TV channels & antenna towers in Pine Hills, California
Pine Hills has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS, CW and Univision. About 13 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K32OI-D, 2.5 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in Pine Hills
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIKEUV-LDUnivision | 35 | 9.3 mi | 93° E | Good | Eureka, CA |
| PBSKEETPBS | 13 | 9.4 mi | 92° E | Good | Eureka, CA |
| ABCKAEF-TVABC | 23 | 9.4 mi | 92° E | Good | Arcata, CA |
| CWKECA-LDCW | 29 | 9.4 mi | 92° E | Good | Eureka, CA |
| CBSKVIQ-LDCBS | 14 | 10 mi | 91° E | Good | Eureka, CA |
| NBCKIEM-TVNBC | 3 | 10 mi | 91° E | Good | Eureka, CA |
Over-the-air TV in Pine Hills
Pine Hills, California has a population of about 3,130. Our map shows 20 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 4 full-power, 8 low-power and 8 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 13 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 13 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 6 farther out. Five of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Eureka, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Eureka's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 23 (KAEF-TV), CBS on channel 14 (KVIQ-LD), NBC on channel 3 (KIEM-TV), PBS on channel 13 (KEET), CW on channel 29 (KECA-LD) and Univision on channel 35 (KEUV-LD). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KMVU-DT in Medford, OR, 130 miles to the northeast. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (good 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 Pine Hills
Point your antenna E, at about 92°. The main network towers for Pine Hills sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, KEET, KAEF-TV and KIEM-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 9.4 miles east of Pine Hills (92° E). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Pine Hills at fair strength or better, all arrive from the east, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Pine Hills, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Pine Hills
The farthest main network tower for Pine Hills is KIEM-TV (NBC), 10 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Pine Hills
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K32OI-DLow power | 2.5 mi | 284° WNW | Fair | Eureka, CA |
| K16JJ-DLow power | 2.5 mi | 284° WNW | Fair | Eureka, CA |
| K21OO-DLow power | 2.9 mi | 247° WSW | Fair | South Eureka, Loleta, CA |
| KEMY-LDLow power | 9.3 mi | 93° E | Fair | Eureka, CA |
| K35LF-DTranslator | 9.3 mi | 93° E | Good | Eureka, CA |
| KBVUFull power | 9.4 mi | 92° E | Good | Eureka, CA |
| K20CN-DLow power | 22 mi | 171° S | Fair | Fortuna, Rio Dell, CA |
| K07GJ-DTranslator | 35 mi | 40° NE | Poor | Hoopa, CA |
| K02OD-DTranslator | 49 mi | 173° S | Poor | Shelter Cove, CA |
| K12JJ-DTranslator | 49 mi | 150° SSE | Poor | Benbow, Etc., CA |
| K05CR-DTranslator | 53 mi | 108° ESE | Poor | Hayfork, CA |
| K02EE-DTranslator | 61 mi | 90° E | Poor | Weaverville, CA |
| K05CF-DTranslator | 61 mi | 90° E | Poor | Weaverville, CA |
| K28CY-DTranslator | 69 mi | 92° E | Poor | Lewiston, CA |
How Pine Hills compares with the rest of California
With 13 stations at fair strength or better, Pine Hills ranks 832nd of 1,078 places in California: fewer than the typical California town (25). Its nearest major network tower is 9.3 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.
22% of California's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Eureka, 4.8 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Pine Hills: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 91° E, the direction of KIEM-TV (NBC), 10 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 13 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 ABC in Pine Hills, CA?
ABC is on channel 23 from KAEF-TV, broadcasting from 9.4 miles E of Pine Hills. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Pine Hills, CA?
CBS is on channel 14 from KVIQ-LD, broadcasting from 10 miles E of Pine Hills. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Pine Hills, CA?
NBC is on channel 3 from KIEM-TV, broadcasting from 10 miles E of Pine Hills. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is PBS in Pine Hills, CA?
PBS is on channel 13 from KEET, broadcasting from 9.4 miles E of Pine Hills. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Pine Hills, CA?
CW is on channel 29 from KECA-LD, broadcasting from 9.4 miles E of Pine Hills. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Pine Hills?
20 transmitters within 70 miles of Pine Hills; around 13 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Pine Hills?
Point your antenna E, at about 92°. The main network towers for Pine Hills sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Pine Hills?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Pine Hills?
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 Pine Hills?
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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- Myrtletown4.0 mi
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- Bayside8.9 mi
- Fortuna9.3 mi
- Arcata9.9 mi
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- Hydesville13 mi
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More: all TV stations in California · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Pine Hills; signal estimates ignore terrain.