Lost something in St. Cloud? We'll help you track it down.
One report, routed to the St. Cloud Police Department, Metro Bus Transit, St. Cloud Regional Airport, Tri-County Humane Society, and the city's active local networks. Then we monitor the web continuously for matches so you don't have to.
🔍Recently reported lost items in St. Cloud – updated this July 19, 2026
- 📍 Wallet with ID lost near Country Inn & Suites, St. Cloud East, MN, July 14.
- 📍 Foldable stroller lost near Quarry Park and Nature Reserve, July 17.
- 📍 Lunch box lost near Haven Airport, July 15.
How it works
You describe what was lost
Tell us where, when, and exactly what your item looks like. A photo speeds things up.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the police department's lost and found desk, Metro Bus Transit, the airport if needed, animal control, and local community channels that actually field these inquiries.
Automated monitoring finds matches for you
We scan Facebook groups, Nextdoor, Craigslist, and other public channels across St. Cloud and Stearns County for weeks, looking for posts that match your item's description, location, and timeline. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears.
Where to report and what to do
St. Cloud has several lost and found channels. Here's who to contact and what to expect.
St. Cloud Police Department
The police front desk logs lost and found reports and maintains a record. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We tell you exactly which desk to contact and help you structure your report so it gets recorded properly.
Metro Bus Transit
If your item was lost on a local bus, Metro Bus Transit's lost and found receives and holds items. Call to check if yours arrived, or submit a report through their system. We ensure your description reaches the right team.
St. Cloud Regional Airport
Lost something at the airport? Ask at the ticket counter or contact the airport's administrative office. Items are held and cataloged. We generate a detailed description and the right contact info so your claim gets filed correctly.
Lost or found pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other animal, Tri-County Humane Society and St. Cloud Animal Control are your first stops. Both receive found animals and help reunite them with owners. File a priority lost pet report to get immediate routing to shelters and rescue networks.
City Hall
St. Cloud City Hall can direct you to the right department for items lost in public spaces, parks, or at city facilities. We point you to the exact office that handles your type of loss.
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The sooner you report, the better your chances
Items found locally are often turned in within hours or days. Getting your report filed and into the monitoring system early means you catch matches faster. Once you've submitted, you can step back and let automated scans do the work.
Report my lost item →Losing something in St. Cloud means contacting the police front desk, checking Metro Bus Transit, possibly calling the airport, and then manually searching Facebook groups and Nextdoor day after day to spot a "found" post. That's a lot of back-and-forth, and items slip through the cracks when reports aren't coordinated.
ReportLost simplifies this. Submit once, and we handle routing to every relevant channel in the city. The real difference is our automated web monitoring, which searches continuously for matches across all public St. Cloud networks so you can focus on your day instead of refreshing search results. Once your report is filed, the system works for you.
St. Cloud neighborhoods and common places to lose things
Lost items in these areas are typically reported to police, businesses, or public transit.
Downtown St. Cloud
The main business and shopping district along St. Germain Street. Items lost at shops, banks, or in public spaces often get turned in to nearby staff or police.
St. Cloud State University Campus
A major hub where students and staff congregate. Found items on campus are often reported to Public Safety or taken to administrative offices.
Southside Residential Area
Neighborhoods around Southside Park and shopping centers. Lost items are sometimes reported to nearby businesses or animal control if pets are involved.
Metro Bus Transit Centers
The Transit Center and bus stops throughout the city see regular lost and found activity, especially phones and bags left on vehicles.
St. Cloud Regional Airport
Smaller regional hub where travel-related items, IDs, and bags are frequently turned in to airport administration.
Community networks where items get posted
St. Cloud residents actively share lost and found posts on these platforms. Our monitoring scans them all continuously.
Facebook community group for reuniting lost and found animals
Broader regional Facebook group covering Stearns County
Community postings for lost and found general items
Neighborhood app where locals post about lost items and pets
Official channel where transit customers report and check on lost bus items
Common questions about losing and finding items in St. Cloud
How long does the police department hold lost items?
The St. Cloud Police Department keeps items for a standard hold period, typically 30 to 90 days depending on the item type. Check with the front desk at 320-345-4444 to confirm your specific item's hold timeline.
What if I lost something on a Metro Bus?
Call Metro Bus Transit at 320-252-1010 or 320-251-7433 to report and check on your item. Found items are brought to the Transit Center. We include this channel in your automated monitoring so you don't miss a match.
How do I report a found pet to Tri-County Humane Society?
Call 320-252-0896 during shelter hours (Monday through Friday, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.), or email pets@tricountyhumanesociety.org. If you've lost a pet, contact them immediately and also call St. Cloud Animal Control at 320-257-0103.
Can I check the airport's lost and found online?
St. Cloud Regional Airport doesn't have an online lost and found database. Call the airport's administrative office at 320-255-7292 or ask at the ticket counter in person. Describe your item in detail.
What information should I include in my report?
Include the date and time lost, exact location (address or street), detailed description of the item (color, brand, condition, distinguishing marks), and a photo if you have one. This precision helps when items are logged and when we search for matches across the web.
Is ReportLost.org an official city service?
No, ReportLost is an independent service. We're not affiliated with the St. Cloud Police Department, city government, or any transit authority. What we do is supplement official channels by routing your report to all the right local contacts and then monitoring the entire public web for potential matches continuously over months so you don't have to check every day.
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Ready to get your item back?
File your report now and let our system monitor St. Cloud's lost and found networks, social channels, and marketplaces on your behalf. Once submitted, you'll receive alerts if a match is found.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the St. Cloud Police Department, the City of St. Cloud, Tri-County Humane Society, Metro Bus Transit, St. Cloud Regional Airport, St. Cloud State University, or any other government or private entity mentioned. We supplement official lost and found channels by coordinating reports and monitoring public web sources. For emergencies, call 911. For non-emergency police assistance, contact the St. Cloud Police Department at 320-251-1200.