TV channels & antenna towers in Chester, California

Chester has 36 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, CW and Univision. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KZVU-LD, 35 miles to the SW.

Open Chester in the live finder

36TV transmitters within 70 miles

3networks over the air

35 mito the closest tower

2,144population

Network channels in Chester

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
UNIKUCO-LDUnivision	27	35 mi	227° SW	Weak	Chico, CA
CWKHSL-TVCW	12.2	35 mi	227° SW	Good	Chico, CA
NBCKNVNNBC	24	45 mi	266° W	Good	Chico, CA

Over-the-air TV in Chester

Chester is a small community of about 2,140 people in California. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 36 licensed TV transmitters: 3 full-power, 20 low-power and 13 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 11 between 25 and 45 miles, and 25 farther out. Three of the 3 network stations in range are licensed to Chico, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Chico's stations.

The best-placed network stations are NBC on channel 24 (KNVN), CW on channel 12.2 (KHSL-TV) and Univision on channel 27 (KUCO-LD). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KRCR-TV in Redding, CA, 77 miles to the west. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTVN in Reno, NV, 99 miles to the southeast. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (weak signal). 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 Chester

Point your antenna W, at about 266°. The main network towers for Chester 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 Chester, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Chester

The farthest main network tower for Chester is KNVN (NBC), 45 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.

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 Chester

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 33; see all in the finder.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
KZVU-LDLow power	35 mi	227° SW	Weak	Chico, CA
KCVUFull power	35 mi	227° SW	Good	Paradise, CA
KXVU-LDLow power	35 mi	227° SW	Poor	Chico, CA
KKTF-LDLow power	35 mi	227° SW	Weak	Chico, CA
K32PC-DLow power	35 mi	227° SW	Weak	Chico, CA
KKRM-LDLow power	35 mi	227° SW	Poor	Chico, CA
K21OY-DLow power	35 mi	227° SW	Weak	Chico, CA
K18ND-DTranslator	35 mi	227° SW	Weak	Chico and Paradise, CA
K05EM-DTranslator	40 mi	211° SSW	Poor	Paradise, CA
K31ND-DTranslator	47 mi	195° SSW	Poor	Oroville, CA
K17HE-DLow power	47 mi	78° ENE	Poor	Susanville, Etc, CA
K25OT-DLow power	47 mi	78° ENE	Poor	Susanville, Etc, CA
K36HH-DTranslator	47 mi	78° ENE	Poor	Susanville, Etc, CA
K31IE-DTranslator	47 mi	78° ENE	Poor	Susanville, Etc, CA
K19GA-DTranslator	47 mi	78° ENE	Poor	Susanville, Etc, CA
K29LT-DTranslator	47 mi	78° ENE	Poor	Susanville, Etc, CA
K27NE-DLow power	47 mi	78° ENE	Poor	Susanville, Etc, CA
KXCH-LDLow power	47 mi	216° SW	Poor	Chico, CA
K23PH-DLow power	47 mi	216° SW	Poor	Chico, CA
K25QL-DLow power	47 mi	216° SW	Poor	Chico, CA
K35OZ-DLow power	49 mi	222° SW	Poor	Chico, CA
K34KK-DTranslator	50 mi	105° ESE	Poor	Litchfield, CA
K05DQ-DTranslator	50 mi	345° NNW	Poor	Burney, Etc., CA
K28DB-DTranslator	50 mi	345° NNW	Poor	Fall River Mills, CA
K30PZ-DLow power	50 mi	105° ESE	Poor	Litchfield, CA

How Chester compares with the rest of California

With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Chester ranks 1,045th of 1,078 places in California: fewer than the typical California town (25). Its nearest major network tower is 35 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 Paradise, 43 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Chester: 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 266° W, the direction of KNVN (NBC), 45 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 Chester, CA?

NBC is on channel 24 from KNVN, broadcasting from 45 miles W of Chester. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Chester, CA?

CW is on channel 12.2 from KHSL-TV, broadcasting from 35 miles SW of Chester. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Univision in Chester, CA?

Univision is on channel 27 from KUCO-LD, broadcasting from 35 miles SW of Chester. Estimated signal: weak.

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

36 transmitters within 70 miles of Chester; 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 Chester?

Point your antenna W, at about 266°. The main network towers for Chester sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Chester?

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 Chester?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Chester?

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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