Lost something in Palm Springs? Here is who to contact.
File one report and we connect you with the Palm Springs Police Department, the airport lost & found team, local transit offices, and active Palm Springs community channels. Your report keeps searching for a match for your entire recovery period.
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 ReportLost works in Palm Springs
You describe what you lost
Tell us where you lost it, what it looks like, and any details that matter. We gather exactly what the police, airport staff, and community searchers need to help.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Palm Springs Police Property Room, PSP Airport Lost & Found if relevant, local transit operators, and gets shared in the right community channels so neighbors can spot it.
Your report stays active and keeps searching
For 12 months, your report automatically matches against new found items posted to local channels, marketplace listings, and shelter databases. You get alerts when a credible match appears, so you don't have to check every day yourself.
Where your lost item might turn up in Palm Springs
And how to file a report that reaches all of them at once
Palm Springs Police Property Room
The police hold found items for safekeeping and track property releases. If you lost something downtown, at a business, or in public, there's a good chance it ended up here. We tell you which division covers your location and generate the exact details they'll need to spot your item in their system.
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
If you lost something in the terminal, at a gate, or in the parking area, PSP's dedicated lost & found team handles it. They've rolled out an online portal to make searching easier. We make sure your report reaches them with the right description and flight details if relevant.
Riverside Transit Agency (RTA)
Items left on buses heading through or around the valley are collected by RTA. Their lost & found office holds property for a set period. We point you to the right transit operator and the details to include when you call in.
Palm Springs City Hall
The city tracks lost & found inquiries and can point you to the right department depending on where you lost something. We help you connect with the right office at first contact.
Lost Pet? Priority support
If your dog, cat, or other pet is missing, time matters more. The Palm Springs Animal Shelter accepts lost pet reports and works with local rescue networks. PawBoost and local Facebook groups connect you with neighbors and search volunteers in minutes. File a priority lost pet report
Community channels & Craigslist
Facebook groups, Reddit's r/palmsprings, and Craigslist's lost & found section are where neighbors post what they've found. We share your report in the right groups and alert you when a post matches your description.
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The sooner you report, the sooner we search
The first hours and days matter. Once you file a report with us, we handle the routing and the ongoing search, so you can focus on retracing your steps and staying available if someone finds your item.
Report my lost item →Palm Springs spreads across the valley, from downtown shops and restaurants to the airport, hotels, and neighborhoods where things slip out of sight every day. Between the police lost & found, the airport's own system, transit operators, and posts scattered across Facebook groups and Craigslist, finding your lost item means making call after call and checking the same spots repeatedly.
ReportLost cuts through the noise. One report routes to all the right channels at once, and then your description keeps working in the background for months, automatically matching against new found items and community posts, so you can breathe easy knowing the search is running without you having to restart it every morning.
Common places to lose things in Palm Springs
And where your report will focus first
Downtown Palm Springs & Uptown Design District
Shops, restaurants, galleries, and offices along Palm Canyon Drive and surrounding blocks. Busy foot traffic, easy to set down a phone or wallet and move on.
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)
Terminal, security checkpoints, gates, baggage claim, rental car counters, and parking. Items left at PSP are handled by the airport's dedicated team.
South Palm Springs residential areas
Neighborhoods near Mesquite Ave and surrounding streets where locals live and where transit passes through.
Parks & Recreation areas
Tahquitz Canyon, Moores Park, and other public spaces where hikers and families gather. Items left outdoors can be harder to locate.
Hotels, resorts & hospitality venues
Common drop zones for keys, sunglasses, and wallets. Each property typically manages its own lost & found.
Community groups actively hunting
Your report reaches these channels so neighbors can help
Facebook group dedicated to reuniting lost and found pets with their owners in the area
Public Facebook group covering the wider valley region, including Palm Springs
Reddit community where locals post missing items and lost pet alerts
Regional classifieds where community members post what they've found and what they're looking for
Facebook group for neighboring Desert Hot Springs and surrounding areas
Questions about lost & found in Palm Springs
How long does the Palm Springs Police hold found items?
The police property room holds found items for safekeeping, but you should contact them as soon as you realize something is missing. Call the Property Room at (760) 323-8122 or email property@palmspringsca.gov with a description. Our report makes sure they have all your details from the start.
What if I lost something at the airport?
PSP Airport Lost & Found is the best first stop. They have an online portal at flypsp.com/lost-found/ where you can search and file a claim. You can also call (760) 318-3841. If your item was with your airline or a rental car company, they manage those separately, and we can help you identify the right contact.
Can I search for my lost item myself on Craigslist or Facebook?
Yes, you can manually check Craigslist and community Facebook groups, but it takes time and you'll need to check every day. When you file with ReportLost, our system automatically matches your description against new posts on these platforms for up to 12 months, so you don't have to.
What if I lost something on a bus?
Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) operates bus service in the area. Items left on buses go to their lost & found office. Call (951) 565-5000 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or fill out their online form. Our report gets the right contact info and details to you right away.
My pet is lost. Is ReportLost better than other pet search services?
For lost pets, we have a dedicated, faster path. We immediately alert the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, file with PawBoost and local rescue networks, and post in the right Facebook groups and community channels so neighbors see it within hours. <a href="/report-lost-pet">File a priority lost pet report</a> for the fastest possible response.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with law enforcement. We're a shortcut that saves you time by routing your report to the official channels (police, airport, transit, animal shelter) and community networks all at once. You're still filing with the real authorities, but you only enter your information once, and we handle the distribution and ongoing matching. The police and other agencies receive your report directly.
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Ready to search?
The sooner you report, the sooner every local channel is looking. File your report now, and let our system keep searching in the background while you go about your day.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Palm Springs Police Department, Palm Springs International Airport, Riverside Transit Agency, Palm Springs Animal Shelter, City of Palm Springs, or any other government or private agency mentioned. We route your report to these official channels and community networks as a courtesy to you, but we do not represent them and cannot guarantee response times or outcomes. Always contact local authorities directly for urgent matters.