Report a Lost Item in Highland Lakes, New Jersey
Contact Vernon Township Police directly, check with local community groups, or file a public report on ReportLost. For lost pets, animal control and local Facebook groups are your primary resources.
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
No report has been filed in Highland Lakes yet. Yours would be the first, and it gets a public page that anyone who finds your item can search.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 8, 2026.
How to Report a Lost Item
Contact local services first
Call Vernon Township Police at 973-764-6155 to report your item. For lost pets, contact Vernon Animal Control at 973-764-7751. These are your direct channels to official services.
Post online for free
Create a free public listing on ReportLost or post in local Facebook groups like Highland Lakes Community Voice, Highland Lakes Happenings, and Sussex County New Jersey Missing Pets. This reaches neighbors and community members.
Choose a search option (optional)
ReportLost offers two paid search plans: Automatic search ($12) monitors public web sources for 6 months, or Team-assisted search ($25) includes manual outreach, extended monitoring, and community group coordination.
Where to Report in Highland Lakes
Direct contacts and local resources
Vernon Township Police Department
Report lost items to the police department. They maintain a lost and found and can provide guidance based on where your item was lost.
Vernon Animal Control
For lost or found pets, contact Animal Control. They coordinate with local shelters and can help locate missing animals in the Highland Lakes area.
Community Groups
Post updates and alerts in Highland Lakes Community Voice, Highland Lakes Happenings, and Sussex County New Jersey Missing Pets. These active groups share lost and found posts widely. File a lost pet report for broader reach.
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Create a Free Report
Get your item listed immediately with a free public report on ReportLost. Your listing is searchable and shareable, with no obligation to use paid search services.
Create a report →Highland Lakes is an unincorporated community within Vernon Township. For lost items, start by contacting Vernon Township Police directly at 973-764-6155. For lost pets, Animal Control at 973-764-7751 is your first call.
ReportLost provides a free public listing service and optional paid search tools to complement direct reporting to local authorities and community outreach. This page explains your options and how to reach the right services.
Common Areas in Highland Lakes
Places to check or focus your search
Highland Lakes Clubhouse and Beach
Community gathering spot where items are frequently reported found.
Residential Streets and Roads
Canistear Road, Onteora Road, and Paddock Avenue are common areas where items and pets go missing.
Local Online Communities
Share your report and reach neighbors
Facebook group for community posts and alerts
General community updates and local information
Regional pet lost and found coordination
Dedicated volunteer group for lost pets statewide
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Vernon Police keep lost and found items?
Contact Vernon Township Police at 973-764-6155 to ask about their specific retention policy. Many departments hold items for 30 to 90 days before donation or disposal.
Should I contact Animal Control for a lost pet right away?
Yes. Call Vernon Animal Control at 973-764-7751 immediately. Also post in local Facebook groups and consider filing a lost pet report on ReportLost to amplify your search.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service offering free public listings and optional paid search tools. It does not replace contacting the police, Animal Control, or local community groups.
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Ready to Report Your Lost Item?
Start with a free public listing to reach local searchers immediately. You can upgrade to automatic or team-assisted search at any time, or handle your search independently.
Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with Vernon Township Police, Vernon Animal Control, or any government agency. We recommend filing reports directly with local authorities and checking community groups in addition to using our service.