Lost something in Vernal? Report it and let us find it for you.
One report, sent directly to the Vernal Police Department, Uintah Animal Control & Shelter, and local community channels. Your report stays active across all these sources, searching for a match throughout your entire search period.
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 Vernal
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We handle all the details so you don't have to figure out which office takes what.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes straight to the Vernal Police Department, Uintah Animal Control & Shelter if applicable, and active community lost and found groups. No more calling around wondering who to contact.
Your report keeps searching for you
While you move on with your day, your report continues matching against incoming found items, local posts, and community reports for 12 months. You'll get an alert the moment we find a potential match.
Where to report in Vernal
ReportLost sends your report to all the right places. Here's who holds lost items in town:
Vernal Police Department
The police non-emergency line holds reports and found items at their main office. Call to ask if someone has turned in your item, or file a formal lost property report. We tell you which office to contact and generate the key details they'll need.
Vernal City Hall
City Hall handles certain administrative lost and found matters and can direct you to the right department for your specific item. We point you to the exact desk and contact info so you don't have to guess.
Lost Pet
If you've lost a cat or dog, Uintah Animal Control & Shelter holds strays for 72 hours and can help you search local networks. But time matters with pets, so filing a priority lost pet report gets your animal's details to the shelter, vets, and community groups immediately. file a priority lost pet report
Vernal Regional Airport
If you lost your purse, passport, or other item at the airport, contact the airport directly. Small regional airports often reunite travelers with belongings quickly if you report right away.
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Getting your report in sooner makes a real difference.
The faster you report your lost item, the sooner it starts matching against found reports and community posts. Once your report is filed, we take it from here, keeping an eye out for you across all channels.
Report my lost item →Losing a wallet, ring, or phone in Vernal means reaching out to multiple places: the police non-emergency line, the animal shelter if it's a pet, Facebook groups, and local neighbors. Each channel operates separately, and nobody's watching everything at once. You end up making calls, waiting for callbacks, and checking groups yourself every few days to see if someone posted a photo of your bracelet.
ReportLost simplifies all that. File one report, and we notify the Vernal Police Department, Uintah Animal Control & Shelter, and key community channels on your behalf. Better yet, your report doesn't stop working after you submit it. It stays active, automatically searching for matches against new found posts and reports across all those channels, for as long as you need it. No more daily checking. No more wondering if you missed something.
Common places people lose items in Vernal
Lost something in one of these areas? We'll make sure it reaches the right place.
Downtown Vernal
Main Street and the commercial core see a lot of foot traffic. Wallets, phones, and keys slip out of pockets and bags around the shops and restaurants regularly.
Dinosaur National Monument areas
Hikers and outdoor visitors moving between trailheads and visitor areas sometimes misplace gear, backpacks, and phones. Local rangers and park offices often hold items.
Vernal Regional Airport
TSA checkpoints, baggage claim, and waiting areas are hot spots for left-behind purses, phones, and travel documents.
Recreation and park areas
Around local sports fields, parks, and community spaces, people often leave jackets, glasses, and personal items behind.
Community groups keeping an eye out
Active Facebook groups and local networks where found items get posted:
Facebook group for lost and found pets in Vernal
Broader regional lost pet network on Facebook
General lost and found posts for the area
Official police Facebook page with community alerts
City announcements and community posts
Questions about losing and finding items in Vernal
How long does Uintah Animal Control & Shelter hold a stray pet?
The shelter holds unclaimed strays for 72 hours before impoundment. If you've lost a pet, contact them immediately at 435-781-7297 to check if they have your animal and to file a found pet alert so they keep an eye out.
Can I call the Vernal Police non-emergency line to ask if my lost item has been turned in?
Yes. Call their non-emergency dispatch at 435-789-4222 or the main line at 435-789-5835 during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). They maintain a lost and found log and can check if anyone has reported your item.
What should I bring or say when I call to claim a found item at the police department?
Have a clear description of your item ready, including color, brand, distinguishing marks, and exactly where you lost it. If it's something with identification like a wallet or phone, be prepared to provide proof of ownership. The police will verify and return it to you.
Are there Facebook groups where people post found items in Vernal?
Yes. Groups like 'Uintah Basin LOST and FOUND' and 'Vernal's lost pets ONLY' are active in the community. Your report goes to these channels automatically when you use ReportLost, but you can also check them yourself.
What if I lost something at Vernal Regional Airport?
Call the airport directly at 435-789-3400 as soon as you realize it's missing. Airport lost and found items are usually held for a limited time, so urgency helps. Provide a detailed description and your contact information.
Is ReportLost.org an official service, or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost.org is an independent service that makes reporting faster and easier by routing your report to the official channels on your behalf. We contact the Vernal Police Department and Uintah Animal Control & Shelter for you, and we keep your report active across community channels. We don't replace these agencies, we work with them. You're welcome to call the police directly if you prefer, but our service saves you time and keeps searching for you automatically.
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The sooner you file your report, the sooner it reaches the right places and begins matching against found items. Every day counts, and once your report is in, we handle the rest.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Vernal Police Department, Uintah Animal Control & Shelter, Vernal Regional Airport, Vernal City, or any other government or private agency listed. We contact these organizations on your behalf to file your report, but we are not part of their official lost and found systems. Always verify current contact information and hours directly with these agencies.