Lost something in Pacifica? Here is who to contact.
One report reaches the Pacifica Police Department, local lost and found offices, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously searching for a match so you don't have to.
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 Pacifica
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed to route your case to the right places in Pacifica.
We connect you to the right channels
Your report goes directly to the Pacifica Police Department, City Hall lost and found, SamTrans (if it's a bus item), and local social networks. No runaround, no repeating yourself.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report automatically matches against new found-item posts, community alerts, and local marketplaces. We notify you the moment a credible match surfaces, so you stay in the loop without daily checking.
Where to report a lost item in Pacifica
Here's who holds lost property and how to reach them directly. ReportLost handles these contacts for you.
Pacifica Police Department
The main entry point for lost items in Pacifica. The Police Department maintains a lost and found at their main station. We tell you which precinct covers your loss location and what information to include.
City of Pacifica City Hall
Finders of lost property in Pacifica often drop items at the main counter, where a finders affidavit form is completed. We point you to the right desk and help you know what details to have ready.
SamTrans (Local Bus Service)
If you left an item on a SamTrans bus serving Pacifica, their lost and found team can help. We generate the exact details about your trip to make the search faster.
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If your loss occurred at SFO while traveling through, their lost and found office operates daily. We can help you contact them directly with all the flight and location details.
Lost or Found a Pet
If you've lost a pet in Pacifica, the Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA and San Mateo County Animal Control are your best resources. They keep detailed records and can help reunite you with your animal. file a priority lost pet report
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you file, the sooner your report reaches the right people in Pacifica and starts its 6 to 12 month search. Once your report is live, you can focus on moving forward while we keep looking.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Pacifica means contacting multiple places: the police, city services, the bus company, community groups. Each has its own system, its own forms, its own timelines. By the time you've called everyone, hours have passed, and the item may have already moved on.
ReportLost compresses all of that into one submission. You report once, we handle the routing to the right Pacifica departments and local channels, and your report stays live and searching for months. It's the shortcut that turns a frustrating hunt into a coordinated, ongoing search behind the scenes.
Common places to lose things in Pacifica
Lost items often turn up at police lost and found or via community alerts from these Pacifica neighborhoods.
Downtown Pacifica / Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and public spaces where items are often left at counters or in parking areas. Items here frequently reach City Hall or the police station.
Pacifica beaches (Linda Mar, Rockaway, Pacifica State Beach)
Popular beach areas where items can be lost or turned in to nearby lifeguard stations or local businesses.
Skyline Boulevard corridor
A major road through Pacifica where transit and commuter losses are common; SamTrans buses and local traffic frequent this area.
Sharp Park area
Residential and shopping zones where community members are active on local social channels and often post found items.
Manor Drive / Westborough area
Neighborhood-centered zone where local lost and found posts often surface through community groups and word of mouth.
Community channels where lost items are posted
Pacifica residents and local groups actively share found items. ReportLost publishes your report to these channels.
Facebook group
Facebook group (pets)
Reddit community
Facebook (local news and posts)
Community classifieds
Questions about reporting a lost item in Pacifica
How long does the Pacifica Police Department hold lost items?
The police lost and found typically holds items for a standard retention period. Check with the Pacifica Police Department at (650) 738-7300 or visit their main station at 170 Santa Maria Avenue for specific timelines on your type of item.
Can I file a lost item report online with the City of Pacifica?
The City of Pacifica encourages you to fill out a lost and found form through their website (cityofpacifica.org) or call (650) 738-7300. ReportLost handles this submission for you as part of your report.
What should I do if I lost something on a SamTrans bus?
Contact SamTrans Lost & Found at 1-800-660-4287 or fill out their online form. Have your bus route number, time, and a description of the item ready. ReportLost generates this information and sends it on your behalf.
How do I search community posts for my lost item in Pacifica?
You can manually check Pacifica Facebook groups like 'Pacifica, CA - Anything & Everything' or r/Pacifica, but this takes time and you might miss posts. ReportLost automatically publishes to these channels and alerts you when matches appear.
What if I lost a pet in Pacifica?
Contact the Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA at (650) 340-7022 or San Mateo Animal Control. They maintain lost and found databases for pets. ReportLost offers a dedicated lost pet reporting path to ensure your report reaches all shelter and animal control services.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that works alongside official channels. We route your report to the Pacifica Police Department, City Hall, and local services, but we are not a government agency. Your report is submitted to the official services directly, and you retain full control. We add value by handling the multi-channel routing and keeping your report active in the search for months afterward.
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Don't let your lost item fade away
Every hour counts in the first days, and every day counts in the weeks ahead. A single report to ReportLost puts your item on the radar of the Pacifica Police Department, local services, and community members who can help. Your report stays active and searching for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Pacifica Police Department, City of Pacifica, SamTrans, San Francisco International Airport, the Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA, or San Mateo County Animal Control. We route your report to these official channels and community networks, but we do not operate them or guarantee recovery. Always verify contact information and visit official websites for the most current hours and procedures.