TV channels & antenna towers in Colorado City, Arizona
Colorado City has 173 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying MeTV. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K11QQ-D, 6.0 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Colorado City
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVKCSGMeTV | 8.1 | 45 mi | 356° N | Fair | Cedar City, UT |
Over-the-air TV in Colorado City
Colorado City is a town of about 4,830 people in Arizona. There are 173 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 3 full-power, 4 low-power and 166 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 18 transmitters are within 25 miles, 85 between 25 and 45 miles, and 70 farther out.
For the networks, the best local options are MeTV on channel 8.1 (KCSG). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTNV-TV in Las Vegas, NV, 136 miles to the southwest. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KLAS-TV in Las Vegas, NV, 136 miles to the southwest. 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 Colorado City
Point your antenna SSW, at about 207°. The main network towers for Colorado City sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Colorado City, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Colorado City
The farthest main network tower for Colorado City is K16II-D, 7.3 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Colorado City
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 172; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K11QQ-DTranslator | 6.0 mi | 212° SSW | Weak | Hildale, Etc. (Az), UT |
| K17JK-DTranslator | 7.3 mi | 205° SSW | Weak | Cane Beds,Az/Hildale, UT |
| K16II-DTranslator | 7.3 mi | 205° SSW | Weak | Hilldale, UT |
| K27EJ-DTranslator | 7.3 mi | 205° SSW | Fair | Colorado City, AZ |
| K09SU-DTranslator | 7.3 mi | 205° SSW | Weak | Hildale, Etc. (Az), UT |
| K08PC-DTranslator | 7.3 mi | 205° SSW | Weak | Hildale, Etc. (Az), UT |
| K35EE-DTranslator | 11 mi | 123° ESE | Fair | Moccasin, AZ |
| K29MJ-DTranslator | 12 mi | 345° NNW | Weak | Rockville, UT |
| K05AR-DTranslator | 12 mi | 345° NNW | Poor | Rockville, UT |
| K33JW-DTranslator | 12 mi | 345° NNW | Weak | Rockville/Springdale, UT |
| K31JX-DTranslator | 12 mi | 345° NNW | Weak | Rockville, UT |
| K34CX-DLow power | 12 mi | 315° NW | Weak | Apple Valley, UT |
| K21IL-DTranslator | 12 mi | 316° NW | Weak | Apple Valley, UT |
| K13QK-DTranslator | 21 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Virgin, UT |
| K08BO-DTranslator | 21 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Virgin, UT |
| K22IP-DTranslator | 21 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Virgin, UT |
| K23JN-DTranslator | 21 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Virgin, UT |
| K19HQ-DTranslator | 22 mi | 320° NW | Poor | Virgin, UT |
| K26NY-DTranslator | 26 mi | 79° E | Poor | Kanab, UT |
| K31OF-DTranslator | 26 mi | 79° E | Poor | Kanab, UT |
| K30PD-DTranslator | 26 mi | 79° E | Poor | Kanab, UT |
| K32DC-DTranslator | 26 mi | 79° E | Poor | Kanab, UT |
| K28IT-DTranslator | 26 mi | 79° E | Poor | Kanab, UT |
| K27JV-DTranslator | 26 mi | 79° E | Poor | Kanab, UT |
| K29MH-DTranslator | 26 mi | 79° E | Poor | Kanab, UT |
How Colorado City compares with the rest of Arizona
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Colorado City ranks 161st of 215 places in Arizona: fewer than the typical Arizona town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 45 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
46% of Arizona's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Washington, 31 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Colorado City: 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 205° SSW, the direction of K16II-D, 7.3 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 3 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 Colorado City?
173 transmitters within 70 miles of Colorado City; around 3 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 Colorado City?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 207°. The main network towers for Colorado City sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Colorado City?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Colorado City?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Colorado City?
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
Nearby cities in other states
- Hildale, UT1.0 mi
- Hurricane, UT22 mi
- LaVerkin, UT22 mi
- Toquerville, UT25 mi
- Kanab, UT25 mi
- Washington, UT31 mi
- Saint George, UT34 mi
- Santa Clara, UT39 mi
- Ivins, UT41 mi
- Cedar City, UT48 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 Colorado City; signal estimates ignore terrain.