Lost your wallet, ring, or phone in South Lakes? Here is where to report it.
One report connects you with the Matanuska-Susitna Borough Animal Care Shelter, local law enforcement, and active community channels. Your report stays active, keeping your item in the search loop.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
Recent activity
Across the United States
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works in South Lakes
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter most to recovery.
We connect you to the right places
Your report reaches Wasilla Police, the Mat-Su Borough, local lost and found offices, and community groups across the South Lakes area. We also publish your report to active social channels so locals can help.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report stays active and matches against new found items, marketplace posts, and community tips. You don't have to refresh the same sites every day, we do that for you.
Where Your Lost Item Might Be in South Lakes
The main places to check, and how ReportLost helps you cover them all at once.
Wasilla Police Department
If you lost something on public property or suspect theft, file a report with Wasilla Police. They maintain records and can help you trace your item. We tell you exactly which precinct to contact and what information to include.
Matanuska-Susitna Borough Services
South Lakes is part of the Mat-Su Borough. The Borough's various departments and community councils may have records of lost items turned in at public facilities. We can point you to the right contact.
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
If you lost something during travel from South Lakes, the airport's lost and found office stores items on the first level near the parking garage. We generate the exact details to report your loss there.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in South Lakes, contact the Mat-Su Borough Animal Shelter immediately and check with Animal Care & Control in Anchorage. Pets move fast, and time is critical. For a priority lost pet alert, file a priority lost pet report.
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The Sooner You Report, the Better
Lost items don't get easier to find as time passes. Reporting now means your description reaches the right people and systems while the trail is fresh. Once you've filed your report with ReportLost, the search kicks in automatically, and you can take a breath knowing the work is underway.
Report my lost item →Losing something valuable in South Lakes, whether at home, on the road between Wasilla and Palmer, or at one of the local parks and lakes, can feel overwhelming. Between contacting the Wasilla Police Department, checking the Mat-Su Borough's resources, visiting local shops and community centers, and scrolling through Facebook groups, it's easy to miss the right channel or run out of time before an item gets lost in a lost and found system.
ReportLost simplifies the search. You file one report, and we route it to every relevant office, lost and found desk, and active community channel in the South Lakes area. Better yet, your report doesn't stop working after a day or two, it stays active and searching for a match throughout your entire recovery window. You can focus on other things while your item gets a real, sustained effort to come home.
Neighborhoods and Landmarks in South Lakes
Common places where locals lose wallets, rings, phones, and other essentials.
Downtown South Lakes
Shops, local businesses, and community gathering spaces where items are often left on counters or lost in crowds.
South Lakes Parks & Recreation Areas
Scenic parks and lake access points where outdoor enthusiasts lose phones, keys, and bags near water or trails.
Along the Wasilla-Palmer Corridor
Main roads and transit stops connecting South Lakes to neighboring cities, where items slip out during car rides or bus stops.
Residential Neighborhoods
Quiet streets and apartment complexes where packages, deliveries, and personal items go missing near home.
Community Groups Helping with Lost Items
Check these active channels where locals post found items and tips.
Facebook community covering the broader Anchorage metro, including South Lakes posts.
Local Facebook pages where South Lakes residents share lost and found alerts.
Reddit community where Alaskans post lost items and recovery tips.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do Wasilla Police and the Mat-Su Borough keep lost items?
Most police departments and municipal lost and found offices hold items for 30 to 90 days before disposal. Check with the Wasilla Police Department at 907-352-5401 (non-emergency) for specifics on their retention policy.
What if I lost something at the airport on the way through South Lakes?
Call the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport Lost & Found at 907-266-2623 or visit Level 1 near the short-term parking garage entrance. Hours are 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Where do I report a lost pet in South Lakes?
Contact the Matanuska-Susitna Borough Animal Shelter at 907-746-5500 to file a Lost Animal Report. Also call Animal Care & Control in Anchorage at 907-343-8122 so your pet is flagged in their systems across the region.
How does ReportLost help if I live between Wasilla and Palmer?
ReportLost knows which police department, borough office, and community groups cover your area. You file once, and we route your report to all of them, plus keep it active and searching across local channels and marketplaces.
How long does my report stay active?
Your report remains active and searching for a match for 12 months, depending on your selection. That means new found items, posts, and tips are checked against your description the entire time, without you having to re-submit or refresh.
Is ReportLost.org official, and does it replace filing a police report?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels, not as a replacement. We help you report faster and reach more places at once, but for items involving theft or valuable property, you should also file a formal report with Wasilla Police or local law enforcement. We make that process clearer and ensure your report doesn't fall through the cracks.
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Start your report here.
Every minute counts when something goes missing. File your report now and let ReportLost connect you to the right people across South Lakes, the Mat-Su Borough, and beyond. Your report will keep searching long after you've moved on.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Wasilla Police Department, Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, or any other local agency. We help you report losses and route information to the appropriate channels, but we do not operate these agencies or their systems. For emergencies, always call 911.