Lost something in Miramar Beach? Here is who to contact.
One report, routed to the Walton County Sheriff's Office, local transit services, and active community channels. Your report stays active, continuously searching for a match.
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
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works
You report your lost item
Fill out a quick form with details about what you lost, where, and when. Include a photo if you have one. We gather the exact information the right agencies need.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the Walton County Sheriff's Office, Miramar Police, local transit services, and community networks. You don't have to make multiple calls or fill out separate forms.
Your report keeps searching for you
While you go about your day, your report stays active and continues matching against new found items posted across local channels, transit systems, and community groups. You'll get an alert the moment a credible match appears.
Where to Report a Lost Item in Miramar Beach
Official channels and what ReportLost does for you
Walton County Sheriff's Office
The found property department is open Monday through Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM. Items are held in the evidence department. ReportLost connects you to the right department so your report gets logged correctly.
Miramar Police Department
If you lost an item in the city of Miramar itself (separate from Miramar Beach), the Police Department handles non-emergency reports Monday through Thursday, 7 AM to 6 PM. We identify which precinct covers your loss location and make sure your report lands in the right queue.
Public Transit
Lost something on a local bus? Miramar Transit Operations handles lost and found for items left on vehicles. Call during business hours and we can help you generate the exact details to report. If your item involves Miami-Dade transit, you can file a report there too.
Nearby Airports
Traveling through the region and lost luggage or a personal item at the airport? VPS (Panama City Beach), Miami International, or Daytona Beach airports each have dedicated lost and found offices with specific hours. We point you to the right terminal or counter.
VPS Lost & Found: (850) 651-7160, option 3|Miami International: North Terminal D, Level 4
Lost Pet
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet, contact the Walton County Animal Shelter or check local Facebook groups like 'Lost and Found Pets of Okaloosa and Walton County.' The faster you report, the better. For a streamlined lost pet process with continuous alerts, file a priority lost pet report.
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The sooner you report, the better
Every hour that passes means fewer eyes on the lookout. Getting your report filed now puts it in motion across all the right channels. Once it's submitted, your report automatically continues the search for you, day after day, for months to come.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Miramar Beach can feel frustrating, especially when you're juggling calls to the police department, checking with local shops, and scrolling through community Facebook groups every day to see if anyone has posted a found item. The Walton County Sheriff's Office, Miramar Police, and various transit services each maintain their own lost and found, but they don't automatically talk to each other, and you're left coordinating the search yourself.
ReportLost takes that burden off your shoulders. File one report with us, and we make sure it reaches the right authorities and community channels in Miramar Beach. Even better, your report stays active for your entire search period (12 months), continuously matching new found items and alerts so you don't have to check back daily. Once you've reported, the work continues without you.
Common Places Where Items Go Missing
Know where you lost it? Report it and let us handle the rest.
Miramar Beach & Coastal Areas
Wallets, phones, and jewelry frequently slip away on the sand or in beach bags. The Walton County Sheriff's Office patrols these areas and coordinates with lifeguard stations.
Shopping Plazas & Retail Corridors
From Miramar Parkway to Flamingo Road, popular shopping centers are hot spots for lost purses, keys, and bags left at register counters or in fitting rooms.
Transit Hubs & Bus Stops
Miramar Transit vehicles and transit shelters see daily lost and found activity. Items left on buses are logged by Transit Operations and held for retrieval.
Downtown Miramar & Civic Center
The area around City Hall and civic centers is busy during business hours. The Miramar Police Department handles reports for items lost in municipal buildings and public spaces.
Restaurants & Hospitality
Rings, glasses, and phones are often left behind at tables, bars, and lodging facilities. Businesses typically hold items for 30 days before disposal.
Community Networks
Where locals post and share found items
Active Facebook group where residents post lost and found items across the county
Dedicated Facebook community for reuniting missing pets with owners
Reddit's Miami community, where locals occasionally post lost item alerts
Neighborhood and community pages often share found items quickly
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will the Walton County Sheriff's Office hold a found item?
Found items are typically held for a period of time in the evidence department. Contact (850) 892-8186 to ask about specific items and hold periods. With ReportLost, your report stays active and we notify you if your item is logged as found during your entire search period.
What if I lost something at a private business in Miramar Beach?
Contact the business directly first. Most restaurants, shops, and hotels hold lost items for 30 to 90 days. ReportLost helps you document your loss and post it to community channels so locals can also help spread the word.
Can I report a loss that happened at the airport?
Yes. If you lost something at VPS (Panama City Beach), Miami International, or Daytona Beach airport, call their lost and found directly. VPS: (850) 651-7160, option 3. ReportLost can help you file and we'll route it to the right airport department and community alerts.
I lost my phone on a bus. What should I do?
Call Miramar Transit Operations at (954) 602-3194 (Monday–Friday, 7 AM–4:30 PM) or Miami-Dade transit at 786-469-5564 if you used their service. Provide the route number and date. File a report with ReportLost and we'll make sure it's logged across transit services and your report stays active in case it shows up later.
How fast will ReportLost notify me if someone finds my item?
We cross-check new found items against active reports automatically and send you an alert the moment a credible match appears. You don't have to refresh websites or call back daily, your report is working for you in the background.
Is ReportLost.org an official agency or part of the police department?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with law enforcement. We partner with and route reports to official agencies like the Walton County Sheriff's Office and Miramar Police. We don't replace filing with police, we make the process easier and ensure your report stays active and searchable for months.
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The longer you wait, the further your lost item travels. File your report now and let our team route it to the right people. Once it's in the system, you can relax, knowing your report is actively searching across all the channels that matter in Miramar Beach.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Walton County Sheriff's Office, Miramar Police Department, the City of Miramar, Miramar Transit Operations, or any airport or transit authority mentioned. We route reports to these official channels to help streamline the lost and found process, but we do not replace direct contact with these agencies. Filing a report with ReportLost does not guarantee recovery of your item.