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TV channels & antenna towers in Willits, California

Willits has 10 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying Univision. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KEDB, 23 miles to the NNW.

Open Willits in the live finder
10TV transmitters within 70 miles
1networks over the air
23 mito the closest tower
4,861population

Network channels in Willits

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
UNIKDTV-CDUnivision14 64 mi143° SE PoorSanta Rosa, CA

Over-the-air TV in Willits

Willits is a town of about 4,860 people in California. There are 10 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 1 full-power, 1 Class A, 2 low-power and 6 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.

5 of them are within 25 miles of Willits, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 4 are more than 45 miles out.

For the networks, the best local options are Univision on channel 14 (KDTV-CD). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KRCR-TV in Redding, CA, 90 miles to the northeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KPIX-TV in San Francisco, CA, 124 miles to the southeast. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (very 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 Willits

The main network towers around Willits are in different directions: KEDB 329° NNW (23 mi), K27EE-D 145° SE (25 mi) and K31GK-D 145° SE (25 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Willits

The farthest main network tower for Willits is K31GK-D, 25 miles away with a weak 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 Willits

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
KEDBFull power23 mi 329° NNWWeakFort Bragg, CA
K27EE-DTranslator25 mi 145° SEWeakUkiah, CA
K31GK-DTranslator25 mi 145° SEWeakUkiah, CA
K21CD-DTranslator25 mi 145° SEWeakUkiah, CA
K17CG-DTranslator25 mi 145° SEWeakUkiah, CA
K15FJ-DLow power40 mi 129° SEPoorLakeport, CA
K12JJ-DTranslator52 mi 340° NNWPoorBenbow, Etc., CA
K02OD-DTranslator56 mi 320° NWPoorShelter Cove, CA
KFTY-LDLow power64 mi 143° SEPoorMiddletown, CA

How Willits compares with the rest of California

With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Willits ranks 1,071st of 1,078 places in California: fewer than the typical California town (25). Its nearest major network tower is 64 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.

30% of California's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Willits: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 145° SE, the direction of K31GK-D, 25 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 0 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 Univision in Willits, CA?

Univision is on channel 14 from KDTV-CD, broadcasting from 64 miles SE of Willits. Estimated signal: very weak.

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

10 transmitters within 70 miles of Willits; around 0 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 Willits?

The main network towers around Willits are in different directions: KEDB 329° NNW (23 mi), K27EE-D 145° SE (25 mi) and K31GK-D 145° SE (25 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Willits?

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. The towers are spread over about 176° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Willits?

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.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Willits?

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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