TV channels & antenna towers in El Jebel, Colorado
El Jebel has 99 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CW and MeTV. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K34KM-D, 2.9 miles to the S.
Network channels in El Jebel
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVKREG-TVMeTV | 3.1 | 15 mi | 276° W | Fair | Glenwood Springs, CO |
| CWKJCT-CDCW | 8.2 | 67 mi | 249° WSW | Poor | Grand Junction, CO |
Over-the-air TV in El Jebel
With roughly 3,800 residents, El Jebel is a town in Colorado. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 99 licensed TV transmitters: 2 full-power, 3 Class A, 10 low-power and 84 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
41 of them are within 25 miles of El Jebel, 14 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 44 are more than 45 miles out.
For the networks, the best local options are CW on channel 8.2 (KJCT-CD) and 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, 102 miles to the east. 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. 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 El Jebel
Point your antenna S, at about 183°. The main network towers for El Jebel 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 El Jebel, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for El Jebel
The farthest main network tower for El Jebel is K36GX-D, 2.9 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 El Jebel
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 97; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K34KM-DTranslator | 2.9 mi | 183° S | Fair | Basalt, CO |
| K15IF-DTranslator | 2.9 mi | 183° S | Fair | Basalt, CO |
| K36GX-DTranslator | 2.9 mi | 183° S | Fair | Basalt, CO |
| K33HY-DTranslator | 2.9 mi | 183° S | Fair | Basalt, CO |
| K17JA-DTranslator | 2.9 mi | 183° S | Fair | Basalt, CO |
| K35IX-DTranslator | 2.9 mi | 183° S | Fair | Basalt, CO |
| K26PG-DTranslator | 9.6 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Woody Creek, CO |
| K46KI-DTranslator | 9.6 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Woody Creek, CO |
| K27OV-DTranslator | 9.6 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Woody Creek, CO |
| K32OK-DTranslator | 9.6 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Woody Creek, CO |
| K16FS-DTranslator | 9.6 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Woody Creek, CO |
| K25QI-DTranslator | 9.6 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Woody Creek, CO |
| K32OL-DTranslator | 13 mi | 212° SSW | Poor | Redstone, CO |
| K18GD-DTranslator | 13 mi | 212° SSW | Poor | Redstone, CO |
| K21OV-DTranslator | 13 mi | 212° SSW | Poor | Redstone, CO |
| K19HG-DTranslator | 13 mi | 212° SSW | Poor | Redstone, CO |
| K16NS-DTranslator | 13 mi | 212° SSW | Poor | Redstone, CO |
| K26IT-DTranslator | 13 mi | 212° SSW | Poor | Redstone, Etc., CO |
| K29CK-DTranslator | 15 mi | 277° W | Weak | Carbondale, CO |
| K31CW-DTranslator | 15 mi | 277° W | Weak | Carbondale, CO |
| K24NZ-DTranslator | 15 mi | 277° W | Weak | Carbondale, CO |
| K22OI-DTranslator | 15 mi | 277° W | Weak | Carbondale, CO |
| K28JY-DTranslator | 15 mi | 277° W | Weak | Carbondale, CO |
| K30JQ-DTranslator | 15 mi | 277° W | Weak | Carbondale, CO |
| K20OE-DTranslator | 15 mi | 277° W | Weak | Silt, CO |
How El Jebel compares with the rest of Colorado
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, El Jebel ranks 163rd of 225 places in Colorado: fewer than the typical Colorado town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 15 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 El Jebel: 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 183° S, the direction of K36GX-D, 2.9 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 7 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 CW in El Jebel, CO?
CW is on channel 8.2 from KJCT-CD, broadcasting from 67 miles WSW of El Jebel. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in El Jebel?
99 transmitters within 70 miles of El Jebel; around 7 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 El Jebel?
Point your antenna S, at about 183°. The main network towers for El Jebel sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in El Jebel?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in El Jebel?
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.
Is there an app to find TV towers in El Jebel?
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
- Basalt3.6 mi
- Carbondale6.5 mi
- Snowmass Village15 mi
- Glenwood Springs16 mi
- Gypsum19 mi
- Aspen20 mi
- Eagle23 mi
- New Castle27 mi
- Edwards32 mi
- Silt32 mi
- Avon34 mi
- Crested Butte37 mi
- Minturn38 mi
- Rifle38 mi
- Vail42 mi
- Leadville North43 mi
- Leadville44 mi
- Paonia45 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 El Jebel; signal estimates ignore terrain.