Lost something in Huntington Beach? We'll handle the search.
File one report and we notify the Huntington Beach Police Department Property Unit, Orange County Transit Authority (OCTA), local shelters, and monitor Huntington Beach community channels continuously for matches.
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)
Across the United States
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather all the details we need to route your case correctly.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the HBPD Property Unit, relevant transit authorities, animal shelters if applicable, and local lost and found networks. You don't contact them separately, we do.
We monitor for you, day and night
Our system scans Huntington Beach Facebook groups, Craigslist, local marketplaces, and web listings for 12 months. The moment a credible match surfaces, you get an alert. No need to refresh pages yourself.
Where to report a lost item in Huntington Beach
Direct channels and what ReportLost handles for you
Huntington Beach Police Department
The HBPD Property Unit holds found items and maintains a searchable database. You can call to ask if your item has been turned in, but you'll need proof of ownership. We generate a complete property report and contact them on your behalf to ensure your loss is logged in their system.
Property Unit (714-536-5944, 7am–4pm)|View found items online
Orange County Transit Authority (OCTA)
If you lost something on an OCTA bus within Huntington Beach or surrounding areas, the transit authority maintains a lost and found for items left aboard. OCTA can hold items for a period. We make sure OCTA is alerted with your description and contact information so they can reach you directly.
Regional Airports
Long Beach Airport and Ontario International Airport serve the Huntington Beach area. If your loss occurred during air travel or at an airport, each facility maintains its own lost and found office. We can advise on which airport to contact and what information to provide.
Lost or found pet
The Orange County Humane Society operates a facility in Huntington Beach and maintains a lost and found pet database. If your pet has gone missing or you've found an animal, they're your first contact. We can help you file all the details for a rapid match. For dedicated pet recovery support, file a priority lost pet report with us.
OC Humane Society Huntington Beach (714-536-8480)|OC Animal Care lost pet database
City of Huntington Beach
For items lost in parks, city facilities, or public spaces not covered by police, City Hall can direct you to the right department. We can advise on the appropriate city office based on where your loss occurred.
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Start your search today
The sooner you file, the sooner our monitoring kicks in. Most items are discovered within the first few weeks, and we'll keep watching for you for months.
Report my lost item →Huntington Beach sits along a major coastal transit corridor and spans dozens of neighborhoods, shopping districts, and recreational areas. When something goes missing, a wallet at the pier, a phone in a rideshare, or a pet in a residential area, retrieving it means contacting multiple agencies: the police property unit, the transit authority if applicable, local animal shelters, and checking dozens of community posts every few days. It's fragmented, time-consuming, and many items slip through the cracks because reports get buried or filed under the wrong channel.
ReportLost consolidates that process. File your loss once, and we shepherd it to every relevant Huntington Beach authority and monitor the entire local web ecosystem in real time. Our continuous surveillance catches 'found' posts and marketplace listings within hours of publication, so you can focus on your day while the search unfolds automatically behind the scenes.
Common places where items go missing in Huntington Beach
Our monitoring extends across all neighborhoods and landmarks
Huntington Beach Pier & Beach
Wallets, phones, and personal items frequently go missing along the sand and at the pier. HBPD and local cleanup crews pick up lost items regularly.
Downtown Huntington Beach & Main Street
Shopping districts, restaurants, and street-level parking areas see regular lost item reports. Businesses often turn items into the police property unit.
Huntington Central Park & Nature Preserves
Keys, phones, and eyeglasses slip away during outdoor activities. Park staff and city services retrieve items and log them with local authorities.
Residential & Fountain Valley Area
Pets and personal belongings go missing in home neighborhoods. Community groups and local patrols help locate and report found items.
Transit Hubs & OCTA Bus Stops
Items left on buses or at transit stops are held by OCTA. Phones, wallets, and bags are commonly recovered within a few days.
Local community channels monitoring for you
We scan these networks continuously so you don't have to
Active Facebook group for pet recovery and lost item sharing
Multi-purpose community group with lost and found posts
Reddit community for Orange County, including Huntington Beach lost and found threads
Local marketplace where items and pets are often posted
City posts and community alerts
Questions about lost items in Huntington Beach
How long does the HBPD Property Unit hold items?
The Huntington Beach Police Department holds found items for a period before they may be disposed of or donated. We recommend contacting the Property Unit promptly at (714) 536-5944 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. to verify if your item has been logged and to arrange an inspection.
What proof of ownership do I need to claim something from the police?
The HBPD Property Unit requires proof of ownership, such as a receipt, ID, serial number, or photos showing the item is yours. ReportLost helps you compile this information upfront so you're ready when you contact them.
How long does OCTA hold lost items on buses?
OCTA maintains a lost and found for items left on buses. Contact them at (714) 560-5934 or via their online form. Items are typically held for a limited time, so reporting quickly improves recovery chances.
What should I do if I lost a pet?
Contact the Orange County Humane Society at (714) 536-8480 immediately, and check the OC Animal Care pet database regularly. File a <a href="/report-lost-pet">priority lost pet report with ReportLost</a> to activate focused monitoring across pet networks and social channels.
Can ReportLost contact the police and OCTA for me?
Yes. When you file a report with ReportLost, we generate a detailed loss report and contact the appropriate Huntington Beach agencies on your behalf. You don't have to call each one separately. We also monitor their systems and local channels for matches while you wait.
Is ReportLost.org affiliated with the Huntington Beach Police Department or City of Huntington Beach?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that helps you file reports with official agencies and monitors the web for matches. We work alongside local authorities, not as part of them. We're here to simplify the process and save you time.
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Ready to find your lost item?
File your report now. Once submitted, our system gets to work immediately, contacting relevant Huntington Beach services and monitoring local channels on your behalf for the next several months.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Huntington Beach Police Department, City of Huntington Beach, Orange County Transit Authority, Orange County Humane Society, or any other government or private agency mentioned. We provide information about official channels and monitor public web sources to help you locate lost items. Always verify contact information directly with official sources.