TV channels & antenna towers in Fort Polk South, Louisiana

Fort Polk South has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, CW and Telemundo. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K22NI-D, 13 miles to the N.

Open Fort Polk South in the live finder

20TV transmitters within 70 miles

4networks over the air

13 mito the closest tower

9,038population

Network channels in Fort Polk South

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CWKALB-TVCW	5.3	43 mi	91° E	Good	Alexandria, LA
ABCKVHP-LDABC	29.2	46 mi	264° W	Poor	Jasper, TX
CWKPLCCW	7.2	47 mi	164° SSE	Fair	Lake Charles, LA
ABCKLAX-TVABC	31	53 mi	48° NE	Fair	Alexandria, LA
ABCKVHPABC	29.2	57 mi	202° SSW	Good	Lake Charles, LA
TLMKWWE-LDTelemundo	19.3	58 mi	186° S	Poor	Lake Charles, LA
CBSKSWL-LDCBS	17	58 mi	186° S	Poor	Lake Charles, LA

Over-the-air TV in Fort Polk South

Fort Polk South, Louisiana has a population of about 9,040. Our map shows 20 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power, 1 Class A, 11 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 14 farther out. Four of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Lake Charles, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Lake Charles's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 29.2 (KVHP), CBS on channel 17 (KSWL-LD), CW on channel 5.3 (KALB-TV) and Telemundo on channel 19.3 (KWWE-LD). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WVLA-TV in Baton Rouge, LA, 126 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KADN-TV in Lafayette, LA, 76 miles to the southeast. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 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 Fort Polk South

Point your antenna SSW, at about 202°. The main network towers for Fort Polk South sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Fort Polk South at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across two other directions.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Fort Polk South, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Fort Polk South

The farthest main network tower for Fort Polk South is KVHP (ABC), 57 miles away with a good 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 Fort Polk South

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K22NI-DLow power	13 mi	4° N	Fair	Leesville, LA
K30QV-DLow power	21 mi	184° S	Fair	Deridder, LA
KBCAFull power	36 mi	106° ESE	Good	Alexandria, LA
K29NX-DLow power	36 mi	106° ESE	Weak	Alexandria, LA
K25PZ-DLow power	43 mi	91° E	Poor	Alexandria, LA
KLTL-TVFull power	47 mi	164° SSE	Fair	Lake Charles, LA
K30QG-DTranslator	48 mi	72° ENE	Poor	Alexandria, LA
K04SA-DLow power	48 mi	72° ENE	Poor	Alexandria, LA
K22OW-DLow power	49 mi	68° ENE	Poor	Alexandria, LA
KLPA-TVFull power	53 mi	48° NE	Good	Alexandria, LA
K21OB-DLow power	53 mi	182° S	Poor	Lake Charles, LA
K32PB-DLow power	57 mi	202° SSW	Poor	Lake Charles, LA
KFAM-CDClass A	58 mi	186° S	Poor	Lake Charles, LA

How Fort Polk South compares with the rest of Louisiana

With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Fort Polk South ranks 242nd of 283 places in Louisiana: fewer than the typical Louisiana town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 43 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, 49 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Fort Polk South: 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 202° SSW, the direction of KVHP (ABC), 57 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 9 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 Fort Polk South, LA?

ABC is on channel 29.2 from KVHP, broadcasting from 57 miles SSW of Fort Polk South. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CBS in Fort Polk South, LA?

CBS is on channel 17 from KSWL-LD, broadcasting from 58 miles S of Fort Polk South. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is CW in Fort Polk South, LA?

CW is on channel 5.3 from KALB-TV, broadcasting from 43 miles E of Fort Polk South. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Telemundo in Fort Polk South, LA?

Telemundo is on channel 19.3 from KWWE-LD, broadcasting from 58 miles S of Fort Polk South. Estimated signal: very weak.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Fort Polk South?

20 transmitters within 70 miles of Fort Polk South; around 9 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 Fort Polk South?

Point your antenna SSW, at about 202°. The main network towers for Fort Polk South sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Fort Polk South?

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 Fort Polk South?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Fort Polk South?

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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