TV channels & antenna towers in Colfax, Louisiana

Colfax has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KLAX-TV (ABC), 9.8 miles to the ENE.

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17TV transmitters within 70 miles

4networks over the air

9.8 mito the closest tower

1,524population

Network channels in Colfax

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
ABCKLAX-TVABC	31	9.8 mi	71° ENE	Strong	Alexandria, LA
CWKALB-TVCW	5.3	36 mi	159° SSE	Good	Alexandria, LA
CWKARDCW	14.2	51 mi	38° NE	Good	West Monroe, LA
ABCKNOE-TVABC	8.2	60 mi	38° NE	Fair	Monroe, LA
MeTVKMLUMeTV	11.1	60 mi	38° NE	Fair	Columbia, LA
FOXWNTZ-TVFox	48	61 mi	80° E	Fair	Natchez, MS

Over-the-air TV in Colfax

With roughly 1,520 residents, Colfax is a small community in Louisiana. Our map shows 17 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 9 full-power, 7 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 5 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 6 farther out. Two of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Alexandria, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Alexandria's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 31 (KLAX-TV), Fox on channel 48 (WNTZ-TV), CW on channel 5.3 (KALB-TV) and MeTV on channel 11.1 (KMLU). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSLA in Shreveport, LA, 107 miles to the northwest. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTVE in El Dorado, AR, 111 miles to the north. 3 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 Colfax

Point your antenna ENE, at about 75°. The main network towers for Colfax sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Two network stations, KNOE-TV and KMLU, transmit from the same tower site about 60 miles northeast of Colfax (38° NE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.

Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Colfax at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.

WNTZ-TV (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Colfax. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Colfax

The farthest main network tower for Colfax is WNTZ-TV (Fox), 61 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.

KLAX-TV is only 9.8 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 Colfax

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
KLPA-TVFull power	9.9 mi	71° ENE	Strong	Alexandria, LA
K22OW-DLow power	21 mi	133° SE	Poor	Alexandria, LA
K30QG-DTranslator	23 mi	138° SE	Fair	Alexandria, LA
K04SA-DLow power	23 mi	138° SE	Weak	Alexandria, LA
K22NI-DLow power	35 mi	236° SW	Weak	Leesville, LA
K25PZ-DLow power	36 mi	159° SSE	Weak	Alexandria, LA
K12XQ-DLow power	38 mi	74° ENE	Poor	Columbia, LA
KBCAFull power	43 mi	173° S	Good	Alexandria, LA
K29NX-DLow power	43 mi	173° S	Poor	Alexandria, LA
KLTM-TVFull power	60 mi	38° NE	Good	Monroe, LA
K30QV-DLow power	62 mi	211° SSW	Poor	Deridder, LA

How Colfax compares with the rest of Louisiana

With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Colfax ranks 223rd of 283 places in Louisiana: fewer than the typical Louisiana town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 9.8 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.

27% of Louisiana's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Alexandria, 21 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Colfax: 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 80° E, the direction of WNTZ-TV (Fox), 61 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 10 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 Colfax, LA?

ABC is on channel 31 from KLAX-TV, broadcasting from 9.8 miles ENE of Colfax. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in Colfax, LA?

Fox is on channel 48 from WNTZ-TV, broadcasting from 61 miles E of Colfax. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Colfax, LA?

CW is on channel 5.3 from KALB-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles SSE of Colfax. Estimated signal: good.

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

17 transmitters within 70 miles of Colfax; around 10 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 Colfax?

Point your antenna ENE, at about 75°. The main network towers for Colfax sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Colfax?

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 Colfax?

KLAX-TV is only 9.8 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 Colfax?

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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