Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon — Key Information
Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon is a State juvenile low facility located in Ontonagon County, Michigan. The facility has a capacity of approximately 32 beds. Use the contact details below to reach the facility, and the inmate locator link to search for a specific individual held here.
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About Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon
Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon is a state juvenile correctional facility operated by the Michigan Department of Juvenile Justice (or equivalent state agency). This facility houses minors — typically between ages 10 and 17 — who have been adjudicated delinquent by a juvenile court and sentenced to a period of secure custody. The facility has a capacity of approximately 32 beds. Youth placed here have been assessed as lower risk within the juvenile justice system.
Unlike adult correctional facilities, juvenile institutions place strong emphasis on education, treatment, and rehabilitation. All youth in state juvenile custody have the right to a free and appropriate public education. Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon provides accredited academic instruction, mental health therapy, family counseling, vocational exploration, and life skills training. The goal is to return every young person to their community better equipped to lead a productive, law-abiding life.
Family involvement is actively encouraged at juvenile facilities. Parents and guardians are typically permitted to visit regularly and may be required to participate in family therapy as part of the youth's treatment plan. Review the contact and visitation sections below for current policies at Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon.
Facility Type and Security Level
Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon is classified as a low-security state juvenile facility. Lower-security juvenile facilities offer more structured freedom of movement, community-based activities, and family visitation compared to secure-care institutions. Staff use evidence-based approaches to address behavioral and emotional challenges in youth.
Contact Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon
Phone
Call the facility at 906-789-1232 to speak with staff about your child's status, programming, and visitation scheduling.
Fax
Submit documents to the facility by fax at 906-789-9848 for legal paperwork and official correspondence.
Email the facility at rossd@michigan.gov, waltersp2@michigan.gov, staffordb2@michigan.gov for non-urgent inquiries.
How to Contact a Youth at Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon
Send Mail
You may send letters and approved reading materials to:
Youth's Full NameBay Pines Center - Ontonagon
2425 North 30th St, Escanaba, MI 49829 All mail is inspected. Do not include cash, gift cards, or items not approved by the facility.
Phone Calls
Phone call procedures vary by facility. Contact Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon directly at 906-789-1232 to understand the approved calling procedure for your child. All calls are recorded and monitored for security purposes.
Visitation Guide for Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon
Family visitation is strongly encouraged at low-security juvenile facilities. For the most current schedule, contact the facility at 906-789-1232.
Visitation Rules
- All adult visitors must present a valid, government-issued photo ID.
- Visitors must be approved by the facility in advance — contact the facility to initiate the approval process.
- All visitors and belongings are subject to search before entry.
- No cell phones, recording devices, or cameras in the visiting area.
- Dress code applies — follow the facility's specific guidelines provided during the approval process.
- Parents or guardians may be required to participate in scheduled family therapy sessions.
Visitation Timings
| DAY | VISITING HOURS |
|---|---|
| Monday | NO VISITS |
| Tuesday | NO VISITS |
| Wednesday | NO VISITS |
| Thursday | NO VISITS |
| Friday | NO VISITS |
| Saturday | 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Hours are approximate. Confirm with the facility before traveling.
Driving Directions to Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon
Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon is located at 2425 North 30th St, Escanaba, MI 49829 in Michigan. Use the map below for driving directions. Always call ahead at 906-789-1232 to confirm visiting hours before making the trip.
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Always verify visiting hours and policies directly with Bay Pines Center - Ontonagon at 906-789-1232 before making travel decisions.