Lost and Found in Avalon, California
Report a lost item to the Avalon Sheriff's Station, city services, or check local community groups. ReportLost offers optional paid search services to complement your direct inquiries.
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
California : found property must be held by law enforcement for at least 90 days before it can pass to the finder, be auctioned or disposed of. (California Civil Code §2080.2)
No report has been filed in Avalon yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How to Report a Lost Item
File a Free Public Report
Create a listing on ReportLost at no cost. Your report is published and searchable by the community, but ReportLost does not conduct an active search.
Contact Local Services
Call the Avalon Sheriff's Station at (310) 510-0174 to report your lost item, or visit City Hall for assistance. Contact details are listed below.
Choose a Search Option (Optional)
Add automatic web search for 6 months ($12), or team-assisted search with manual outreach and 12 months of monitoring ($25). Paid options include a ReportLost certificate and anonymous email linked to your report.
Where to Report and Search
Local services and how ReportLost can help
Avalon Sheriff's Station
The primary point of contact for lost property in Avalon. Items left in public places or found by residents are often held here.
City Hall & Community Services
City Hall can provide guidance on lost property procedures and may assist with reporting items lost in municipal facilities or public areas.
Lost Pets
If you've lost a pet, report it to local animal services and check shelters across Santa Catalina Island and Orange County. Post on community groups and call local veterinary clinics.
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Next Steps
Start with a free public report on ReportLost, then contact the Sheriff's Station directly. If you'd like to expand your search, compare paid options below.
Create a report →Avalon is a small island community served by the Avalon Sheriff's Station and City Hall. If you lose an item, contact the Sheriff's Station first—they maintain a lost and found at their location on Sumner Avenue. The city also maintains public lost property records.
ReportLost offers optional paid search services to expand your reach. A free public listing reaches the local community; paid options include automatic web search or team-assisted outreach to local businesses and transit services. You remain in control of your search strategy.
Common Areas in Avalon
Places where lost items are often reported
Downtown Avalon
The main commercial district near the waterfront, including shops and public spaces.
Beacon Field
Community recreation area where items are frequently found and reported.
Community Groups
Local residents share lost and found posts on these platforms
Active Facebook group for island residents
Neighborhood app for local alerts
Questions About Lost Items in Avalon
Where should I go to claim a lost item?
Contact the Avalon Sheriff's Station at (310) 510-0174 to inquire if your item has been turned in. Items held in lost and found are kept at their location on Sumner Avenue.
Is ReportLost.org an official service?
No. ReportLost is an independent platform, not affiliated with the Avalon Sheriff's Station, City Hall, or any government agency. It complements direct reporting to local services but does not replace them.
How long are lost items typically held?
Contact the Sheriff's Station directly to ask about the current retention policy for items in their lost and found.
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Ready to Report?
Publish a free listing now to alert the community, or explore paid search options to extend your reach beyond Avalon.
Compare search options →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Avalon Sheriff's Station, City of Avalon, or any local government entity. Recovery of lost items depends on many factors. Always contact local law enforcement and relevant services directly for official lost property procedures.