TV channels & antenna towers in Alamosa, Colorado
Alamosa has 28 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, 25 miles to the NW.
Over-the-air TV in Alamosa
With roughly 9,820 residents, Alamosa is a town in Colorado. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 28 licensed TV transmitters: 3 low-power and 25 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Alamosa, 10 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 17 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, 104 miles to the northeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KKTV in Colorado Springs, CO, 104 miles to the northeast.
Which way to point your antenna in Alamosa
The nearest towers around Alamosa are in different directions: K35OO-D 305° NW (25 mi), K35OQ-D 127° SE (30 mi) and K23NF-D 191° S (43 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, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Alamosa
The farthest of the closest towers for Alamosa is K23NF-D, 43 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
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K35OO-DTranslator | 25 mi | 305° NW | Weak | Del Norte, CO |
| K35OQ-DTranslator | 30 mi | 127° SE | Poor | San Luis, CO |
| K23NF-DTranslator | 43 mi | 191° S | Poor | Romeo, Etc., CO |
| K29ME-DTranslator | 43 mi | 191° S | Poor | Antonito, CO |
| K27MT-DLow power | 43 mi | 191° S | Poor | Romeo, CO |
| K31IV-DTranslator | 43 mi | 191° S | Poor | Romeo, CO |
| K28GV-DTranslator | 43 mi | 191° S | Poor | Tres Piedras, NM |
| K33QV-DTranslator | 43 mi | 191° S | Poor | Tres Piedras, NM |
| K17JW-DTranslator | 43 mi | 191° S | Poor | Romeo, CO |
| K19IX-DTranslator | 43 mi | 191° S | Poor | Romeo, CO |
| K32IK-DTranslator | 43 mi | 191° S | Poor | San Luis Valley, CO |
| K35OM-DTranslator | 47 mi | 87° E | Poor | La Veta, CO |
| K09DY-DTranslator | 53 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Westcliffe, CO |
| K07BW-DTranslator | 53 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Westcliffe, CO |
| K36KD-DTranslator | 56 mi | 226° SW | Poor | Tierra Amarilla, NM |
| K09KJ-DTranslator | 56 mi | 226° SW | Poor | Tierra Amarilla, NM |
| K15JO-DTranslator | 56 mi | 226° SW | Poor | Chama, NM |
| K16KA-DLow power | 58 mi | 55° NE | Poor | Pueblo, CO |
| KSPK-LDLow power | 58 mi | 79° E | Poor | Walsenburg, CO |
| K12OC-DTranslator | 61 mi | 153° SSE | Poor | Red River, NM |
| K33IW-DTranslator | 61 mi | 6° N | Poor | Coaldale, CO |
| K15FV-DTranslator | 61 mi | 153° SSE | Poor | Red River, NM |
| K20JG-DTranslator | 68 mi | 354° N | Poor | Salida, Etc., CO |
| K35OR-DTranslator | 68 mi | 94° E | Poor | Aguilar, CO |
| K31IX-DTranslator | 68 mi | 354° N | Poor | Salida, CO |
How Alamosa compares with the rest of Colorado
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Alamosa 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: 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 191° S, the direction of K23NF-D, 43 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?
28 transmitters within 70 miles of Alamosa; 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?
The nearest towers around Alamosa are in different directions: K35OO-D 305° NW (25 mi), K35OQ-D 127° SE (30 mi) and K23NF-D 191° S (43 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Alamosa?
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 178° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Alamosa?
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?
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; signal estimates ignore terrain.