TV channels & antenna towers in Saint Michaels, Arizona
Saint Michaels has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K33QC-D, 3.5 miles to the NE.
Over-the-air TV in Saint Michaels
Saint Michaels, Arizona has a population of about 1,440. Our map shows 23 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 4 low-power and 19 translators. 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.
7 of them are within 25 miles of Saint Michaels, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 11 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOAT-TV in Albuquerque, NM, 152 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KREZ-TV in Durango, CO, 130 miles to the northeast.
Which way to point your antenna in Saint Michaels
The nearest towers around Saint Michaels are in different directions: K33QC-D 44° NE (3.5 mi), K27OR-D 288° WNW (6.6 mi) and K36PV-D 111° ESE (21 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 Saint Michaels, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Saint Michaels
The farthest of the closest towers for Saint Michaels is K36PV-D, 21 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 TV stations near Saint Michaels
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K33QC-DLow power | 3.5 mi | 44° NE | Good | Window Rock, AZ |
| K27OR-DTranslator | 6.6 mi | 288° WNW | Weak | Klagetoh, AZ |
| K36PV-DTranslator | 21 mi | 111° ESE | Weak | Gallup, NM |
| K10PW-DTranslator | 21 mi | 111° ESE | Weak | Gallup, NM |
| K19MP-DTranslator | 21 mi | 111° ESE | Weak | Gallup, NM |
| K18HF-DTranslator | 21 mi | 111° ESE | Weak | Gallup, NM |
| K23FE-DTranslator | 23 mi | 97° E | Weak | Gallup, NM |
| K34PK-DTranslator | 26 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Tohatchi, NM |
| K25QD-DLow power | 26 mi | 44° NE | Weak | Tohatchi, NM |
| K16DL-DTranslator | 42 mi | 151° SSE | Poor | Zuni Pueblo, NM |
| K33QD-DLow power | 42 mi | 151° SSE | Poor | Zuni Pueblo, NM |
| K26OV-DTranslator | 42 mi | 151° SSE | Poor | Zuni, NM |
| K15KK-DTranslator | 50 mi | 104° ESE | Poor | Mt. Powell, NM |
| K31JR-DTranslator | 50 mi | 104° ESE | Poor | Thoreau, NM |
| K20GT-DTranslator | 50 mi | 104° ESE | Poor | Indian Village, NM |
| K29KT-DTranslator | 50 mi | 104° ESE | Poor | Thoreau, NM |
| K28GT-DTranslator | 53 mi | 87° E | Poor | Crownpoint, NM |
| K30KV-DTranslator | 53 mi | 87° E | Poor | Crownpoint, NM |
| K18LG-DTranslator | 56 mi | 0° N | Poor | Shiprock, NM |
| K21OD-DTranslator | 56 mi | 0° N | Poor | Many Farms, AZ |
| K36JX-DTranslator | 56 mi | 0° N | Poor | Many Farms, AZ |
| K30GL-DTranslator | 56 mi | 0° N | Poor | Many Farms, AZ |
| K31OX-DLow power | 65 mi | 143° SE | Poor | Ramah, NM |
How Saint Michaels compares with the rest of Arizona
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Saint Michaels ranks 179th of 215 places in Arizona: fewer than the typical Arizona town (12).
46% of Arizona's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Gallup, 21 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Saint Michaels: 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 111° ESE, the direction of K36PV-D, 21 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 Saint Michaels?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Saint Michaels; 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 Saint Michaels?
The nearest towers around Saint Michaels are in different directions: K33QC-D 44° NE (3.5 mi), K27OR-D 288° WNW (6.6 mi) and K36PV-D 111° ESE (21 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Saint Michaels?
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 182° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Saint Michaels?
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 Saint Michaels?
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
- Navajo, NM18 mi
- Twin Lakes, NM19 mi
- Gallup, NM21 mi
- Church Rock, NM29 mi
- Zuni Pueblo, NM42 mi
- Black Rock, NM42 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 Saint Michaels; signal estimates ignore terrain.