TV channels & antenna towers in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas

Horseshoe Bend has 9 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying Fox, CW and ION. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K36NN-D, 36 miles to the N.

Open Horseshoe Bend in the live finder

9TV transmitters within 70 miles

3networks over the air

36 mito the closest tower

2,092population

Network channels in Horseshoe Bend

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
FOXKJNB-CDFox	39	47 mi	104° ESE	Poor	Jonesboro, AR
CWKAITCW	8.3	52 mi	117° ESE	Good	Jonesboro, AR
IONKJTB-LDION	36.2	64 mi	110° ESE	Poor	Paragould, AR
FOXKJNE-LDFox	42	65 mi	111° ESE	Poor	Jonesboro, AR

Over-the-air TV in Horseshoe Bend

Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas has a population of about 2,090. Our map shows 9 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 3 full-power, 1 Class A, 3 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 6 farther out. Three of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Jonesboro, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Jonesboro's stations.

The best-placed network stations are Fox on channel 39 (KJNB-CD), CW on channel 8.3 (KAIT) and ION on channel 36.2 (KJTB-LD). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KPOB-TV in Poplar Bluff, MO, 83 miles to the northeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOLR in Springfield, MO, 95 miles to the northwest. 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 Horseshoe Bend

Point your antenna ESE, at about 104°. The main network towers for Horseshoe Bend 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 Horseshoe Bend, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Horseshoe Bend

The farthest main network tower for Horseshoe Bend is KJNB-CD (Fox), 47 miles away with a very 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 Horseshoe Bend

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K36NN-DLow power	36 mi	351° N	Weak	West Plains, MO
K07XL-DTranslator	37 mi	283° WNW	Poor	Mountain Home, AR
KEMVFull power	41 mi	226° SW	Fair	Mountain View, AR
K24NY-DLow power	52 mi	117° ESE	Poor	Jonesboro, AR
KTEJFull power	60 mi	112° ESE	Fair	Jonesboro, AR

How Horseshoe Bend compares with the rest of Arkansas

With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Horseshoe Bend ranks 192nd of 214 places in Arkansas: fewer than the typical Arkansas town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 47 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.

50% of Arkansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Horseshoe Bend: 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 104° ESE, the direction of KJNB-CD (Fox), 47 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

What channel is Fox in Horseshoe Bend, AR?

Fox is on channel 39 from KJNB-CD, broadcasting from 47 miles ESE of Horseshoe Bend. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is CW in Horseshoe Bend, AR?

CW is on channel 8.3 from KAIT, broadcasting from 52 miles ESE of Horseshoe Bend. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Horseshoe Bend?

9 transmitters within 70 miles of Horseshoe Bend; 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 Horseshoe Bend?

Point your antenna ESE, at about 104°. The main network towers for Horseshoe Bend sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Horseshoe Bend?

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 Horseshoe Bend?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Horseshoe Bend?

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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