TV channels & antenna towers in Alamosa East, Colorado
Alamosa East has 25 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K35OO-D, 26 miles to the WNW.
Over-the-air TV in Alamosa East
Alamosa East is a small community of about 1,460 people in Colorado. There are 25 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 3 low-power and 22 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Alamosa East, 11 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 14 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KRDO-TV in Colorado Springs, CO, 103 miles to the northeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KKTV in Colorado Springs, CO, 103 miles to the northeast.
Which way to point your antenna in Alamosa East
The nearest towers around Alamosa East are in different directions: K35OO-D 302° WNW (26 mi), K35OQ-D 130° SE (30 mi) and K23NF-D 193° SSW (44 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Alamosa East, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Alamosa East
The farthest of the closest towers for Alamosa East is K23NF-D, 44 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 TV stations near Alamosa East
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K35OO-DTranslator | 26 mi | 302° WNW | Weak | Del Norte, CO |
| K35OQ-DTranslator | 30 mi | 130° SE | Poor | San Luis, CO |
| K23NF-DTranslator | 44 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Romeo, Etc., CO |
| K27MT-DLow power | 44 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Romeo, CO |
| K29ME-DTranslator | 44 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Antonito, CO |
| K31IV-DTranslator | 44 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Romeo, CO |
| K28GV-DTranslator | 44 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Tres Piedras, NM |
| K33QV-DTranslator | 44 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Tres Piedras, NM |
| K17JW-DTranslator | 44 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Romeo, CO |
| K19IX-DTranslator | 44 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Romeo, CO |
| K32IK-DTranslator | 44 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | San Luis Valley, CO |
| K35OM-DTranslator | 46 mi | 88° E | Poor | La Veta, CO |
| K09DY-DTranslator | 52 mi | 30° NNE | Poor | Westcliffe, CO |
| K07BW-DTranslator | 52 mi | 30° NNE | Poor | Westcliffe, CO |
| K16KA-DLow power | 56 mi | 55° NE | Poor | Pueblo, CO |
| KSPK-LDLow power | 57 mi | 79° E | Poor | Walsenburg, CO |
| K36KD-DTranslator | 58 mi | 227° SW | Poor | Tierra Amarilla, NM |
| K09KJ-DTranslator | 58 mi | 227° SW | Poor | Tierra Amarilla, NM |
| K15JO-DTranslator | 58 mi | 227° SW | Poor | Chama, NM |
| K33IW-DTranslator | 60 mi | 5° N | Poor | Coaldale, CO |
| K12OC-DTranslator | 61 mi | 155° SSE | Poor | Red River, NM |
| K15FV-DTranslator | 61 mi | 155° SSE | Poor | Red River, NM |
| K35OR-DTranslator | 66 mi | 95° E | Poor | Aguilar, CO |
| K20JG-DTranslator | 68 mi | 352° N | Poor | Salida, Etc., CO |
| K31IX-DTranslator | 68 mi | 352° N | Poor | Salida, CO |
How Alamosa East compares with the rest of Colorado
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Alamosa East ranks 212th of 225 places in Colorado: fewer than the typical Colorado town (18).
38% of Colorado's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Alamosa East: 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 193° SSW, the direction of K23NF-D, 44 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 0 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Alamosa East?
25 transmitters within 70 miles of Alamosa East; 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 Alamosa East?
The nearest towers around Alamosa East are in different directions: K35OO-D 302° WNW (26 mi), K35OQ-D 130° SE (30 mi) and K23NF-D 193° SSW (44 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Alamosa East?
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 173° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Alamosa East?
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 Alamosa East?
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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More: all TV stations in Colorado · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Alamosa East; signal estimates ignore terrain.