TV channels & antenna towers in Seward, Alaska
Seward has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K07PG-D, 0.2 miles to the ESE.
Over-the-air TV in Seward
Seward, Alaska has a population of about 2,790. There are 16 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 1 Class A, 3 low-power and 12 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Seward, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 12 are more than 45 miles out.
No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KYES-TV in Anchorage, AK, 92 miles to the north. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTUU-TV in Anchorage, AK, 92 miles to the north. No ABC affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Seward.
Which way to point your antenna in Seward
The nearest towers around Seward are in different directions: K07PG-D 122° ESE (0.2 mi) and K17OX-D 24° NNE (4.3 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 Seward, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Seward
The farthest of the closest towers for Seward is K17OX-D, 4.3 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
K15AP-D, 26 miles north, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other TV stations near Seward
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K07PG-DTranslator | 0.2 mi | 122° ESE | Good | Seward, AK |
| K17OX-DTranslator | 4.3 mi | 24° NNE | Fair | Seward, AK |
| K15AP-DTranslator | 26 mi | 6° N | Weak | Moose Pass, AK |
| K08KO-DLow power | 28 mi | 339° NNW | Poor | Cooper Landing, AK |
| K05FW-DTranslator | 60 mi | 11° N | Poor | Girdwood, AK |
| K08KA-DTranslator | 60 mi | 11° N | Poor | Girdwood, AK |
| K12MM-DTranslator | 60 mi | 11° N | Poor | Girdwood Valley, AK |
| K03FW-DTranslator | 63 mi | 299° WNW | Poor | Kenai, Etc, AK |
| K12LA-DTranslator | 63 mi | 299° WNW | Poor | Kenai, Etc., AK |
| K10NC-DTranslator | 63 mi | 299° WNW | Poor | Kenai, Etc., AK |
| K09QH-DTranslator | 63 mi | 299° WNW | Poor | Kenai, AK |
| K23OE-DLow power | 65 mi | 281° WNW | Poor | Kasilof, AK |
| K31MD-DTranslator | 65 mi | 281° WNW | Poor | Kasilof, AK |
| K25PI-DTranslator | 65 mi | 281° WNW | Poor | Kasilof, AK |
| KCFT-CDClass A | 67 mi | 351° N | Poor | Anchorage, AK |
| KNIK-LDLow power | 67 mi | 351° N | Poor | Anchorage, AK |
How Seward compares with the rest of Alaska
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Seward ranks 34th of 69 places in Alaska: the same as the typical Alaska town (2).
30% of Alaska's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Seward: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 24° NNE, the direction of K17OX-D, 4.3 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 2 stations, 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 Seward?
16 transmitters within 70 miles of Seward; around 2 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Seward?
The nearest towers around Seward are in different directions: K07PG-D 122° ESE (0.2 mi) and K17OX-D 24° NNE (4.3 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Seward?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice. The towers are spread over about 99° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help. Picking up the more distant stations from up to 26 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Seward?
K15AP-D, 26 miles north, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Seward?
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 Seward; signal estimates ignore terrain.