Minnesota Correctional Facility Stillwater
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- Facility Type
- State Facility
- Security Level
- Maximum
- Inmate Capacity
- 1,600 approx.
- Established
- 1853
- Operated By
- Minnesota Department of Corrections (MNDOC)
Minnesota Correctional Facility Stillwater Inmate Communication Overview
Minnesota Correctional Facility Stillwater is a maximum-security state prison operated by the Minnesota Department of Corrections, located in Bayport in Washington County along the St. Croix River, roughly 25 miles east of Saint Paul and 30 miles east of Minneapolis. Established in 1853, it is one of the oldest prisons in the Midwest and the oldest continuously operating prison in Minnesota. The facility houses adult male inmates at maximum-security classification and is one of the central institutions in the Minnesota DOC system. Its location in the western St. Croix Valley makes it accessible for Twin Cities families.
Communication at MCF Stillwater follows Minnesota DOC provider contracts. JPay is the platform for electronic messaging, photo sharing, and money transfers across Minnesota DOC facilities. Families create a JPay account and add the inmate using their Minnesota DOC number to begin correspondence. GTL manages phone calls and video visitation under the Minnesota DOC statewide contract. The standard two-platform model applies: JPay for messaging and money, GTL for phone and video. These are separate accounts with separate funding, and money on one platform does not apply to the other.
MCF Stillwater's location about 25 miles east of Saint Paul makes it one of the more accessible maximum-security state prisons in the region for Twin Cities families. The facility is along Highway 36 in Washington County. For families in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro area, in-person visits are logistically manageable. For families elsewhere in Minnesota or out of state, JPay and GTL video visits are practical alternatives. Minnesota DOC accounts created for MCF Stillwater will work at any other Minnesota facility if an inmate transfers within the state system.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
970 Pickett Street North, Bayport, MN 55003
Main Phone
(651) 779-2700
Administrative line — not for inmate calls
Official Website
Visit official siteCommunication Options
Available communication services at Minnesota Correctional Facility Stillwater.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: JPay
Full JPay messaging available. Requires Minnesota DOC number.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Provider: GTL
Remote video visits available. Schedule in advance through GTL.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Provider: JPay
Digital photos via JPay. Subject to MNDOC content guidelines.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: GTL
Inmate-initiated calls via GTL. Fund AdvancePay account to receive calls.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Provider: JPay
Trust account deposits via JPay for commissary and personal purchases.
Communication Providers at Minnesota Correctional Facility Stillwater
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
JPay
Electronic messaging, photo sharing, and trust account deposits. Uses Minnesota DOC number.
Learn More About JPayGTL
Phone calls and video visitation under the Minnesota DOC statewide contract.
Learn More About GTLCommunication Rules at Minnesota Correctional Facility Stillwater
- JPay and GTL are separate platforms. Messaging stamps and phone funds are not interchangeable.
- Messages are reviewed by MNDOC staff before delivery.
- MNDOC system-wide accounts carry over if the inmate transfers to another Minnesota facility.
- Video visits must be scheduled in advance through GTL.
- Senders must be on the inmate's approved contact list.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Minnesota Correctional Facility Stillwater
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I message someone at MCF Stillwater?
- Create a JPay account at jpay.com and add the inmate using their Minnesota DOC number. Purchase stamps and compose your message. MNDOC staff review messages before delivery, typically within 24 to 48 hours.
- How do I set up phone calls from MCF Stillwater?
- Phone calls use GTL. Create an account at telmate.com or the GTL Connect app. Set up a prepaid AdvancePay account linked to your phone number and add funds. The inmate calls you from facility phones.
- How far is MCF Stillwater from the Twin Cities?
- MCF Stillwater is in Bayport in Washington County, about 25 miles east of Saint Paul and 30 miles east of Minneapolis. For Twin Cities families, in-person visits are very accessible — the drive from downtown Saint Paul takes about 30 minutes.
- Do my accounts carry over if my loved one transfers to another Minnesota facility?
- Yes. JPay and GTL serve all Minnesota DOC facilities under statewide contracts. Your accounts and contact history carry over automatically to any other MNDOC facility after a transfer.
- How do I send money to a MCF Stillwater inmate?
- Trust account deposits are made through JPay. Log in, go to Send Money, and select Minnesota Correctional Facility Stillwater. Add funds via debit or credit card. Processing takes one to two business days.
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