TV channels & antenna towers in Avenal, California

Avenal has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC and Fox. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K17GD-D, 42 miles to the SW.

Open Avenal in the live finder

20TV transmitters within 70 miles

2networks over the air

42 mito the closest tower

13,301population

Network channels in Avenal

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
NBCKSBYNBC	6	53 mi	214° SW	Good	San Luis Obispo, CA
FOXKKFX-CDFox	24	53 mi	214° SW	Poor	San Luis Obispo, CA

Over-the-air TV in Avenal

Avenal, California has a population of about 13,300. Our map shows 20 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 3 full-power, 6 Class A, 6 low-power and 5 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, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 18 farther out. Two of the 2 network stations in range are licensed to San Luis Obispo, so most of the network channels you will find here come from San Luis Obispo's stations.

The best-placed network stations are NBC on channel 6 (KSBY) and Fox on channel 24 (KKFX-CD). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KFSN-TV in Fresno, CA, 84 miles to the northeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGPE in Fresno, CA, 83 miles to the northeast. 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 Avenal

Point your antenna SW, at about 214°. The main network towers for Avenal sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Two network stations, KSBY and KKFX-CD, transmit from the same tower site about 53 miles southwest of Avenal (214° SW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.

KKFX-CD (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Avenal. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Avenal

The farthest main network tower for Avenal is KKFX-CD (Fox), 53 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 Avenal

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K17GD-DClass A	42 mi	234° SW	Weak	Paso Robles, CA
K26MT-DTranslator	42 mi	234° SW	Poor	Paso Robles, CA
KFVD-LDLow power	49 mi	71° ENE	Poor	Porterville, CA
KSBO-CDClass A	53 mi	214° SW	Poor	San Luis Obispo, CA
K32LT-DClass A	53 mi	214° SW	Poor	San Luis Obispo, CA
KFUL-LDLow power	53 mi	214° SW	Poor	San Luis Obispo, CA
KTASFull power	53 mi	214° SW	Fair	San Luis Obispo, CA
K31KE-DTranslator	53 mi	214° SW	Poor	San Luis Obispo, Etc, CA
K16FC-DTranslator	53 mi	214° SW	Poor	San Luis Obispo, CA
KCCF-LDTranslator	63 mi	218° SW	Poor	Atascadero, CA
KJKZ-LDTranslator	70 mi	42° NE	Poor	Fresno, CA
KVVG-LDLow power	70 mi	42° NE	Poor	Porterville, CA
KMCF-LDLow power	70 mi	42° NE	Poor	Visalia, CA
KMSG-LDLow power	70 mi	42° NE	Poor	Fresno, CA
KVPTFull power	70 mi	42° NE	Fair	Fresno, CA
KJEO-LDLow power	70 mi	42° NE	Poor	Fresno, CA
K17JI-DClass A	70 mi	42° NE	Poor	Fresno, CA
KFAZ-CAClass A	70 mi	42° NE	Poor	Visalia, CA

How Avenal compares with the rest of California

With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Avenal ranks 1,045th of 1,078 places in California: fewer than the typical California town (25). Its nearest major network tower is 53 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.

30% of California's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Hanford, 35 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Avenal: 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 214° SW, the direction of KKFX-CD (Fox), 53 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 NBC in Avenal, CA?

NBC is on channel 6 from KSBY, broadcasting from 53 miles SW of Avenal. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Avenal, CA?

Fox is on channel 24 from KKFX-CD, broadcasting from 53 miles SW of Avenal. Estimated signal: very weak.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Avenal?

20 transmitters within 70 miles of Avenal; 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 Avenal?

Point your antenna SW, at about 214°. The main network towers for Avenal sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Avenal?

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 Avenal?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Avenal?

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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