TV channels & antenna towers in Show Low, Arizona
Show Low has 5 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K07OJ-D, 5.9 miles to the SE.
Over-the-air TV in Show Low
Show Low, Arizona has a population of about 10,900. Our map shows 5 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 1 full-power, 2 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 3 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KNXV-TV in Phoenix, AZ, 133 miles to the southwest. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KPHO-TV in Phoenix, AZ, 133 miles to the southwest. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Show Low
The nearest towers around Show Low are in different directions: K07OJ-D 124° SE (5.9 mi), K03FB-D 124° SE (6.0 mi) and KDTP 353° N (46 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
KDTP lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Show Low. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Show Low
The farthest of the closest towers for Show Low is KDTP, 46 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.
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 Show Low
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K07OJ-DTranslator | 5.9 mi | 124° SE | Weak | Snowflake, AZ |
| K03FB-DTranslator | 6.0 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Snowflake, Etc., AZ |
| KDTPFull power | 46 mi | 353° N | Poor | Holbrook, AZ |
| KPSN-LDLow power | 66 mi | 272° W | Poor | Payson, AZ |
| K34PG-DLow power | 66 mi | 272° W | Poor | Payson, AZ |
How Show Low compares with the rest of Arizona
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Show Low 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.
Setting up an antenna in Show Low: 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 353° N, the direction of KDTP, 46 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 Show Low?
5 transmitters within 70 miles of Show Low; 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 Show Low?
The nearest towers around Show Low are in different directions: K07OJ-D 124° SE (5.9 mi), K03FB-D 124° SE (6.0 mi) and KDTP 353° N (46 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Show Low?
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 131° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Show Low?
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 Show Low?
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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- Taylor15 mi
- North Fork18 mi
- Snowflake18 mi
- Whiteriver29 mi
- Cibecue30 mi
- Canyon Day32 mi
- Heber-Overgaard33 mi
- Saint Johns42 mi
- Springerville43 mi
- Eagar43 mi
- Holbrook45 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 Show Low; signal estimates ignore terrain.