TV channels & antenna towers in Petersburg, Alaska
Petersburg has 2 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K15AF-D, 0.2 miles to the N.
Over-the-air TV in Petersburg
With roughly 2,950 residents, Petersburg is a town in Alaska. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 2 licensed TV transmitters. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 0 farther out.
No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KUBD in Ketchikan, AK, 112 miles to the southeast. No ABC, CBS or Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Petersburg.
Which way to point your antenna in Petersburg
The nearest towers around Petersburg are in different directions: K15AF-D 9° N (0.2 mi) and K09QP-D 287° WNW (39 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Petersburg, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Petersburg
The farthest of the closest towers for Petersburg is K09QP-D, 39 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
K15AF-D is only 0.2 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other TV stations near Petersburg
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K15AF-DLow power | 0.2 mi | 9° N | Strong | Petersburg, AK |
| K09QP-DLow power | 39 mi | 287° WNW | Poor | Kake, AK |
How Petersburg compares with the rest of Alaska
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Petersburg ranks 39th of 69 places in Alaska: fewer than the typical Alaska town (2).
42% of Alaska's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Petersburg: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 287° WNW, the direction of K09QP-D, 39 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
- Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
- Expect around 1 station, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
- Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.
Frequently asked questions
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Petersburg?
2 transmitters within 70 miles of Petersburg; around 1 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.
Which direction should I point my TV antenna in Petersburg?
The nearest towers around Petersburg are in different directions: K15AF-D 9° N (0.2 mi) and K09QP-D 287° WNW (39 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Petersburg?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 81° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Petersburg?
K15AF-D is only 0.2 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Petersburg?
Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.
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More: all TV stations in Alaska · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Petersburg; signal estimates ignore terrain.