Lost something in Hood River? Report it and keep searching.
One report gets routed to the Hood River Police Department, the Hood River County Sheriff's Office, local transit and marina lost & found offices, and active community channels. Your report stays active.
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
Across the United States
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- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report what you lost
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We capture all the details needed to alert the right offices.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to Hood River Police, the Sheriff's Office, Columbia Area Transit, the Port of Hood River, and key community channels all at once.
Your report keeps searching
While you go about your day, your report stays active and continues to search for a match across local channels and found item reports for 12 months. We alert you the moment a credible lead appears.
Where items turn up in Hood River
Know your options, but let us handle the routing
Hood River Police Department
The Police Department holds lost items brought in by the public and investigates reports in the city limits. We tell you which precinct covers your loss location and file the report for you.
Hood River County Sheriff's Office
The Sheriff's Office handles lost items reported in unincorporated Hood River County areas and at rural locations. We make sure your report reaches the right jurisdiction.
Columbia Area Transit Lost & Found
Lost something on the bus? CAT holds items for 30 days at their office on Wasco Loop. We generate the exact description to include when you retrieve it.
Port of Hood River Lost & Found
Lost an item at the marina or boat facilities? The Port keeps a dedicated lost & found. We point you to the right desk and provide all the info they'll need.
City Hall & Public Spaces
Items left in public buildings, parks, or community centers often end up at City Hall. We know how to coordinate with the right department to log your lost item.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet in Hood River, time matters. Hood River County Animal Control and the local shelter work to reunite lost animals with their families. File a priority lost pet report
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Report your loss now, not later
The sooner your loss is in the system, the sooner lost & found offices, transit workers, and community members can start matching it to items they recover. Starting your report today means wider coverage and an earlier start on the 6 to 12 month active search window.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Hood River means navigating separate lost & found offices, police systems, and community groups all on your own. Between the Police Department, the Sheriff's Office, Columbia Area Transit, the Port marina, and scattered Facebook posts, figuring out where to report and then checking each place repeatedly is exhausting.
ReportLost takes that burden off your shoulders. File one report and we notify all the right channels instantly, generate the exact details each office needs, and keep your report actively searching for a match the entire time. You don't have to refresh websites or monitor groups every day; your report does that work for you, keeping an eye out for your lost wallet, ring, phone, or other items across all local systems and social channels.
Common places where items are lost
Our service covers all of Hood River and Hood River County
Downtown Hood River & Waterfront
The busy downtown core along Oak Street and the scenic waterfront district see frequent foot traffic; items left at shops, restaurants, and scenic overlooks turn up at local businesses and City Hall.
Columbia Area Transit Routes
Items left on CAT buses or at the Wasco Loop transit center are held at the CAT office, with a 30-day retrieval window.
Port Marina & Waterfront Recreation
The Port of Hood River marina and boat launch areas have their own lost & found; items recovered there are cataloged separately.
Retail & Shopping Districts
Lost items in shops, parking lots, and downtown businesses are sometimes held by store management or brought to the Police Department.
Parks & Outdoor Recreation
Items lost at local parks and trailheads may be reported to the Sheriff's Office or City Hall depending on location.
Community channels where lost items surface
We post to these networks; you can monitor them too
Facebook group for local lost and found posts
Regional Facebook group for lost and found animals
Hood River subreddit where residents share local information
Official city page with public announcements
Questions about reporting a loss in Hood River
How long does the Police Department hold lost items?
The Hood River Police Department holds items for a period of time before they may be transferred or disposed of. Call their Community Service Officer at 541-387-2761 during business hours to check on a specific item or ask about current hold periods.
If I lost something on CAT transit, where do I look first?
Columbia Area Transit holds found items for 30 days from the date they're turned in. Visit the CAT office at 224 Wasco Loop in Hood River during business hours (Monday-Friday, 9 am to 5 pm) or call 541-386-4202 to describe what you lost.
My loss might have happened at the Port marina. What should I do?
Call the Port of Hood River Lost & Found at 541-436-5256 between Monday and Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Have a clear description ready, and they'll check their records.
How do I know if my loss falls under Police or Sheriff jurisdiction?
The Police Department handles reports within city limits; the Sheriff's Office covers unincorporated county areas and rural locations. We route your report to the right office automatically, so you don't have to figure it out.
Can I post about my lost item on community Facebook groups myself?
Yes, you can post directly to Hood River Lost and Found or Columbia Gorge PETS Lost and Found on Facebook. ReportLost also posts your report to these channels as part of the service, so your loss reaches more eyes.
Is ReportLost.org official or replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with the Hood River Police Department, Sheriff's Office, or any city agency. We're not a replacement for filing a report with police; we work alongside official channels. When you use ReportLost, we file your loss with the right authorities and community outlets for you, saving you time and ensuring broader coverage. You maintain your own contact with officials if needed.
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Get your report active today
The longer your item sits unreported, the harder it becomes to reunite it with you. Once you submit your report through ReportLost, our team routes it to all the right Hood River and Hood River County channels, and your report stays active for your entire search period. You can take a breath and let the system work for you.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the City of Hood River, Hood River County Sheriff's Office, Hood River Police Department, Columbia Area Transit, Port of Hood River, or any other local government or private agency mentioned. We work to route your report to these offices and channels on your behalf, but we do not replace direct contact with them. All contact information, phone numbers, and hours are based on publicly available sources and subject to change; always verify current details before visiting or calling.