TV channels & antenna towers in Cave Creek, Arizona
Cave Creek has 55 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 14 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KDPH-LD, 35 miles to the S.
Network channels in Cave Creek
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONKPPX-TVION | 51 | 35 mi | 190° S | Good | Tolleson, AZ |
| ABCKNXV-TVABC | 15 | 35 mi | 190° S | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| TLMKTAZTelemundo | 39 | 35 mi | 190° S | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| FOXKSAZ-TVFox | 10 | 35 mi | 191° S | Fair | Phoenix, AZ |
| TBNKPAZ-TVTrinity | 21 | 35 mi | 191° S | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| CBSKPHO-TVCBS | 5 | 35 mi | 191° S | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| CWKAZT-CDCW | 7 | 35 mi | 191° S | Fair | Phoenix, AZ |
| UNIKTVW-DTUnivision | 33 | 35 mi | 191° S | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| NBCKPNXNBC | 12 | 35 mi | 191° S | Good | Mesa, AZ |
| PBSKAETPBS | 8 | 35 mi | 191° S | Fair | Phoenix, AZ |
| CWKAZT-TVCW | 7 | 60 mi | 351° N | Weak | Prescott, AZ |
Over-the-air TV in Cave Creek
Cave Creek, Arizona has a population of about 5,340. Our map shows 55 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 12 full-power, 3 Class A, 21 low-power and 19 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 14 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 32 between 25 and 45 miles, and 23 farther out. Eight of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Phoenix, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Phoenix's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 15 (KNXV-TV), CBS on channel 5 (KPHO-TV), NBC on channel 12 (KPNX), Fox on channel 10 (KSAZ-TV), PBS on channel 8 (KAET), CW on channel 7 (KAZT-CD), ION on channel 51 (KPPX-TV), Telemundo on channel 39 (KTAZ), Univision on channel 33 (KTVW-DT) and Trinity on channel 21 (KPAZ-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good signal). 2 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Cave Creek
Point your antenna S, at about 191°. The main network towers for Cave Creek sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Ten network stations, KPPX-TV, KNXV-TV, KTAZ, KSAZ-TV and KPAZ-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 35 miles south of Cave Creek (190° S). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Cave Creek at fair strength or better, all arrive from the south, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Cave Creek, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Cave Creek
The farthest main network tower for Cave Creek is KAET (PBS), 35 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 stations near Cave Creek
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 44; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KDPH-LDLow power | 35 mi | 191° S | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| KUTPFull power | 35 mi | 191° S | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| KTVKFull power | 35 mi | 191° S | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| KPHE-LDLow power | 35 mi | 191° S | Weak | Phoenix, AZ |
| K14RK-DLow power | 35 mi | 191° S | Weak | Phoenix, AZ |
| KPDF-CDClass A | 35 mi | 191° S | Fair | Phoenix, AZ |
| KFPH-CDClass A | 35 mi | 191° S | Fair | Phoenix, AZ |
| KGRX-LDLow power | 35 mi | 191° S | Weak | Gila River Indian Co, AZ |
| KGRY-LDLow power | 35 mi | 191° S | Weak | Gila River Indian Co, AZ |
| K12XP-DLow power | 35 mi | 191° S | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| KVPA-LDLow power | 35 mi | 191° S | Weak | Phoenix, AZ |
| KFPB-LDLow power | 35 mi | 191° S | Weak | Phoenix, AZ |
| K30MM-DLow power | 35 mi | 191° S | Weak | Phoenix, AZ |
| KTVP-LDLow power | 35 mi | 191° S | Weak | Phoenix, AZ |
| KEJR-LDTranslator | 35 mi | 191° S | Weak | Phoenix, AZ |
| KGRF-LDLow power | 35 mi | 207° SSW | Weak | Gila River Indian Co, AZ |
| K25MK-DTranslator | 44 mi | 6° N | Poor | Camp Verde, AZ |
| K30OI-DTranslator | 44 mi | 6° N | Poor | Camp Verde, AZ |
| K32ME-DTranslator | 44 mi | 6° N | Poor | Camp Verde, Etc., AZ |
| K21GE-DLow power | 44 mi | 6° N | Poor | Camp Verde, AZ |
| K23FZ-DTranslator | 44 mi | 6° N | Poor | Camp Verde, AZ |
| K19FD-DLow power | 44 mi | 6° N | Poor | Camp Verde, AZ |
| K34PG-DLow power | 54 mi | 54° NE | Poor | Payson, AZ |
| KPSN-LDLow power | 54 mi | 54° NE | Poor | Payson, AZ |
| K06QW-DLow power | 56 mi | 197° SSW | Poor | Sentinel, AZ |
How Cave Creek compares with the rest of Arizona
With 14 stations at fair strength or better, Cave Creek ranks 78th of 215 places in Arizona: more than the typical Arizona town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 35 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
32% of Arizona's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Anthem, 11 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Cave Creek: 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 191° S, the direction of KAET (PBS), 35 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 14 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
What channel is ABC in Cave Creek, AZ?
ABC is on channel 15 from KNXV-TV, broadcasting from 35 miles S of Cave Creek. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Cave Creek, AZ?
CBS is on channel 5 from KPHO-TV, broadcasting from 35 miles S of Cave Creek. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Cave Creek, AZ?
NBC is on channel 12 from KPNX, broadcasting from 35 miles S of Cave Creek. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Cave Creek, AZ?
Fox is on channel 10 from KSAZ-TV, broadcasting from 35 miles S of Cave Creek. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is PBS in Cave Creek, AZ?
PBS is on channel 8 from KAET, broadcasting from 35 miles S of Cave Creek. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Cave Creek?
55 transmitters within 70 miles of Cave Creek; around 14 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 Cave Creek?
Point your antenna S, at about 191°. The main network towers for Cave Creek sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Cave Creek?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Cave Creek?
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.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Cave Creek?
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.
TV channels in nearby Arizona cities
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- New River12 mi
- Deer Valley15 mi
- Black Canyon City20 mi
- Fountain Hills20 mi
- Paradise Valley21 mi
- Scottsdale23 mi
- Peoria24 mi
- Glendale24 mi
- Sun City25 mi
- Sun City West25 mi
- Alhambra25 mi
- Encanto26 mi
- Surprise26 mi
- Youngtown26 mi
- El Mirage26 mi
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- Phoenix28 mi
- Central City28 mi
- Tempe Junction29 mi
- Tempe29 mi
- Mesa29 mi
- Tolleson32 mi
- Guadalupe32 mi
More: all TV stations in Arizona · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Cave Creek; signal estimates ignore terrain.