Wallace Pack Unit
The Wallace Pack Unit is a medium-security prison for male inmates that is operated by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. This facility is located in Navasota, Texas, and can house a maximum of 1,157 inmates at the main camp, plus 321 at the Trusty Camp.
This Unit sits on 7,000 acres and has agricultural operations that include: Cow/Calf Operation, Edible and Field Crops, Farm Shop, Security Horses, Security Pack Canines, Swine Finishing Operation, Grain Storage, and Buffalo Ranch (11,002 acres). There is also a Surplus Warehouse at the Pack Unit that employs a number of inmates.
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Wallace Pack Unit
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Visiting Hours and Rules
The visiting hours for inmates at Pack Unit are on Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. You can expect your visiting period to last for about two hours, and each inmate is allowed one visit per weekend. Contact visits are allowed if the visitors are immediate family.
Two adults (18+) are allowed to visit an inmate at one time. Minor children are not counted in the visiting number.
The Pack Unit has a designated Family Liaison Officer that helps immediate family members and other persons during visits with offenders.
Before your visit, call the Ombudsman Visitation Hotline at (936) 437-4927 or toll free at (844) 476-1289 if you have any questions about visitation. The hotline is open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturdays and Sundays.
Visiting Applications
You must fill out an application and get approval from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice before you can visit an inmate at Pack Unit. Click on the visiting application and instructions below to get started.
What can you bring to a visit?
When checking in for a visit, you will need to provide the officer at the unit security checkpoint the following information:
- Your inmate's name and TDCJ number
- Your relationship to the offender
- Your current physical address and phone number
All adult visitors must have a valid photo ID. Keep everything in your vehicle except your ID and $25 cash (in coins) for the vending machines. You are allowed to carry the coins in a small wallet, clear plastic bag, or change purse.
Visitors with infants or small children may bring no more than three diapers, baby wipes, and two baby bottles (“sippy” cup for toddlers). These items must be stored in a clear plastic bag.
Visitor Identification: Visitors ages 18 and older must have a pictured and signed identification card. Children 17 years of age and younger may be required to provide an ID such as, a birth certificate, ID card, or student ID card.
For a complete list of the visiting rules, click here.
Dress Code
The dress code at Pack Unit is strictly enforced. Your visit will be denied if you are not dressed appropriately.
- Clothing that is tight fitting, revealing, or made with see-through fabrics is prohibited.
- Clothing with pictures or language that may be considered profane or offensive is not allowed.
- Shorts, skirts no shorter than three (3) inches above the middle of the knee while standing, capri pants, or long pants are allowed. Length is not restricted for children ages 10 and younger.
- Sandals, flip-flops, and open-toe shoes are allowed.
- Sleeveless shirts and dresses are allowed, but must cover the shoulders.
Physical Address
Pack Unit
2400 Wallace Pack Road
Navasota, TX 77868
Driving Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/AQBko9oxQAfpxUZz7
General Phone Number
(936) 825-3728 (**026)
Inmate Mailing Address(es)
Inmate Name/DOC Number
Pack Unit
2400 Wallace Pack Road
Navasota, TX 77868
eMessages
Inmates at Pack Unit can receive eMessages through JPAY. To register, please contact JPAY at 1-866-333- 5729 or visit www.jpay.com on the web.How to Call an Inmate
You can't call an inmate at Pack Unit, but they do have access to phones during certain hours. For complete details on how to call an inmate in Texas, please click here.
How to Send Money
There are a number of ways to send money to an inmate at Pack Unit, both online and through snail mail. Remember, you will need their inmate ID number.
ECOMMDIRECT
You can send money to an inmate or make purchases for them from the prison commissary using ECOMMDIRECT. To send money, click here and enter the offender's number, name, and confirm offender. Add a deposit amount to your cart and checkout using a credit or debit card.
Friends and family can also make purchases each quarter for eligible offenders. The maximum spend is $60, with the exception of the 4th quarter. From October through December, the holiday spend limit is $85.
You can choose from the top selling commissary items and purchase them for your inmate instead of sending money. Items include snacks, hygiene products, and correspondence supplies.
JPAY
JPAY allows you to send money to an offender for a service fee. Visit their website at www.jpay.com or call 1.800.574.5729 to send funds using Visa or MasterCard credit/debit card.
ACCESS CORRECTIONS – SECURE DEPOSITS
1. Visit www.AccessCorrections.com
2. Telephone (toll-free): call 1.866.345.1884 for live bilingual agents available 24/7
MONEY ORDERS or CASHIER’S CHECKS
Must be made payable to “Inmate Trust Fund for Offender Name and Number”
- You may obtain deposit slips by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Inmate Trust Fund, PO Box 60, Huntsville, TX 77342-0060
- Send deposit and completed deposit slip to Inmate Trust Fund, PO Box 60, Huntsville, TX 77342-0060
Programs For Inmates
Educational Programs: Literacy (Adult Basic Education/GED), CHANGES/Pre-Release, Cognitive Intervention
Career and Technology Programs: Construction Carpentry; Hospitality and Tourism
Additional Programs/Services: Faith Based Dormitory, Administrative Segregation Protective Custody Video Initiative, Adult Education Program (upon availability), Life Decisions Program, Peer Education, Reentry Planning, Chaplaincy Services, Community Tours, GO KIDS Initiative
Community Work Projects: Services provided to city agencies and Texas Parks and Wildlife.
Volunteer Initiatives: Literacy/Education, Employment/Job Skills, Substance Abuse Education, Support Groups, Victims Awareness, Religious/Faith Based Studies and Activities
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Careers at Wallace Pack Unit
If you are interested in a career with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and would like more information about available jobs at Pack Unit, click here.
