TV channels & antenna towers in Telluride, Colorado

Telluride has 105 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K09PJ-D, 9.6 miles to the NE.

Open Telluride in the live finder

105TV transmitters within 70 miles

1networks over the air

9.6 mito the closest tower

2,399population

Network channels in Telluride

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CBSKREY-TVCBS	10	40 mi	357° N	Poor	Montrose, CO
CBSKREZ-TVCBS	6	47 mi	186° S	Poor	Durango, CO

Over-the-air TV in Telluride

Telluride is a small community of about 2,400 people in Colorado. There are 105 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 4 full-power, 8 low-power and 93 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.

By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 46 between 25 and 45 miles, and 56 farther 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 KRDO-TV in Colorado Springs, CO, 169 miles to the east. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOBF in Farmington, NM, 89 miles to the south. 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 Telluride

Point your antenna S, at about 186°. The main network towers for Telluride 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 Telluride. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Telluride

The farthest main network tower for Telluride is KREZ-TV (CBS), 47 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 Telluride

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 103; see all in the finder.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K09PJ-DTranslator	9.6 mi	56° NE	Poor	Ouray, CO
K03AY-DTranslator	17 mi	7° N	Poor	Ridgway, Etc., CO
K31IW-DTranslator	17 mi	7° N	Weak	Ridgway, CO
K35NS-DTranslator	32 mi	13° NNE	Poor	Montrose, CO
K32CW-DTranslator	34 mi	321° NW	Weak	Montrose, CO
K23NW-DTranslator	34 mi	321° NW	Weak	Montrose, CO
K21JK-DTranslator	34 mi	321° NW	Weak	Montrose, CO
K02IK-DTranslator	38 mi	54° NE	Poor	Gateview, CO
K27LK-DTranslator	38 mi	54° NE	Poor	Gateview, CO
K29IT-DTranslator	39 mi	51° NE	Poor	Gateview, CO
K28QA-DTranslator	40 mi	47° NE	Poor	Sapinero, CO
K26OS-DTranslator	40 mi	47° NE	Poor	Sapinero, CO
K28AD-DTranslator	40 mi	357° N	Poor	Montrose, CO
K24NH-DTranslator	41 mi	181° S	Poor	Durango, CO
K31FV-DTranslator	41 mi	181° S	Poor	Durango & Hermosa, CO
K25GE-DTranslator	41 mi	181° S	Poor	Durango, CO
K10AD-DTranslator	42 mi	160° SSE	Poor	Vallecito, CO
K13PJ-DTranslator	42 mi	160° SSE	Poor	Vallecito, CO
K17JJ-DTranslator	43 mi	205° SSW	Poor	Cortez, CO
K34PV-DLow power	43 mi	205° SSW	Poor	Cortez, CO
K15MJ-DTranslator	44 mi	205° SSW	Poor	Cortez, Etc, CO
K33QG-DTranslator	44 mi	205° SSW	Poor	Cortez, Etc, CO
K20OG-DTranslator	44 mi	205° SSW	Poor	Cortez, Etc, CO
K28EB-DTranslator	44 mi	205° SSW	Poor	Cortez, Etc, CO
K22CU-DTranslator	44 mi	205° SSW	Poor	Cortez, Etc, CO

How Telluride compares with the rest of Colorado

With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Telluride ranks 212th of 225 places in Colorado: fewer than the typical Colorado town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 40 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 Telluride: 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 186° S, the direction of KREZ-TV (CBS), 47 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 0 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 Telluride, CO?

CBS is on channel 6 from KREZ-TV, broadcasting from 47 miles S of Telluride. Estimated signal: very weak.

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

105 transmitters within 70 miles of Telluride; around 0 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 Telluride?

Point your antenna S, at about 186°. The main network towers for Telluride sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Telluride?

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 Telluride?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Telluride?

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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