Lost and Found in Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Report a lost item to the Gatlinburg Police Department, check with local businesses and attractions, or use ReportLost to publish your report and access optional search services. Start with a direct call to police or city services for the fastest response.
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 Gatlinburg 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 7, 2026.
How to report a lost item
Report directly to local services
Contact the Gatlinburg Police Department at (865) 436-5181 or City Hall at (865) 436-1400. If the item was lost at a specific location (hotel, restaurant, attraction), call that business directly. Police can file a report and advise you on next steps based on where the item was lost.
Publish a free public report
Create a free listing on ReportLost to make your item searchable online. Your report stays public and can be found by anyone checking for lost items in Gatlinburg. This takes a few minutes and costs nothing.
Add search and local outreach (optional)
Choose between automatic web search for 6 months ($12) or team-assisted search for 12 months ($25), which includes manual outreach to local services and businesses. Compare options to see which fits your needs.
Where to report and search
Contact these services directly, then consider adding a ReportLost listing
Gatlinburg Police Department
File a lost item report or ask about items turned in to police. Non-emergency line: (865) 436-5181. Address: 1230 East Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738. Email: GPD@GatlinburgTN.gov. Hours: City Hall 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday.
Gatlinburg City Hall
City services can direct you to the right department or provide information about local lost and found procedures. Phone: (865) 436-1400. Address: 1230 East Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738. Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday.
Sevier County Animal Care Center
If you have lost or found a pet, contact the animal shelter. Call or text (865) 313-5449, or call (865) 365-4416. Email: SACCintake@gmail.com. Open 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily (closed Sundays and Wednesdays). Text to schedule a reclaim appointment. File a lost pet report
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Publish your report for free
A free ReportLost listing makes your item searchable online and shareable. It takes about five minutes. No personal information is publicly displayed; you control contact through a private message system.
Create a report →Gatlinburg receives visitors year-round and has many hotels, restaurants, shops, and outdoor attractions where items are commonly lost or turned in. Start by contacting the police non-emergency line or the business where you believe you left your item, as local staff can often provide immediate help.
ReportLost offers a free public listing and optional paid search services to expand your reach beyond direct calls. Neither replaces your own contact with police or local businesses.
Common areas where items are lost
Check with businesses and attractions in these locations
Downtown and Parkway
Shopping, dining, and entertainment along the main tourist corridor where items are often turned in to local businesses.
Hotels and resorts
Large accommodations like Westgate Resorts and other lodging keep lost and found departments; call the front desk directly.
Outdoor attractions and parking areas
Popular trailheads, parks, and parking lots near Smoky Mountains; some have visitor centers or rangers on duty.
Community groups
Local Facebook groups and community pages where lost items are sometimes posted
Facebook group for lost and found pets in the area
r/Gatlinburg and r/GatlinburgTN for local advice and community posts
Frequently asked questions
How long does the police department keep lost and found items?
Retention periods vary. Contact Gatlinburg Police at (865) 436-5181 to ask about specific items and how long they are held before disposal.
Should I call the police for every lost item?
For items lost at a specific business or location, call that place first. Police handle reports for items lost in public areas or to assist with documentation. They can advise you based on where you lost your item.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that publishes lost item reports and offers optional search assistance. It is not affiliated with Gatlinburg Police, City Hall, or any government agency. Always contact local police and businesses directly; ReportLost complements but does not replace those steps.
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Ready to report your lost item?
Create a free public listing on ReportLost, or upgrade to automatic or team-assisted search to expand your reach over time. Every listing includes secure contact options so you stay in control.
Compare search options →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Gatlinburg Police Department, City of Gatlinburg, Sevier County Animal Care Center, or any other government or local entity mentioned on this page. Always contact local police, businesses, and services directly for the fastest assistance. ReportLost listings and search services supplement, but do not replace, direct contact with local authorities and establishments.