Lost something in High Springs? Report it and we'll get it to the right places.
One report connects with the High Springs Police Department, local animal control, and active community channels. Your report stays active, so you don't have to keep searching.
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
Florida : the legal window is 90 days once the item is in law enforcement custody. Hotels, airports and theme parks set their own, often much shorter, retention policies. (Florida Statutes ch. 705)
Across the United States
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- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You file a report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the exact details needed to reach the right departments and community groups.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the High Springs Police Department, Alachua County Animal Resources (if it's a pet), local Facebook groups, and other channels that matter. You don't have to make each call.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and matches against new found item posts and community alerts. You get notified if a credible match appears, so you can move on with your day.
Where to report in High Springs
These are the key places to go. ReportLost handles the coordination so you don't have to.
High Springs Police Department
The police department maintains a lost and found and can file a report for items lost around town. We tell you which department handles your location and generate the information you'll need.
City Hall
High Springs City Hall can direct you to the right department for lost items and provide records of any items turned in. We point you to the exact office and timing to maximize your chances.
Alachua County Animal Resources
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet, animal control is your first stop. They maintain records and can match your pet description with animals brought in. For a faster, coordinated alert across all local channels, file a priority lost pet report.
Local Bus Services
If you lost something on a bus, contact the transit operator right away. Items left on Alachua County Public Schools buses or Hernando County TheBus go to their lost and found offices. We help you identify which service you used and how to follow up.
Gainesville Regional Airport
High Springs is close to Gainesville Regional Airport. If you lost an item at the airport or on a flight, contact their lost and found or the airline directly. We provide the contact details and what information to have ready.
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Start your report today
The sooner you file, the sooner your report is working for you. Once submitted, the hard part is done, and you can focus on other things while we keep your details active.
Report my lost item →High Springs is a tight-knit community, but losing a wallet, ring, phone, or beloved pet can feel overwhelming. The police department, animal services, local Facebook groups, and community channels all exist to help, but coordinating across them takes time and energy you might not have right after a loss.
ReportLost simplifies the scramble. File once, and we notify the High Springs Police Department, connect you with Alachua County Animal Resources, alert local groups, and keep your report active in our system. Instead of refreshing Facebook groups and calling multiple offices each week, your report continues to search for matches automatically. Most recoveries happen in the first few weeks, so starting today matters.
Common places where items go missing in High Springs
Losses happen everywhere, and we help no matter where you lost it.
Downtown High Springs
Shops, restaurants, and the central business district see steady foot traffic. Items slip out of bags and pockets around Railroad Avenue and Main Street.
High Springs State Park & Ichetucknee Springs
Visitors lose phones, wallets, and keys around the springs and along trail areas. Outdoor settings are common loss locations.
US Highway 27 & Local Routes
Roadside stops, gas stations, and transit areas around the main highway corridors are where travelers often leave items behind.
Community Events & Parks
Local gatherings, farmers markets, and parks draw crowds where wallets, rings, and glasses frequently go missing.
Community channels where lost items surface
High Springs residents help each other recover lost items through these active groups. We cross-reference your report with these channels.
Facebook group specializing in reuniting lost and found pets within the local area
Broader Alachua County Facebook group for pet recoveries and local alerts
Reddit community for High Springs discussions, including lost and found posts
Official city page where community members post lost item alerts
Neighborhood app where High Springs residents post about lost wallets, keys, and other items
Questions about reporting a loss in High Springs
How long does the High Springs Police Department keep lost items?
The police department maintains a lost and found, but storage periods vary. Contact them at (386) 454-1416 to ask about your specific item and how long they hold it. The sooner you report, the better your chances of recovery.
What if I lost a pet in High Springs?
Contact Alachua County Animal Resources at (352) 264-6870 immediately. They can tell you if your pet has been brought in. You can also check 24PetConnect.com online. For the fastest alert across all community channels, file a priority lost pet report with us.
I lost something on a bus. Where do I report it?
If it was on an Alachua County Public Schools bus, call (352) 955-7602. For Hernando County TheBus, call (352) 754-4444. Have your bus route and time ready when you call.
I lost an item at Gainesville Regional Airport. Who should I contact?
Contact the Gainesville Regional Airport lost and found through their website or call the airport directly. Have your flight information, the item description, and the date ready. For airline-specific items, contact the airline's baggage service.
How often should I check the police department's lost and found?
The police department won't call you unless your item is identified, so follow up within a week if your item is valuable or time-sensitive. ReportLost keeps your report active and alerts you if a match appears, so you don't have to check daily.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service?
ReportLost is an independent service that partners with official departments like the High Springs Police Department and Alachua County Animal Resources. We don't replace those agencies, but we make it faster and easier to reach them, and we keep your report active in our system for months after you file. Think of us as your search coordinator.
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Ready to report your loss?
Filing a report takes just a few minutes, and it opens doors across the High Springs police, animal services, and community channels. Your report stays active so you can breathe.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the High Springs Police Department, City of High Springs, Alachua County Animal Resources, or any other government agency or business mentioned on this page. We work to coordinate your report with these organizations on your behalf, but they remain the official channels for lost and found services. Always verify current contact information and hours before visiting in person.