TV channels & antenna towers in Bayfield, Colorado

Bayfield has 90 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS and NBC. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K19LD-D, 6.8 miles to the ESE.

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90TV transmitters within 70 miles

2networks over the air

6.8 mito the closest tower

2,567population

Network channels in Bayfield

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CBSKREZ-TVCBS	6	17 mi	279° W	Good	Durango, CO
NBCKOBFNBC	12	50 mi	223° SW	Poor	Farmington, NM

Over-the-air TV in Bayfield

Bayfield is a town of about 2,570 people in Colorado. There are 90 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 4 full-power, 8 low-power and 78 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

19 of them are within 25 miles of Bayfield, 40 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 31 are more than 45 miles out.

For the networks, the best local options are CBS on channel 6 (KREZ-TV) and NBC on channel 12 (KOBF). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOAT-TV in Albuquerque, NM, 153 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KFQX in Grand Junction, CO, 142 miles to the northwest. 2 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Bayfield

The main network towers around Bayfield are in different directions: CBS 279° W (17 mi) and NBC 223° SW (50 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

KOBF (NBC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Bayfield. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Bayfield

The farthest main network tower for Bayfield is KOBF (NBC), 50 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 stations near Bayfield

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 88; see all in the finder.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K19LD-DTranslator	6.8 mi	115° ESE	Weak	Bayfield, CO
K21OG-DTranslator	6.8 mi	115° ESE	Fair	Bayfield, CO
K34QD-DTranslator	6.8 mi	115° ESE	Fair	Bayfield & Ignacio, CO
K36IH-DTranslator	6.8 mi	115° ESE	Weak	Ignacio, CO
K10AD-DTranslator	9.5 mi	15° NNE	Poor	Vallecito, CO
K13PJ-DTranslator	9.5 mi	15° NNE	Poor	Vallecito, CO
K31FV-DTranslator	15 mi	302° WNW	Weak	Durango & Hermosa, CO
K25GE-DTranslator	15 mi	302° WNW	Weak	Durango, CO
K24NH-DTranslator	15 mi	302° WNW	Weak	Durango, CO
K09YK-DLow power	15 mi	291° WNW	Weak	Durango, Purgatory, CO
K16GZ-DLow power	15 mi	291° WNW	Weak	Durango, CO
KXZQ-LDTranslator	17 mi	279° W	Weak	Durango, CO
KRTN-TVFull power	17 mi	279° W	Good	Durango, CO
KRMUFull power	17 mi	279° W	Fair	Durango, CO
K08ET-DTranslator	17 mi	279° W	Fair	Durango, CO
K04PJ-DTranslator	24 mi	282° WNW	Poor	Hesperus, CO
K13XX-DTranslator	24 mi	282° WNW	Poor	Hesperus, CO
K02QI-DTranslator	24 mi	282° WNW	Poor	Hesperus, CO
K23OR-DTranslator	28 mi	95° E	Weak	Pagosa Springs, CO
K19LC-DTranslator	28 mi	95° E	Poor	Pagosa Springs, CO
K36PY-DTranslator	28 mi	95° E	Poor	Pagosa Springs, CO
K09DM-DTranslator	31 mi	286° WNW	Poor	Cortez, CO
K11LP-DTranslator	31 mi	286° WNW	Poor	Cortez, CO
K31CT-DLow power	31 mi	286° WNW	Weak	Cortez, CO
K07UY-DTranslator	31 mi	286° WNW	Poor	Cortez, CO

How Bayfield compares with the rest of Colorado

With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Bayfield ranks 170th of 225 places in Colorado: fewer than the typical Colorado town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 17 miles away, against a state median of 18 miles.

38% of Colorado's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Farmington, 49 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Bayfield: 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 223° SW, the direction of KOBF (NBC), 50 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 6 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 CBS in Bayfield, CO?

CBS is on channel 6 from KREZ-TV, broadcasting from 17 miles W of Bayfield. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is NBC in Bayfield, CO?

NBC is on channel 12 from KOBF, broadcasting from 50 miles SW of Bayfield. Estimated signal: very weak.

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

90 transmitters within 70 miles of Bayfield; around 6 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 Bayfield?

The main network towers around Bayfield are in different directions: CBS 279° W (17 mi) and NBC 223° SW (50 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Bayfield?

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.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Bayfield?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Bayfield?

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 Bayfield; signal estimates ignore terrain.