TV channels & antenna towers in Lower Lake, California
Lower Lake has 30 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying Telemundo and Univision. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K15FJ-D, 12 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Lower Lake
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIKDTV-CDUnivision | 14 | 17 mi | 184° S | Fair | Santa Rosa, CA |
| TLMKMUM-CDTelemundo | 33 | 63 mi | 103° ESE | Poor | Sacramento, CA |
Over-the-air TV in Lower Lake
Lower Lake is a small community of about 1,290 people in California. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 30 licensed TV transmitters: 1 full-power, 6 Class A, 18 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.
3 of them are within 25 miles of Lower Lake, 8 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 19 are more than 45 miles out.
The strongest network signals here are Telemundo on channel 33 (KMUM-CD) and Univision on channel 14 (KDTV-CD). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KXTV in Sacramento, CA, 76 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOVR in Stockton, CA, 76 miles to the southeast. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal) and Univision (fair 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 Lower Lake
Point your antenna S, at about 184°. The main network towers for Lower Lake 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 Lower Lake, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Lower Lake
The farthest main network tower for Lower Lake is KDTV-CD (Univision), 17 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
K15FJ-D, 12 miles northwest, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
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 Lower Lake
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 28; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K15FJ-DLow power | 12 mi | 317° NW | Weak | Lakeport, CA |
| KFTY-LDLow power | 17 mi | 184° S | Fair | Middletown, CA |
| KDAS-LDLow power | 28 mi | 186° S | Weak | Santa Rosa, CA |
| KUKR-LDLow power | 28 mi | 186° S | Fair | Santa Rosa, CA |
| K27EE-DTranslator | 30 mi | 299° WNW | Weak | Ukiah, CA |
| K31GK-DTranslator | 30 mi | 299° WNW | Weak | Ukiah, CA |
| K21CD-DTranslator | 30 mi | 299° WNW | Weak | Ukiah, CA |
| K17CG-DTranslator | 30 mi | 299° WNW | Weak | Ukiah, CA |
| KZHD-LDLow power | 40 mi | 179° S | Poor | Rohnert Park, CA |
| K06QM-DLow power | 40 mi | 179° S | Poor | Petaluma, CA |
| KEDSFull power | 47 mi | 64° ENE | Weak | Colusa, CA |
| KKPM-CDClass A | 47 mi | 64° ENE | Poor | Yuba City, CA |
| KYUB-LDLow power | 47 mi | 64° ENE | Poor | Sacramento, CA |
| KEFM-LDLow power | 63 mi | 103° ESE | Poor | Sacramento, CA |
| KMSX-LDLow power | 63 mi | 103° ESE | Poor | Sacramento, CA |
| KSTV-LDLow power | 64 mi | 106° ESE | Poor | Sacramento, CA |
| KRJR-LDLow power | 64 mi | 106° ESE | Poor | Sacramento, CA |
| KAHC-LDLow power | 64 mi | 106° ESE | Poor | Sacramento, CA |
| KFMS-LDLow power | 64 mi | 106° ESE | Poor | Sacramento, CA |
| KBTV-CDClass A | 65 mi | 111° ESE | Poor | Sacramento, CA |
| KEZT-CDClass A | 65 mi | 111° ESE | Poor | Sacramento, CA |
| K33QW-DTranslator | 67 mi | 55° NE | Poor | Oroville, CA |
| K04QC-DLow power | 67 mi | 55° NE | Poor | Palermo, CA |
| K26PQ-DLow power | 67 mi | 55° NE | Poor | Oroville, CA |
| KTVJ-LDLow power | 68 mi | 179° S | Poor | San Rafael, CA |
How Lower Lake compares with the rest of California
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Lower Lake ranks 1,045th of 1,078 places in California: fewer than the typical California town (25). Its nearest major network tower is 17 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 Windsor, 27 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Lower Lake: 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 184° S, the direction of KDTV-CD (Univision), 17 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 Telemundo in Lower Lake, CA?
Telemundo is on channel 33 from KMUM-CD, broadcasting from 63 miles ESE of Lower Lake. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Univision in Lower Lake, CA?
Univision is on channel 14 from KDTV-CD, broadcasting from 17 miles S of Lower Lake. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Lower Lake?
30 transmitters within 70 miles of Lower Lake; around 3 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 Lower Lake?
Point your antenna S, at about 184°. The main network towers for Lower Lake sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Lower Lake?
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. Picking up the more distant stations from up to 12 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Lower Lake?
K15FJ-D, 12 miles northwest, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Lower Lake?
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.
TV channels in nearby California cities
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- Calistoga23 mi
- Cloverdale23 mi
- Healdsburg25 mi
- Windsor27 mi
- Larkfield-Wikiup28 mi
- Saint Helena29 mi
- Williams30 mi
- Arbuckle31 mi
- Santa Rosa33 mi
- Roseland34 mi
- Dunnigan34 mi
- Guerneville35 mi
- Ukiah36 mi
- Sebastopol37 mi
- Colusa38 mi
- Rohnert Park40 mi
- Cotati41 mi
- Boonville41 mi
- Boyes Hot Springs42 mi
- Sonoma44 mi
- Winters44 mi
More: all TV stations in California · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Lower Lake; signal estimates ignore terrain.