TV channels & antenna towers in El Dorado, Arkansas
El Dorado has 11 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, ION and MeTV. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KCIB-LD, 0.2 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in El Dorado
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVKMYA-DTMeTV | 49.1 | 4.9 mi | 334° NNW | Strong | Camden, AR |
| NBCKTVENBC | 10 | 27 mi | 109° ESE | Good | El Dorado, AR |
| IONKMCT-TVION | 39.2 | 57 mi | 148° SSE | Poor | West Monroe, LA |
Over-the-air TV in El Dorado
El Dorado is a town of about 18,400 people in Arkansas. There are 11 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 full-power, 1 Class A, 4 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
4 of them are within 25 miles of El Dorado, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles out.
For the networks, the best local options are NBC on channel 10 (KTVE), ION on channel 39.2 (KMCT-TV) and MeTV on channel 49.1 (KMYA-DT). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KNOE-TV in Monroe, LA, 78 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSLA in Shreveport, LA, 82 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 El Dorado
Point your antenna ESE, at about 109°. The main network towers for El Dorado 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 El Dorado, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for El Dorado
The farthest main network tower for El Dorado is KTVE (NBC), 27 miles away with a good 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.
KCIB-LD is only 0.2 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near El Dorado
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCIB-LDLow power | 0.2 mi | 161° SSE | Strong | El Dorado, AR |
| K20OC-DTranslator | 0.3 mi | 25° NNE | Strong | El Dorado, AR |
| KLMB-CDClass A | 0.7 mi | 97° E | Good | El Dorado, AR |
| KETZFull power | 27 mi | 109° ESE | Fair | El Dorado, AR |
| K29NC-DLow power | 51 mi | 138° SE | Poor | Monroe, LA |
| KETGFull power | 55 mi | 332° NNW | Weak | Arkadelphia, AR |
| KCWL-LDLow power | 57 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Monroe, LA |
| K36MU-DLow power | 68 mi | 295° WNW | Poor | Texarkana, AR |
How El Dorado compares with the rest of Arkansas
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, El Dorado ranks 152nd of 214 places in Arkansas: fewer than the typical Arkansas town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 4.9 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.
38% of Arkansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in El Dorado: 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 109° ESE, the direction of KTVE (NBC), 27 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 6 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 NBC in El Dorado, AR?
NBC is on channel 10 from KTVE, broadcasting from 27 miles ESE of El Dorado. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in El Dorado?
11 transmitters within 70 miles of El Dorado; around 6 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 El Dorado?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 109°. The main network towers for El Dorado sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in El Dorado?
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 El Dorado?
KCIB-LD is only 0.2 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in El Dorado?
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 Arkansas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of El Dorado; signal estimates ignore terrain.