TV channels & antenna towers in Lake Shore, Minnesota

Lake Shore has 32 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC and CBS. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KAWB, 6.5 miles to the SW.

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32TV transmitters within 70 miles

2networks over the air

6.5 mito the closest tower

1,023population

Network channels in Lake Shore

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CBSKCCW-TVCBS	12	31 mi	352° N	Fair	Walker, MN
ABCKSAXABC	42	67 mi	216° SW	Weak	Alexandria, MN

Over-the-air TV in Lake Shore

With roughly 1,020 residents, Lake Shore is a small community in Minnesota. Our map shows 32 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 4 full-power, 19 low-power and 9 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 7 between 25 and 45 miles, and 22 farther 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 KBJR-TV in Superior, WI, 109 miles to the east. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KFTC in Bemidji, MN, 77 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 Lake Shore

The main network towers around Lake Shore are in different directions: ABC 216° SW (67 mi) and CBS 352° N (31 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 Lake Shore. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Lake Shore

The farthest main network tower for Lake Shore is KSAX (ABC), 67 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.

KAWB is only 6.5 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 Lake Shore

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
KAWBFull power	6.5 mi	228° SW	Strong	Brainerd, MN
K16BQ-DTranslator	15 mi	141° SE	Fair	Brainerd, MN
K20NH-DTranslator	15 mi	141° SE	Fair	Brainerd, MN
K17FE-DTranslator	34 mi	259° W	Weak	Wadena, MN
K22NL-DLow power	35 mi	264° W	Poor	Wadena, MN
K35KH-DTranslator	43 mi	346° NNW	Poor	Walker, MN
K24KT-DTranslator	43 mi	346° NNW	Poor	Walker, MN
K21HX-DTranslator	43 mi	346° NNW	Poor	Walker, MN
K32FY-DTranslator	43 mi	315° NW	Poor	Park Rapids, MN
K16KM-DLow power	52 mi	336° NNW	Poor	Bemidji, MN
K20KW-DLow power	60 mi	191° S	Poor	Saint Cloud, MN
K26PF-DLow power	63 mi	180° S	Poor	Saint Cloud, MN
KONCFull power	64 mi	187° S	Weak	Alexandria, MN
K33DB-DLow power	64 mi	234° SW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K22DV-DLow power	64 mi	234° SW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K30AF-DLow power	64 mi	234° SW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K18DG-DLow power	64 mi	234° SW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K14LZ-DLow power	64 mi	234° SW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K36KH-DTranslator	64 mi	234° SW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K16CO-DLow power	64 mi	234° SW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K20AC-DLow power	64 mi	234° SW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K27KN-DTranslator	64 mi	234° SW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K34AF-DLow power	64 mi	234° SW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K26CL-DLow power	64 mi	234° SW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K32EB-DLow power	64 mi	234° SW	Poor	Alexandria, MN

How Lake Shore compares with the rest of Minnesota

With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Lake Shore ranks 314th of 371 places in Minnesota: fewer than the typical Minnesota town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 31 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 Lake Shore: 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 216° SW, the direction of KSAX (ABC), 67 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 4 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 Lake Shore, MN?

ABC is on channel 42 from KSAX, broadcasting from 67 miles SW of Lake Shore. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is CBS in Lake Shore, MN?

CBS is on channel 12 from KCCW-TV, broadcasting from 31 miles N of Lake Shore. Estimated signal: fair.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Lake Shore?

32 transmitters within 70 miles of Lake Shore; around 4 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 Lake Shore?

The main network towers around Lake Shore are in different directions: ABC 216° SW (67 mi) and CBS 352° N (31 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Lake Shore?

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 136° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Lake Shore?

KAWB is only 6.5 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 Lake Shore?

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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