Lost something in Taos? Report it and we'll search for you.
One report sent to the Taos Police Department, local animal shelters, and community channels. Your report stays active, keeping watch across the town's lost and found networks 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.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works in Taos
You tell us what you lost
Describe your missing item, where you lost it in Taos, and when. Include any details that make it yours. We handle the paperwork so you don't have to figure out which form goes where.
We route it to the right hands
Your report goes to the Taos Police Department, Stray Hearts Animal Shelter (if it's a pet), local transit services, and the town's most active lost and found channels. Each organization gets the exact information they need.
Your report keeps searching
For your entire search period, your report stays active and continues to match against new found items posted across Taos. You get an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you can stop wondering and start recovering.
Where to Report a Lost Item in Taos
Every channel that helps, all in one place
Taos Police Department
The main place to file a lost property report in Taos. You can visit in person or call to describe what you've lost. We tell you which number to call and what details to have ready.
Town of Taos Administrative Offices
City Hall can direct you to lost item procedures and connect you with the right department. We point you to the right desk so your report gets filed without delay.
Taos Blue Bus (Transit Lost & Found)
If you left something on a local bus, the North Central Regional Transit District keeps found items for 30 days. We generate the exact info they need to check for your item.
North Central Regional Transit District|Toll-free: 866-206-0754
Taos Regional Airport
Traveling through or departing Taos? Taos Regional Airport is open 24 hours and maintains lost and found services for travelers. Contact them directly for items left in terminals or on aircraft.
Lost Pet? Contact Stray Hearts
Stray Hearts Animal Shelter in Taos reunites lost pets with their families and maintains a lost and found for animals found around town. We connect your report to their network so rescuers know what to look for. If you've lost a cat or dog, file a priority lost pet report for faster coverage.
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Report Your Loss Right Away
The sooner you file, the sooner local services and the community start looking. ReportLost takes the work out of notifying everyone. One report, multiple channels, continuous search.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Taos means checking the police lost and found, calling the animal shelter, watching Facebook groups, and hoping someone posts on Reddit or Nextdoor. By then, a day or two has passed, and momentum matters. ReportLost brings all those channels together into one report, filed once and working for you continuously.
Instead of calling around town or refreshing social media every morning, you submit your loss once. We notify the Taos Police Department, connect with Stray Hearts Animal Shelter, alert transit services, and post to community networks. Your report doesn't stop searching after a week or a month, it stays active for 12 months, cross-checking new found items and alerts so you can focus on your day while we focus on your recovery.
Common Places to Lose Things in Taos
These neighborhoods and gathering spots see the most lost and found activity
Downtown Plaza
The historic heart of Taos where locals and visitors gather, shop, and dine. Lost wallets, phones, and personal items turn up here frequently.
Taos Plaza District
Galleries, shops, and restaurants around the central plaza. A busy area where items are left behind in stores, cafes, and public spaces.
Arroyo Seco
A scenic community area north of town with trails and gathering spots. Items can go missing during outdoor activities and community events.
Kit Carson Park
A popular gathering place for families and events. Lost keys, jewelry, and personal belongings are common in parks and outdoor venues.
Taos Community Channels
Locals helping locals find lost items
Facebook group for posting and tracking lost items across the town
Dedicated Facebook community for reuniting lost pets with their owners
Reddit community where locals post about missing items and pets
Neighborhood-based alerts and lost item posts from Taos residents
Questions About Lost Items in Taos
How long does the Taos Police Department keep lost items?
The Taos Police Department holds found property following state law guidelines. Check with them directly at 575-758-3361 to inquire about holding periods and claim procedures for your specific item.
If I lose something on the Taos Blue Bus, how do I claim it?
Items found on buses are held for 30 days. Contact the North Central Regional Transit District at 866-206-0754 to report and check for your lost item. Have details ready about what you lost and which route.
What if I lost my pet in Taos?
Contact Stray Hearts Animal Shelter immediately at 575-758-2981, and check their lost and found section. Post to the Missing & Found Animals of Taos Network on Facebook and reach out to local animal rescue groups. ReportLost offers a dedicated lost pet report that accelerates community outreach.
Is there a lost and found at Taos Regional Airport?
Yes. Taos Regional Airport is open 24 hours and maintains lost and found services. Call 575-737-9790 during day hours or 575-613-3705 after hours, or email CustomerService@TAOSAviation.com with details of your lost item.
How long does ReportLost keep my report active?
Your report stays active for either 12 months, depending on the coverage you choose. During that entire period, your report cross-checks new found items posted across Taos police records, Stray Hearts, transit services, Facebook, Nextdoor, and Reddit. You receive an alert the moment a credible match appears.
Is ReportLost.org official or affiliated with the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with the Taos Police Department, City of Taos, or any government agency. We are a third-party platform designed to streamline the lost and found process by routing your report to the official channels that can help, so you don't have to make multiple calls and visits. The police, shelters, and transit services we notify remain your official channels; we simply make notifying them faster and more complete.
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Start Your Search in Taos
Don't let confusion about who to call slow you down. File one report with ReportLost, and we'll notify the Taos Police Department, Stray Hearts, transit services, and the community. Your report gets to work immediately and keeps searching for you every single day.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Taos Police Department, Town of Taos, Stray Hearts Animal Shelter, North Central Regional Transit District, Taos Regional Airport, or any other municipal or commercial entity. We route your report to official channels but do not replace them. For emergencies, call 911. For official lost property inquiries, contact the agencies directly using the information provided.