TV channels & antenna towers in Council Grove, Kansas
Council Grove has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K26PI-D, 24 miles to the W.
Network channels in Council Grove
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWIBW-TVCBS | 13 | 34 mi | 45° NE | Fair | Topeka, KS |
| FOXKTMJ-CDFox | 43 | 40 mi | 51° NE | Weak | Topeka, KS |
| CWKTKA-TVCW | 49.3 | 40 mi | 51° NE | Good | Topeka, KS |
| FOXKSNTFox | 27.2 | 48 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Topeka, KS |
| FOXKAAS-TVFox | 17 | 57 mi | 303° WNW | Fair | Salina, KS |
| NBCKSNL-LDNBC | 6 | 65 mi | 281° WNW | Poor | Salina, KS |
| ABCKHDS-LDABC | 29 | 65 mi | 281° WNW | Poor | Salina, KS |
Over-the-air TV in Council Grove
Council Grove is a small community of about 2,090 people in Kansas. There are 21 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 6 full-power, 1 Class A, 13 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 12 between 25 and 45 miles, and 8 farther out. Four of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Topeka, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Topeka's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 29 (KHDS-LD), CBS on channel 13 (WIBW-TV), NBC on channel 6 (KSNL-LD), Fox on channel 27.2 (KSNT) and CW on channel 49.3 (KTKA-TV). 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 Council Grove
Point your antenna NE, at about 48°. The main network towers for Council Grove sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KTMJ-CD and KTKA-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 40 miles northeast of Council Grove (51° NE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Council Grove at fair strength or better, 75% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Council Grove, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Council Grove
The farthest main network tower for Council Grove is KSNT (Fox), 48 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Council Grove
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K26PI-DLow power | 24 mi | 273° W | Weak | Kansas City, KS |
| KQKC-LDLow power | 33 mi | 32° NNE | Weak | Topeka, KS |
| K22OA-DLow power | 34 mi | 45° NE | Weak | Topeka, KS |
| KKSU-LDLow power | 37 mi | 353° N | Poor | Manhattan, KS |
| K36IO-DLow power | 40 mi | 350° N | Poor | Manhattan, KS |
| K32JQ-DLow power | 40 mi | 350° N | Poor | Manhattan, KS |
| K29OC-DLow power | 40 mi | 350° N | Poor | Chapman, KS |
| K15NC-DLow power | 43 mi | 59° ENE | Poor | Manhattan, KS |
| WROB-LDLow power | 43 mi | 59° ENE | Poor | Topeka, KS |
| K35KX-DLow power | 43 mi | 76° ENE | Poor | Topeka, KS |
| KTWUFull power | 48 mi | 54° NE | Fair | Topeka, KS |
| KSQAFull power | 51 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | Topeka, KS |
| K23MS-DLow power | 57 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| KGKT-LDTranslator | 62 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Lawrence, KS |
How Council Grove compares with the rest of Kansas
With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Council Grove ranks 140th of 216 places in Kansas: fewer than the typical Kansas town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 34 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
36% of Kansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Emporia, 24 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Council Grove: 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 52° NE, the direction of KSNT (Fox), 48 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 5 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 Council Grove, KS?
ABC is on channel 29 from KHDS-LD, broadcasting from 65 miles WNW of Council Grove. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CBS in Council Grove, KS?
CBS is on channel 13 from WIBW-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles NE of Council Grove. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Council Grove, KS?
NBC is on channel 6 from KSNL-LD, broadcasting from 65 miles WNW of Council Grove. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Fox in Council Grove, KS?
Fox is on channel 27.2 from KSNT, broadcasting from 48 miles NE of Council Grove. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Council Grove, KS?
CW is on channel 49.3 from KTKA-TV, broadcasting from 40 miles NE of Council Grove. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Council Grove?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of Council Grove; around 5 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 Council Grove?
Point your antenna NE, at about 48°. The main network towers for Council Grove sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Council Grove?
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 Council Grove?
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 Council Grove?
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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