Planning Your First Visit to the Ester Unit (Pine Bluff): Directions and Gate Checklist

The Ester Unit sits west of Pine Bluff off West 7th Street, part of the Pine Bluff Complex in Jefferson County. For GPS or mailing purposes, the address is 7500 Corrections Circle, Pine Bluff, AR 71603. First-time visitor? Call ahead at 870-267-6240 to confirm anything you need before making the drive.

1. Take I‑530 South from Little Rock - Travel about 45 miles south toward Pine Bluff.
2. Turn right at the first traffic light as you enter Pine Bluff - That right turn puts you onto Bryant Street.
3. Stay on Bryant Street for about one mile - When you reach West 7th, turn right onto West 7th.
4. Continue on West 7th for about one mile to the gate - This brings you to the Ester Unit gate.

After turning onto West 7th, you'll drive about a mile to reach the Ester Unit gate. An officer there will direct you into the facility. Follow their instructions, and don't hesitate to ask questions - staff at the gate can guide you the rest of the way.

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• ✓ Call the Ester Unit at 870-267-6240 to confirm the current visitation details before you drive.
• ✓ Verify visiting hours for the day you plan to come.
• ✓ Confirm what ID you need to bring.
• ✓ Ask whether you need to be on an approved visitor list or complete any visitor registration steps ahead of time.
• ✓ Check where visitors are allowed to park once you’re directed inside.
• ✓ Ask how early you should arrive for check-in.
• ✓ Confirm whether there’s any paperwork or documentation you should have with you when you reach the gate.

This guide focuses on getting you to the right place with fewer surprises. It doesn't cover day-to-day details like visiting hours, ID requirements, visitor registration, parking, or arrival times - those can change. Before your visit, confirm current information by calling 870-267-6240 or checking the Arkansas DOC Online Services Center.