TV channels & antenna towers in Baxter, Minnesota

Baxter has 32 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC and CBS. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K16BQ-D, 6.0 miles to the ESE.

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32TV transmitters within 70 miles

2networks over the air

6.0 mito the closest tower

7,934population

Network channels in Baxter

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CBSKCCW-TVCBS	12	42 mi	349° N	Fair	Walker, MN
ABCKSAXABC	42	62 mi	224° SW	Weak	Alexandria, MN

Over-the-air TV in Baxter

Baxter is a town of about 7,930 people in Minnesota. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 32 licensed TV transmitters: 4 full-power, 19 low-power and 9 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

3 of them are within 25 miles of Baxter, 3 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 26 are more than 45 miles out.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 42 (KSAX) and CBS on channel 12 (KCCW-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KARE in Minneapolis, MN, 104 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KFTC in Bemidji, MN, 87 miles to the north. 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 Baxter

The main network towers around Baxter are in different directions: ABC 224° SW (62 mi) and CBS 349° N (42 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

KSAX (ABC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Baxter. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Baxter

The farthest main network tower for Baxter is KSAX (ABC), 62 miles away with a 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 Baxter

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 30; see all in the finder.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K16BQ-DTranslator	6.0 mi	104° ESE	Good	Brainerd, MN
K20NH-DTranslator	6.0 mi	104° ESE	Fair	Brainerd, MN
KAWBFull power	10.0 mi	303° WNW	Good	Brainerd, MN
K17FE-DTranslator	37 mi	275° W	Weak	Wadena, MN
K22NL-DLow power	39 mi	279° W	Poor	Wadena, MN
K20KW-DLow power	51 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Saint Cloud, MN
K32FY-DTranslator	53 mi	320° NW	Poor	Park Rapids, MN
K26PF-DLow power	53 mi	183° S	Poor	Saint Cloud, MN
K35KH-DTranslator	54 mi	345° NNW	Poor	Walker, MN
K24KT-DTranslator	54 mi	345° NNW	Poor	Walker, MN
K21HX-DTranslator	54 mi	345° NNW	Poor	Walker, MN
KONCFull power	55 mi	191° SSW	Fair	Alexandria, MN
WCMN-LDLow power	55 mi	179° S	Poor	St. Cloud-Sartell, MN
K16KM-DLow power	62 mi	337° NNW	Poor	Bemidji, MN
K33DB-DLow power	62 mi	243° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K22DV-DLow power	62 mi	243° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K30AF-DLow power	62 mi	243° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K18DG-DLow power	62 mi	243° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K14LZ-DLow power	62 mi	243° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K36KH-DTranslator	62 mi	243° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K16CO-DLow power	62 mi	243° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K20AC-DLow power	62 mi	243° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K27KN-DTranslator	62 mi	243° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K34AF-DLow power	62 mi	243° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K26CL-DLow power	62 mi	243° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN

How Baxter compares with the rest of Minnesota

With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Baxter ranks 299th of 371 places in Minnesota: fewer than the typical Minnesota town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 42 miles away, against a state median of 24 miles.

33% of Minnesota's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Baxter: 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 224° SW, the direction of KSAX (ABC), 62 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 Baxter, MN?

ABC is on channel 42 from KSAX, broadcasting from 62 miles SW of Baxter. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is CBS in Baxter, MN?

CBS is on channel 12 from KCCW-TV, broadcasting from 42 miles N of Baxter. Estimated signal: fair.

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

32 transmitters within 70 miles of Baxter; 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 Baxter?

The main network towers around Baxter are in different directions: ABC 224° SW (62 mi) and CBS 349° N (42 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Baxter?

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. The towers are spread over about 125° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Baxter?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Baxter?

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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