TV channels & antenna towers in Fowler, California

Fowler has 33 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 18 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KJKZ-LD, 23 miles to the ENE.

33TV transmitters within 70 miles
9networks over the air
23 mito the closest tower
6,266population

Network channels in Fowler

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
TLMKNSOTelemundo51 33 mi24° NNE GoodClovis, CA
NBCKSEENBC24 33 mi25° NNE GoodFresno, CA
CBSKGPECBS47 33 mi25° NNE GoodFresno, CA
UNIKFTV-DTUnivision21 33 mi24° NNE GoodHanford, CA
IONKVBC-LDION13 34 mi24° NNE WeakReedley, CA
MeTVKGMCMeTV43.6 34 mi24° NNE FairMerced, CA
ABCKFSN-TVABC30 34 mi24° NNE GoodFresno, CA
CWKFRE-TVCW59 34 mi24° NNE GoodSanger, CA
FOXKMPH-TVFox26 44 mi86° E GoodVisalia, CA
FOXKMPH-CDFox26 65 mi343° NNW PoorMerced-Mariposa, CA

Over-the-air TV in Fowler

With roughly 6,270 residents, Fowler is a town in California. Our map shows 33 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 13 full-power, 4 Class A, 15 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 18 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.

8 of them are within 25 miles of Fowler, 17 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 8 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Fresno, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Fresno's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 30 (KFSN-TV), CBS on channel 47 (KGPE), NBC on channel 24 (KSEE), Fox on channel 26 (KMPH-TV), CW on channel 59 (KFRE-TV), ION on channel 13 (KVBC-LD), Telemundo on channel 51 (KNSO), Univision on channel 21 (KFTV-DT) and MeTV on channel 43.6 (KGMC). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good signal). 5 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 Fowler

The main network towers around Fowler are in different directions: ABC 24° NNE (34 mi), CBS 25° NNE (33 mi), NBC 25° NNE (33 mi) and Fox 86° E (44 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Seven network stations, KNSO, KSEE, KGPE, KFTV-DT and KGMC and others, transmit from the same tower site about 33 miles northeast of Fowler (24° NNE). That one direction covers every station on the site.

Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Fowler at fair strength or better, 88% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Fowler, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Fowler

The farthest main network tower for Fowler is KMPH-TV (Fox), 44 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.

Other stations near Fowler

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
KJKZ-LDTranslator23 mi 70° ENEWeakFresno, CA
KVVG-LDLow power23 mi 70° ENEWeakPorterville, CA
KMCF-LDLow power23 mi 70° ENEWeakVisalia, CA
KMSG-LDLow power23 mi 70° ENEFairFresno, CA
KVPTFull power23 mi 70° ENEGoodFresno, CA
KJEO-LDLow power23 mi 70° ENEFairFresno, CA
K17JI-DClass A23 mi 70° ENEFairFresno, CA
KFAZ-CAClass A23 mi 70° ENEFairVisalia, CA
KAILFull power33 mi 24° NNEFairFresno, CA
KZMM-CDClass A33 mi 24° NNEFairFresno, CA
KTFF-LDLow power33 mi 24° NNEWeakFresno, CA
KBID-LDLow power34 mi 24° NNEWeakFresno, CA
KHSC-LDLow power34 mi 24° NNEWeakFresno, CA
KVHF-LDLow power34 mi 24° NNEWeakFresno, CA
KSDI-LDLow power34 mi 24° NNEWeakFresno, CA
KFVD-LDLow power34 mi 142° SEWeakPorterville, CA
K02QP-DLow power50 mi 325° NWPoorChowchilla, CA
KNXT-LDLow power52 mi 117° ESEFairVisalia, CA
KIFRFull power52 mi 117° ESEFairVisalia, CA
KEDZFull power52 mi 117° ESEWeakTulare, CA
KTFF-DTFull power52 mi 117° ESEGoodPorterville, CA
K13ZL-DLow power65 mi 343° NNWPoorFresno, CA
K19NB-DLow power69 mi 296° WNWPoorGustine, CA

How Fowler compares with the rest of California

With 18 stations at fair strength or better, Fowler ranks 684th of 1,078 places in California: fewer than the typical California town (25). Its nearest major network tower is 33 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.

48% of California's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Selma, 5.5 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Fowler: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 86° E, the direction of KMPH-TV (Fox), 44 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 18 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Fowler, CA?

ABC is on channel 30 from KFSN-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles NNE of Fowler. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CBS in Fowler, CA?

CBS is on channel 47 from KGPE, broadcasting from 33 miles NNE of Fowler. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is NBC in Fowler, CA?

NBC is on channel 24 from KSEE, broadcasting from 33 miles NNE of Fowler. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Fowler, CA?

Fox is on channel 26 from KMPH-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles E of Fowler. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Fowler, CA?

CW is on channel 59 from KFRE-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles NNE of Fowler. Estimated signal: good.

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

33 transmitters within 70 miles of Fowler; around 18 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 Fowler?

The main network towers around Fowler are in different directions: ABC 24° NNE (34 mi), CBS 25° NNE (33 mi), NBC 25° NNE (33 mi) and Fox 86° E (44 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Fowler?

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. The towers are spread over about 63° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Fowler?

An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Fowler?

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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