Lost something in Monterey? Report it once and let us handle the rest.
Submit your loss to Monterey Police Department, Monterey Regional Airport, Monterey-Salinas Transit, and local community channels, all at once. Your report stays active, continuously matching against new found items.
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)
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works in Monterey
You tell us what you lost
Describe your item, where you lost it (police precinct, transit line, airport terminal), and when. We gather the details needed to file a real report with Monterey authorities.
We route it to the right places
Your loss gets reported to the Monterey Police Department lost and found, the relevant transit or airport office, and posted to local Monterey lost and found groups. You don't have to contact each one separately.
Your report keeps searching
While you move on with your day, your active report continues to match against new found items reported to local services, community pages, and marketplaces. You'll get an alert if a credible match appears during your search period.
Where Lost Items Go in Monterey
Know your channels. Let us connect you to all of them.
Monterey Police Department Lost & Found
The Monterey Police Department maintains a lost and found for items turned in to the police or found on city streets. We tell you which precinct covers your loss location and file the report for you, but you can also reach them directly.
Call (831) 646-3830|Non-emergency (831) 646-3914|Monterey Police Department
Monterey Regional Airport Lost & Found
If you left an item at MRY's terminal, the airport's Lost and Found Office can help. Items are held for a period before being cataloged. We generate the right details to include in your airport report.
Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) Lost & Found
Left something on an MST bus? The transit system maintains a lost and found for items recovered on routes across the Monterey area. We point you to the right contact and help you file with them.
California State University, Monterey Bay Police
If you lost an item on the CSUMB campus, their 24/7 Police Department offers lost and found assistance. We can help you report to the right campus office.
Lost Pet? Check Local Shelters & Animal Services
Monterey County Animal Services and the SPCA for Monterey County both maintain searchable databases of stray animals updated hourly. If you've lost a dog or cat, report to both shelters and file a priority lost pet report with us.
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The sooner you report, the sooner we can search
The first 24 to 48 hours matter most. Once you file, you can relax, your report is active and working across multiple channels. No need to keep calling or refreshing group posts yourself.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Monterey, whether it's at the airport terminal, on an MST bus, at Cannery Row, or anywhere else in town, means juggling calls to the police department, the airport, the transit authority, and scouring social media groups yourself. Each office works separately, and there's no central place where all found items converge.
ReportLost simplifies that. File one report with us, and we deliver it to Monterey Police Department, Monterey Regional Airport, Monterey-Salinas Transit, and local community channels in one go. Then your report stays active for your entire search period (12 months), automatically checking for matches so you don't have to refresh community pages daily.
Common places where things get lost in Monterey
Wherever you lost it, tell us the location and we'll route it to the right local office.
Cannery Row & Waterfront
Popular tourist and local hotspot along the bay; lost items often reported to nearby businesses or police patrols.
Downtown Monterey & Pacific Street
City center with shops, restaurants, and City Hall; police lost and found handles street-level losses.
Monterey Regional Airport Terminal
TSA checkpoints and gate areas; airport's dedicated lost and found office recovers items Monday through Friday.
MST Bus Routes & Transit Centers
County-wide public transit; transit lost and found collects items left on buses and at stations.
CSUMB Campus
University grounds and facilities; campus police handle lost items reported to students and staff.
Local community channels for lost & found
Monterey residents and pet owners share found items on these platforms. We post your report there too.
Facebook group for local area residents sharing lost and found pet alerts
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost dogs and cats with owners
Facebook group for Monterey area pet owners seeking lost animals
Official county searchable listing of stray animals updated hourly
Monterey neighborhoods and community pages often share found items and lost reports
Questions about lost and found in Monterey
How long do Monterey Police and other offices hold lost items?
Holding periods vary by location. Monterey Police Department maintains a lost and found, but retention times are not publicly specified. We recommend checking with them at (831) 646-3830 for details. Monterey Regional Airport holds items for a set period before cataloging. MST has its own retention policy. Your active ReportLost report keeps searching during your entire 6 to 12-month search period, even after initial offices release items.
Where exactly do I pick up a lost item once it's been found?
If your item is found and matched to your report, we'll alert you with details on where to retrieve it. Items may be held at the Monterey Police Department (non-emergency (831) 646-3914), Monterey Regional Airport Lost & Found Office (second floor terminal, (831) 333-2300, 8 AM to 5 PM weekdays), or MST lost and found (contact 1-888-678-2871). We'll confirm the exact location when we notify you.
Do I need to file a police report for a lost item?
Not always. Most lost (non-stolen) items are handled through each service's lost and found office rather than as a formal crime report. However, if theft is suspected, contact Monterey Police at (831) 646-3914 (non-emergency) or 911. ReportLost handles the coordination with the right channel for you.
What if I lost something on public transit?
Call Monterey-Salinas Transit's Lost & Found at 1-888-678-2871 (1-888-MST-BUS1) during business hours, or fill out their online form at mst.org/contact-us/lost-found/. ReportLost submits your report to them directly so they can begin matching against items in their system.
How do I search for a lost pet in Monterey County?
Search the Monterey County Animal Services online database (countyofmonterey.gov) and the SPCA for Monterey County listing (spcamc.org) using the Petco Love Lost system. Call Monterey County Animal Services at (831) 769-8850. Post in local Facebook groups like 'Lost Dogs of Monterey County, CA' and 'Animals Lost and Found on the Monterey Peninsula.' File a priority lost pet report with ReportLost to activate automated matching for 12 months.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that coordinates your lost item report to official Monterey police, airport, transit, and community channels on your behalf. We are not part of any government agency. Filing with ReportLost does not replace contacting police or other services directly if you suspect theft or need immediate assistance. We amplify your reach and keep your report active continuously.
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Ready to find your lost item?
The sooner you report, the sooner your item can be matched. Fill out your report below, and we'll get it to the right Monterey offices and community channels immediately. Your report will stay active for the duration of your search, so you can focus on other things.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Monterey Police Department, Monterey Regional Airport, Monterey-Salinas Transit, California State University Monterey Bay, Monterey County Animal Services, the SPCA for Monterey County, or any other government or private agency listed. We coordinate and submit lost item reports on your behalf to these official channels, but you remain responsible for following up directly if needed. Always contact local authorities directly for suspected theft, emergencies, or immediate concerns.