TV channels & antenna towers in Aspen, Colorado
Aspen has 106 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying MeTV. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K10RS-D, 0.2 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Aspen
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVKREG-TVMeTV | 3.1 | 33 mi | 298° WNW | Fair | Glenwood Springs, CO |
Over-the-air TV in Aspen
With roughly 6,880 residents, Aspen is a town in Colorado. Our map shows 106 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 1 full-power, 1 Class A, 10 low-power and 94 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 37 transmitters are within 25 miles, 21 between 25 and 45 miles, and 48 farther out.
The best-placed network stations are MeTV on channel 3.1 (KREG-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KMGH-TV in Denver, CO, 92 miles to the northeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KREY-TV in Montrose, CO, 73 miles to the southwest.
Which way to point your antenna in Aspen
Point your antenna NW, at about 325°. The main network towers for Aspen 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 Aspen, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Aspen
The farthest main network tower for Aspen is KSZG-LD, 3.0 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
K14OV-D, 5.3 miles west, 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 Aspen
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 105; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K10RS-DLow power | 0.2 mi | 342° NNW | Good | Aspen, CO |
| KSZG-LDLow power | 3.0 mi | 309° NW | Fair | Aspen, CO |
| K14OV-DTranslator | 5.3 mi | 291° WNW | Weak | Snowmass Village, CO |
| K25MR-DTranslator | 5.3 mi | 291° WNW | Weak | Snowmass Village, CO |
| K26LH-DTranslator | 5.3 mi | 291° WNW | Weak | Snowmass Village, CO |
| K33QL-DTranslator | 5.3 mi | 291° WNW | Weak | Snowmass Village, CO |
| K35PE-DTranslator | 5.3 mi | 291° WNW | Weak | Snowmass Village, CO |
| K17OK-DTranslator | 5.3 mi | 291° WNW | Weak | Snowmass Village, CO |
| K26PG-DTranslator | 11 mi | 320° NW | Weak | Woody Creek, CO |
| K46KI-DTranslator | 11 mi | 320° NW | Weak | Woody Creek, CO |
| K27OV-DTranslator | 11 mi | 320° NW | Weak | Woody Creek, CO |
| K32OK-DTranslator | 11 mi | 320° NW | Weak | Woody Creek, CO |
| K16FS-DTranslator | 11 mi | 320° NW | Weak | Woody Creek, CO |
| K25QI-DTranslator | 11 mi | 320° NW | Weak | Woody Creek, CO |
| K07KF-DTranslator | 13 mi | 32° NNE | Poor | Thomasville, CO |
| K11LM-DTranslator | 13 mi | 32° NNE | Poor | Thomasville, CO |
| K12QM-DTranslator | 13 mi | 32° NNE | Poor | Thomasville, CO |
| K08OX-DTranslator | 13 mi | 32° NNE | Poor | Thomasville, CO |
| K10PR-DTranslator | 13 mi | 32° NNE | Poor | Thomasville, CO |
| K09YO-DTranslator | 13 mi | 32° NNE | Poor | Thomasville, CO |
| K34KM-DTranslator | 18 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Basalt, CO |
| K15IF-DTranslator | 18 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Basalt, CO |
| K36GX-DTranslator | 18 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Basalt, CO |
| K33HY-DTranslator | 18 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Basalt, CO |
| K17JA-DTranslator | 18 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Basalt, CO |
How Aspen compares with the rest of Colorado
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Aspen ranks 182nd of 225 places in Colorado: fewer than the typical Colorado town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 33 miles away, against a state median of 18 miles.
48% of Colorado's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Aspen: 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 309° NW, the direction of KSZG-LD, 3.0 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Aspen?
106 transmitters within 70 miles of Aspen; 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 Aspen?
Point your antenna NW, at about 325°. The main network towers for Aspen sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Aspen?
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 5 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Aspen?
K14OV-D, 5.3 miles west, 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 Aspen?
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 Colorado cities
- Snowmass Village6.6 mi
- Basalt17 mi
- El Jebel20 mi
- Crested Butte24 mi
- Carbondale26 mi
- Leadville North28 mi
- Leadville28 mi
- Eagle32 mi
- Gypsum32 mi
- Edwards34 mi
- Minturn34 mi
- Avon34 mi
- Glenwood Springs37 mi
- Vail39 mi
- Fairplay44 mi
- Buena Vista44 mi
- Gunnison45 mi
- Breckenridge46 mi
- New Castle47 mi
- Frisco47 mi
- Paonia47 mi
More: all TV stations in Colorado · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Aspen; signal estimates ignore terrain.