TV channels & antenna towers in Pagosa Springs, Colorado
Pagosa Springs has 69 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K36PY-D, 7.3 miles to the SW.
Network channels in Pagosa Springs
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKREZ-TVCBS | 6 | 49 mi | 270° W | Poor | Durango, CO |
Over-the-air TV in Pagosa Springs
With roughly 1,760 residents, Pagosa Springs is a small community in Colorado. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 69 licensed TV transmitters: 3 full-power, 5 low-power and 61 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
6 of them are within 25 miles of Pagosa Springs, 11 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 52 are more than 45 miles out.
For the networks, the best local options are CBS on channel 6 (KREZ-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOAT-TV in Albuquerque, NM, 145 miles to the south. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOBF in Farmington, NM, 78 miles to the southwest. 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 Pagosa Springs
Point your antenna W, at about 270°. The main network towers for Pagosa Springs sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
KREZ-TV (CBS) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Pagosa Springs. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Pagosa Springs
The farthest main network tower for Pagosa Springs is KREZ-TV (CBS), 49 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 Pagosa Springs
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 68; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K36PY-DTranslator | 7.3 mi | 223° SW | Weak | Pagosa Springs, CO |
| K19LC-DTranslator | 7.3 mi | 223° SW | Weak | Pagosa Springs, CO |
| K23OR-DTranslator | 7.3 mi | 223° SW | Fair | Pagosa Springs, CO |
| K28ER-DTranslator | 20 mi | 174° S | Weak | Dulce & Lumberton, NM |
| K22GE-DTranslator | 20 mi | 174° S | Weak | Dulce, NM |
| K30EK-DTranslator | 20 mi | 174° S | Weak | Dulce & Lumberton, NM |
| K34QD-DTranslator | 27 mi | 257° WSW | Weak | Bayfield & Ignacio, CO |
| K36IH-DTranslator | 27 mi | 257° WSW | Poor | Ignacio, CO |
| K21OG-DTranslator | 27 mi | 257° WSW | Weak | Bayfield, CO |
| K19LD-DTranslator | 27 mi | 257° WSW | Poor | Bayfield, CO |
| K10AD-DTranslator | 31 mi | 282° WNW | Poor | Vallecito, CO |
| K13PJ-DTranslator | 31 mi | 282° WNW | Poor | Vallecito, CO |
| K15JO-DTranslator | 34 mi | 139° SE | Poor | Chama, NM |
| K09KJ-DTranslator | 34 mi | 139° SE | Poor | Tierra Amarilla, NM |
| K36KD-DTranslator | 34 mi | 139° SE | Poor | Tierra Amarilla, NM |
| K31FV-DTranslator | 45 mi | 276° W | Poor | Durango & Hermosa, CO |
| K25GE-DTranslator | 45 mi | 276° W | Poor | Durango, CO |
| K24NH-DTranslator | 45 mi | 276° W | Poor | Durango, CO |
| K09YK-DLow power | 47 mi | 273° W | Poor | Durango, Purgatory, CO |
| K16GZ-DLow power | 47 mi | 273° W | Poor | Durango, CO |
| KXZQ-LDTranslator | 49 mi | 270° W | Poor | Durango, CO |
| KRTN-TVFull power | 49 mi | 270° W | Poor | Durango, CO |
| KRMUFull power | 49 mi | 270° W | Poor | Durango, CO |
| K08ET-DTranslator | 49 mi | 270° W | Poor | Durango, CO |
| K35OO-DTranslator | 51 mi | 56° NE | Poor | Del Norte, CO |
How Pagosa Springs compares with the rest of Colorado
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Pagosa Springs ranks 193rd of 225 places in Colorado: fewer than the typical Colorado town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 49 miles away, against a state median of 18 miles.
38% of Colorado's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Pagosa Springs: 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 270° W, the direction of KREZ-TV (CBS), 49 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 1 station, 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 Pagosa Springs, CO?
CBS is on channel 6 from KREZ-TV, broadcasting from 49 miles W of Pagosa Springs. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Pagosa Springs?
69 transmitters within 70 miles of Pagosa Springs; around 1 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 Pagosa Springs?
Point your antenna W, at about 270°. The main network towers for Pagosa Springs sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Pagosa Springs?
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 Pagosa Springs?
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 Pagosa Springs?
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 Pagosa Springs; signal estimates ignore terrain.