Lost something in Mount Vista? Here is who to contact.
File your loss once, and we notify Clark County Animal Services, Mount Vista Police, local lost and found channels, and community groups across the area. Your report stays active, continuing to match against new found items.
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
Washington : the owner's claim window is 60 days, shorter than in most states, and a finder must report the find within 7 days. (RCW 63.21)
Across the United States
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- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We ask just enough to describe it clearly to the right people.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes directly to the authorities and services that can help, including the local precinct, city hall, transit agencies, and community channels. No back-and-forth on your end.
Your report keeps searching
For the full duration of your search period, your report stays active and continues to match against new found items posted by others, community alerts, and local channels. You'll receive an alert the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check every day.
Where to report locally
You can report directly to these services, though ReportLost handles the legwork for you.
Mount Vista Police
Washington State Police handles lost and found reports for the Mount Vista area. You can report online through their system or call your local police station. We route your report to the right precinct and prepare the details they need.
City of Vancouver (Mount Vista jurisdiction)
Mount Vista falls under Vancouver, WA's city services. City Hall can help direct your lost property report and connect you with local resources. We point you to the right department and guide your filing.
C-Tran (Local Bus Service)
If you lost something on a C-Tran bus in the Mount Vista area, call their lost and found directly or submit an online report. We generate all the details you'll need, including the exact route and stop information.
Lost Pets
If your pet is missing, time matters. Clark County Animal Services, local shelters, and community pet networks in the Mount Vista area can help search. We ensure your pet report reaches all the right channels and local pet groups immediately. File a priority lost pet report
Clark County Animal Services|Petco Love Lost (nationwide search)
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The sooner you report, the better your chances.
The first few hours and days are crucial. Once your report is filed with us, the waiting and legwork are over, the system is working for you, and you can focus on other leads while your report stays active in the background.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Mount Vista can mean contacting several different offices separately, the police, the transit agency, multiple online groups, and checking local marketplaces week after week. By the time you've found the right phone number or posted in every group, weeks may have passed. ReportLost consolidates all of this into a single, unified report that goes everywhere it needs to go and stays active while you get on with your day.
Our service takes the friction out of searching. Instead of making individual calls to Clark County Animal Services, the police department, C-Tran, or manually refreshing Facebook groups and Nextdoor every morning, you file one report with us. We ensure it reaches the right channels and maintains an active search for a match across all the places locals post found items, for as long as you need. The moment something matches your description, you're notified.
Common areas in Mount Vista
Losses happen in many neighborhoods and intersections across Mount Vista. No matter where you lost something, we route your report to the right local services.
Near WSU Vancouver Campus
The Washington State University campus is a major hub in Mount Vista. Items are frequently lost in and around campus buildings, parking areas, and nearby commercial spaces.
Northeast Mount Vista (29th Ave area)
Residential and shopping areas along 29th Avenue and nearby cross streets see regular foot traffic and are common loss locations.
157th Street Corridor
A main thoroughfare through Mount Vista with shops, services, and public spaces where wallets, phones, and bags are often left behind.
Salmon Creek and Surrounding Neighborhoods
Parks, trails, and residential areas in the broader Mount Vista vicinity where outdoor losses occur frequently.
Community channels
Mount Vista residents share lost and found posts across these platforms every day.
Facebook group for lost and found pets across Vancouver, Camas, Hockinson, and Mount Vista
Subreddit for Vancouver and surrounding areas, including Mount Vista, with active lost and found threads
Neighborhood social network where Mount Vista residents post found items and lost pet alerts
Multiple local lost and found groups covering the greater Vancouver and Mount Vista area
Frequently asked questions
How long does Clark County keep lost items?
Holding times vary by facility and type of item. Police departments typically hold items for 30 to 90 days. Contact Clark County Animal Services at 564.397.2488 or your local police station for specifics on your loss.
Where do I pick up a lost item once it's found?
If your item is found, you'll be directed to the appropriate location, which could be a police station, city hall, a transit agency office, or a local business. We'll include those details in your alert when a match is found.
Can I report a loss that happened on the bus?
Yes. C-Tran's lost and found can be reached at 360-695-0123. Tell them the route and approximate time you were on the bus. We handle contacting them and providing all necessary details for you.
What if I lost a pet in Mount Vista?
Call Clark County Animal Services immediately at 564.397.2488 or visit them in person. Check Petco Love Lost, local shelters, and community pet Facebook groups. We can file a priority lost pet report that reaches all these channels at once.
How does ReportLost.org keep my report active?
Once you file, your report stays in our system and continues to cross-reference new found items posted by others, community alerts, and local channels for your entire search period (12 months, depending on your choice). The moment a credible match appears, we notify you immediately.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that complements official channels, not replaces them. We are not part of law enforcement or city government. We route your report to the official services (police, city, animal control) and amplify it across community channels, then maintain an active search while you wait. For urgent situations, always contact local police or animal control directly.
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Ready to start your search?
The sooner you report, the sooner our system begins working for you. File your report now, and let us handle routing it to all the right places while your report stays active.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Mount Vista Police Department, City of Vancouver, Clark County, C-Tran, Clark County Animal Services, or any other government or transit agency mentioned. We direct your report to these official channels but do not represent them. Always contact local authorities directly for urgent situations.