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Matanuska-Susitna Borough | View Details |
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AK DOC - Mat-Su Pretrial
339 East Dogwood Road, Palmer, AK 99645
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Matanuska-Susitna Borough | View Details |
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AK DOC - Palmer Correctional Center
Glen Hwy - Mile 58
PO Box 919, Palmer, AK 99645
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Matanuska-Susitna Borough | View Details |
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AK DOC - Anvil Mountain Correctional Center (AMCC)
1810 Center Creek Road
, Nome, AK 99762
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Nome | View Details |
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Nome Youth Facility
804 East 4th Ave
PO Box 1750, Nome, AK 99762
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Nome Census Area | View Details |
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Metlakatla Juvenile Detention Center
8th Ave Auriel St, Metlakatla, AK 99926
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Prince of Wales-Outer Ketchikan | View Details |
State Prisons in Other States
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Explore State Prisons in Other States
Looking for state prisons beyond Alaska? We've got you covered. Use the state selectors below to instantly switch to a full directory of state prisons in any other US state. Whether you need to look up facilities in a neighboring state or search across the country, our nationwide directory makes it simple to find the information you need in just a few clicks.