TV channels & antenna towers in Ketchum, Idaho
Ketchum has 19 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox and CW. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K15HR-D, 38 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in Ketchum
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCKTFT-LDNBC | 7 | 66 mi | 182° S | Poor | Twin Falls, ID |
| CWKMVTCW | 11.2 | 66 mi | 182° S | Poor | Twin Falls, ID |
| FOXKSVT-CDFox | 43 | 66 mi | 182° S | Poor | Twin Falls, ID |
| ABCKSAW-LDABC | 6 | 66 mi | 182° S | Poor | Twin Falls, ID |
Over-the-air TV in Ketchum
Ketchum is a town of about 2,730 people in Idaho. There are 19 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 3 full-power, 1 Class A, 9 low-power and 6 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 18 farther out. Four of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Twin Falls, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Twin Falls's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 6 (KSAW-LD), NBC on channel 7 (KTFT-LD), Fox on channel 43 (KSVT-CD) and CW on channel 11.2 (KMVT). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KXLF-TV in Butte, MT, 186 miles to the northeast. 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 Ketchum
Point your antenna S, at about 182°. The main network towers for Ketchum sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KMVT and KSVT-CD, transmit from the same tower site about 66 miles south of Ketchum (182° S). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
KSVT-CD (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Ketchum. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Ketchum
The farthest main network tower for Ketchum is KSVT-CD (Fox), 66 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Ketchum
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K15HR-DTranslator | 38 mi | 63° ENE | Poor | Mackay, ID |
| K22IM-DLow power | 61 mi | 13° NNE | Poor | Challis, ID |
| K10AW-DTranslator | 62 mi | 13° NNE | Poor | Challis, ID |
| K12LS-DTranslator | 62 mi | 13° NNE | Poor | Challis, ID |
| K25OX-DTranslator | 64 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Hagerman, ID |
| K18NF-DTranslator | 64 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Hagerman, ID |
| K29GV-DLow power | 64 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Hagerman, ID |
| K31IF-DTranslator | 64 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Hagerman, ID |
| KIPTFull power | 66 mi | 182° S | Poor | Twin Falls, ID |
| KBAX-LDLow power | 66 mi | 182° S | Poor | Jerome, ID |
| KYTL-LDLow power | 66 mi | 182° S | Poor | Shoshone, ID |
| KDLN-LDLow power | 66 mi | 182° S | Poor | Twin Falls, ID |
| KGLW-LDLow power | 66 mi | 182° S | Poor | Twin Falls, ID |
| K21ME-DLow power | 66 mi | 182° S | Poor | Twin Falls, ID |
| KXTFFull power | 66 mi | 182° S | Poor | Twin Falls, ID |
How Ketchum compares with the rest of Idaho
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Ketchum ranks 94th of 98 places in Idaho: fewer than the typical Idaho town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 66 miles away, against a state median of 35 miles.
44% of Idaho's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Ketchum: 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 182° S, the direction of KSVT-CD (Fox), 66 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 ABC in Ketchum, ID?
ABC is on channel 6 from KSAW-LD, broadcasting from 66 miles S of Ketchum. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is NBC in Ketchum, ID?
NBC is on channel 7 from KTFT-LD, broadcasting from 66 miles S of Ketchum. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Fox in Ketchum, ID?
Fox is on channel 43 from KSVT-CD, broadcasting from 66 miles S of Ketchum. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Ketchum, ID?
CW is on channel 11.2 from KMVT, broadcasting from 66 miles S of Ketchum. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ketchum?
19 transmitters within 70 miles of Ketchum; 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 Ketchum?
Point your antenna S, at about 182°. The main network towers for Ketchum sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Ketchum?
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 Ketchum?
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 Ketchum?
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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