Lost something in Missoula? Here is who holds found property.
One report and we route it to the Missoula Police Department, the Missoula Montana Airport, Mountain Line Transit, and active local social channels. Plus, we monitor the web continuously 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.
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Recent activity
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 Missoula
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. Include any details that help identify your item, like color, brand, or distinctive marks.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes automatically to the Missoula Police Department's lost property desk, the Airport administration office, Mountain Line bus service, and relevant local groups on Facebook and Reddit.
Automated monitoring finds matches for you
We scan Facebook groups, Nextdoor, Craigslist, local marketplaces, and community posts repeatedly over months. The instant a matching "found" post surfaces, you get an alert with the details and contact info, so you never miss a lead.
Where to report a lost item in Missoula
The official channels, explained. We coordinate with all of these so you don't have to.
Missoula Police Department
The Police Department maintains a lost property log and holds items found within city limits. Call their 24-hour desk to file a report or check if your item has been turned in. We generate the exact information you need to include and tell you which precinct covers your loss location.
Missoula Montana Airport Lost & Found
If you lost something at the airport, the Administration Office maintains a lost and found. Items are held during office hours Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We alert the airport on your behalf and track their holdings.
Mountain Line Transit Lost & Found
Lost something on a bus? Mountain Line keeps items for 30 days. Call their office during business hours or stop by their location on West Pine Street. We contact Mountain Line directly so you get prompt, accurate information about your item.
Missoula Animal Control (lost pets)
If you've lost a pet, the Missoula Animal Control and Humane Society of Western Montana are your first stops. They maintain found pet listings and coordinate with local rescues. For faster reach to the community, file a priority lost pet report with us.
Animal Control (406) 541-7387|Humane Society of Western Montana (406) 549-3934
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Ready to report your loss?
The sooner you file, the sooner our monitoring starts scanning local channels and marketplaces. You've already taken the hardest step by deciding to report your loss. Let us handle the rest.
Report my lost item →Missoula is a vibrant college town and outdoor hub, with traffic flowing through downtown, families at local parks, and travelers passing through the airport and bus station. Losing something here means checking multiple separate channels, contacting several different agencies, and hoping you find it before someone else claims it or it ends up in a landfill.
ReportLost simplifies that burden. File one report, and we handle the routing to police, transit, the airport, and local social networks. More importantly, we don't stop there. Our team monitors the entire web, every day, looking for posts that match your lost item across Facebook groups like "Missoula's lost, found, and stolen," Reddit's r/missoula, Craigslist, and beyond. That means while you go about your life, we're actively searching for your item and alerting you the moment we spot something credible.
Common places people lose things in Missoula
From the University District to downtown shops, transit hubs, and outdoor recreation zones.
Downtown Missoula
The heart of the city around Main Street and surrounding blocks, full of shops, restaurants, galleries, and foot traffic.
University of Montana Campus
A large, sprawling campus where students and visitors frequently lose items in classrooms, libraries, residence halls, and common areas.
Missoula Montana Airport
Travelers moving through the terminal, security, gates, and baggage claim often leave behind personal items and luggage.
Mountain Line Bus Stops & Buses
Public transit hubs and buses throughout the city where commuters frequently misplace phones, bags, and personal belongings.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Popular outdoor spaces like Caras Park, the Missoula Valley, and hiking trailheads where people lose items during recreation.
Missoula's active lost and found community
Hundreds of locals check these channels every day. We post your loss here automatically.
Facebook group dedicated to lost and found items across the community, with thousands of members checking daily.
Facebook group focused on lost and found pets in the Missoula area, with over 10,000 members.
Reddit community where locals post and discuss lost items, found pets, and community issues.
Neighborhood app where residents share lost and found alerts with neighbors in their immediate area.
Questions about losing and finding items in Missoula
How long does the Missoula Police Department hold lost items?
The Missoula Police Department holds lost property for a set period before disposal or donation. Items found and turned in are logged immediately. Call (406) 552-6300 to check on your specific item and confirm the current hold period.
What's the timeline for Mountain Line to hold a lost item?
Mountain Line typically holds lost items for 30 days. If you lost something on a bus, contact them right away at (406) 721-3333 to file a claim before that window closes.
Does the Missoula Airport charge to retrieve a lost item?
Missoula Montana Airport does not charge to retrieve your lost item from their administration office. Call (406) 728-4381 during office hours (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) to confirm they have it before making the trip.
How do I check if my lost pet has been found?
Contact the Missoula Animal Control at (406) 541-7387 or the Humane Society of Western Montana at (406) 549-3934 immediately. Both maintain lists of found pets and can alert you if yours comes in. Also check the Missoula Lost Pets Facebook group (10,000+ members actively posting).
Can I search Craigslist and Facebook groups myself instead of using ReportLost?
You can, but it's exhausting. You'd need to check the "Missoula's lost, found, and stolen" Facebook group, Missoula Lost Pets group, r/missoula, Nextdoor, and Craigslist daily for weeks or months. ReportLost does that scanning for you automatically, cross-referencing descriptions, dates, and locations to catch real matches while you focus on other things.
Is ReportLost.org official or a replacement for the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not run by the Missoula Police Department or City of Missoula. We are a complementary tool that routes your report to the official channels (police, airport, transit, city agencies) and fills the gap they can't address: continuous, automated monitoring of the entire web for 12 months. You still file with the police and other agencies; we simply amplify your search and alert you to matches.
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Take the first step now
File your report today. Once it's submitted, our team immediately routes it to the Missoula Police Department, the airport, Mountain Line, and local social channels. Then we begin continuous monitoring of the web to find your item. You can rest assured someone is actively searching on your behalf.
Start my report →ReportLost is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Missoula Police Department, City of Missoula, Missoula Montana Airport, Mountain Line Transit, Missoula Animal Control, the Humane Society of Western Montana, or any other government or private entity listed on this page. We coordinate with these organizations on your behalf but are not operated by them. Our role is to centralize your report, route it to the appropriate agencies, and conduct automated web monitoring to help report your loss.