TV channels & antenna towers in Sheridan, Colorado
Sheridan has 60 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 34 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K12XK-D, 10 miles to the WSW.
Network channels in Sheridan
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIKCECUnivision | 14 | 10 mi | 279° W | Strong | Boulder, CO |
| NBCKUSANBC | 9 | 12 mi | 298° WNW | Good | Denver, CO |
| ABCKMGH-TVABC | 7 | 12 mi | 298° WNW | Good | Denver, CO |
| CBSKCNC-TVCBS | 4 | 12 mi | 298° WNW | Strong | Denver, CO |
| FOXKDVRFox | 31 | 13 mi | 297° WNW | Strong | Denver, CO |
| CWKWGN-TVCW | 2 | 13 mi | 298° WNW | Strong | Denver, CO |
| PBSKBDI-TVPBS | 12 | 25 mi | 276° W | Fair | Broomfield, CO |
| IONKPXC-TVION | 59 | 32 mi | 12° NNE | Good | Denver, CO |
| TLMKDEN-TVTelemundo | 25 | 32 mi | 12° NNE | Good | Longmont, CO |
| TBNKPJR-TVTrinity | 38 | 32 mi | 12° NNE | Good | Greeley, CO |
| TLMKTLO-LDTelemundo | 46 | 57 mi | 170° S | Poor | Colorado Springs, CO |
| ABCKRDO-TVABC | 13 | 63 mi | 172° S | Fair | Colorado Springs, CO |
| CWKXTU-LDCW | 57 | 63 mi | 172° S | Poor | Colorado Springs, CO |
| CWKXRM-TVCW | 21.2 | 63 mi | 172° S | Fair | Colorado Springs, CO |
| CBSKKTVCBS | 11 | 63 mi | 172° S | Fair | Colorado Springs, CO |
| UNIKVSN-DTUnivision | 48 | 63 mi | 172° S | Fair | Pueblo, CO |
| NBCKOAA-TVNBC | 5 | 63 mi | 172° S | Good | Pueblo, CO |
| IONKCDO-TVION | 10.2 | 64 mi | 65° ENE | Fair | Sterling, CO |
| FOXKFCTFox | 22 | 70 mi | 9° N | Poor | Fort Collins, CO |
Over-the-air TV in Sheridan
Sheridan is a town of about 6,040 people in Colorado. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 60 licensed TV transmitters: 24 full-power, 2 Class A, 27 low-power and 7 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 34 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 21 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 27 transmitters are within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 29 farther out. Six of the 19 network stations in range are licensed to Denver, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Denver's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 7 (KMGH-TV), CBS on channel 4 (KCNC-TV), NBC on channel 9 (KUSA), Fox on channel 31 (KDVR), PBS on channel 12 (KBDI-TV), CW on channel 2 (KWGN-TV), ION on channel 59 (KPXC-TV), Telemundo on channel 25 (KDEN-TV), Univision on channel 14 (KCEC) and Trinity on channel 38 (KPJR-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (strong signal). 7 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 Sheridan
Point your antenna WNW, at about 293°. The main network towers for Sheridan sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, KUSA, KMGH-TV, KCNC-TV, KDVR and KWGN-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 12 miles northwest of Sheridan (298° WNW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 16 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Sheridan at fair strength or better, 31% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across four other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Sheridan, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Sheridan
The farthest main network tower for Sheridan is KBDI-TV (PBS), 25 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
KETD is only 10 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Sheridan
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 41; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K12XK-DLow power | 10 mi | 252° WSW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KRMTFull power | 10 mi | 252° WSW | Good | Denver, CO |
| KDNF-LDLow power | 10 mi | 252° WSW | Good | Arvada, CO |
| KETDFull power | 10 mi | 279° W | Strong | Castle Rock, CO |
| KRMA-TVFull power | 10 mi | 279° W | Strong | Denver, CO |
| KTVDFull power | 12 mi | 298° WNW | Strong | Denver, CO |
| KQDK-CDClass A | 13 mi | 297° WNW | Good | Denver, CO |
| KLPD-LDLow power | 13 mi | 297° WNW | Good | Denver, CO |
| KHDT-LDLow power | 13 mi | 297° WNW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KZDN-LDLow power | 13 mi | 297° WNW | Good | Denver, CO |
| KZCO-LDLow power | 13 mi | 297° WNW | Good | Denver, CO |
| KBRO-LDLow power | 13 mi | 297° WNW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KPDD-LDLow power | 13 mi | 297° WNW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KTFD-TVFull power | 13 mi | 298° WNW | Strong | Denver, CO |
| KSBS-CDClass A | 13 mi | 298° WNW | Good | Denver, CO |
| KDEO-LDLow power | 13 mi | 298° WNW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| K05MD-DLow power | 18 mi | 184° S | Weak | Cripple Creek, Etc., CO |
| KXDP-LDLow power | 23 mi | 322° NW | Weak | Denver, CO |
| K22NW-DTranslator | 24 mi | 335° NNW | Fair | Boulder, CO |
| K24HQ-DTranslator | 24 mi | 335° NNW | Weak | Boulder, CO |
| KAVC-LDLow power | 24 mi | 335° NNW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| K19MN-DTranslator | 46 mi | 183° S | Poor | Lake George, CO |
| K28GE-DLow power | 46 mi | 183° S | Poor | Woodland Park, CO |
| K29HM-DTranslator | 49 mi | 213° SSW | Poor | Lake George, CO |
| K10PM-DTranslator | 52 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Breckenridge, CO |
How Sheridan compares with the rest of Colorado
With 34 stations at fair strength or better, Sheridan ranks 11th of 225 places in Colorado: more than the typical Colorado town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 10 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. The nearest larger city is Englewood, 2.0 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Sheridan: 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 276° W, the direction of KBDI-TV (PBS), 25 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 34 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 ABC in Sheridan, CO?
ABC is on channel 7 from KMGH-TV, broadcasting from 12 miles WNW of Sheridan. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Sheridan, CO?
CBS is on channel 4 from KCNC-TV, broadcasting from 12 miles WNW of Sheridan. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Sheridan, CO?
NBC is on channel 9 from KUSA, broadcasting from 12 miles WNW of Sheridan. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Sheridan, CO?
Fox is on channel 31 from KDVR, broadcasting from 13 miles WNW of Sheridan. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is PBS in Sheridan, CO?
PBS is on channel 12 from KBDI-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles W of Sheridan. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Sheridan?
60 transmitters within 70 miles of Sheridan; around 34 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 Sheridan?
Point your antenna WNW, at about 293°. The main network towers for Sheridan sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Sheridan?
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 Sheridan?
KETD is only 10 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Sheridan?
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
- Englewood2.0 mi
- Littleton2.4 mi
- Cherry Hills Village3.5 mi
- Greenwood Village4.5 mi
- Columbine4.7 mi
- Lakewood5.0 mi
- Southglenn5.6 mi
- Glendale6.3 mi
- Denver6.7 mi
- Ken Caryl6.7 mi
- Highlands Ranch7.1 mi
- Edgewater7.6 mi
- Cherry Creek7.6 mi
- Castlewood7.9 mi
- Wheat Ridge8.7 mi
- Centennial9.2 mi
- Lone Tree9.9 mi
- Applewood11 mi
- Berkley11 mi
- Arvada11 mi
- Dove Valley11 mi
- Aurora12 mi
- Commerce City12 mi
- Twin Lakes12 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 Sheridan; signal estimates ignore terrain.