TV channels & antenna towers in Little Falls, Minnesota

Little Falls has 41 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS and ION. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K16BQ-D, 26 miles to the NNE.

41TV transmitters within 70 miles
3networks over the air
26 mito the closest tower
8,649population

Network channels in Little Falls

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
ABCKSAXABC42 44 mi244° WSW FairAlexandria, MN
IONKPXM-TVION41 64 mi133° SE WeakSt. Cloud, MN
CBSKCCW-TVCBS12 66 mi356° N PoorWalker, MN

Over-the-air TV in Little Falls

Little Falls, Minnesota has a population of about 8,650. Our map shows 41 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 5 full-power, 22 low-power and 14 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

0 of them are within 25 miles of Little Falls, 9 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 32 are more than 45 miles out.

The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 42 (KSAX), CBS on channel 12 (KCCW-TV) and ION on channel 41 (KPXM-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KARE in Minneapolis, MN, 87 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KMSP-TV in Minneapolis, MN, 87 miles to the southeast. 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 Little Falls

The main network towers around Little Falls are in different directions: ABC 244° WSW (44 mi) and CBS 356° N (66 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Little Falls

The farthest main network tower for Little Falls is KCCW-TV (CBS), 66 miles away with a very 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.

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 Little Falls

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 38; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
K16BQ-DTranslator26 mi 21° NNEFairBrainerd, MN
K20NH-DTranslator26 mi 21° NNEWeakBrainerd, MN
K20KW-DLow power26 mi 205° SSWPoorSaint Cloud, MN
K26PF-DLow power28 mi 179° SFairSaint Cloud, MN
KONCFull power29 mi 194° SSWGoodAlexandria, MN
WCMN-LDLow power30 mi 171° SFairSt. Cloud-Sartell, MN
KAWBFull power31 mi 351° NGoodBrainerd, MN
K17FE-DTranslator44 mi 311° NWPoorWadena, MN
K22NL-DLow power47 mi 312° NWPoorWadena, MN
K28PQ-DLow power52 mi 142° SEPoorSaint Cloud, MN
K33DB-DLow power52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN
K22DV-DLow power52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN
K30AF-DLow power52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN
K18DG-DLow power52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN
K14LZ-DLow power52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN
K36KH-DTranslator52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN
K16CO-DLow power52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN
K20AC-DLow power52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN
K27KN-DTranslator52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN
K34AF-DLow power52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN
K26CL-DLow power52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN
K32EB-DLow power52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN
K21GN-DLow power52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN
K25QV-DLow power52 mi 267° WPoorSt Cloud, MN
K29NY-DLow power52 mi 267° WPoorAlexandria, MN

How Little Falls compares with the rest of Minnesota

With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Little Falls ranks 281st of 371 places in Minnesota: fewer than the typical Minnesota town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 44 miles away, against a state median of 24 miles.

33% of Minnesota's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Saint Cloud, 30 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Little Falls: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 356° N, the direction of KCCW-TV (CBS), 66 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 6 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Little Falls, MN?

ABC is on channel 42 from KSAX, broadcasting from 44 miles WSW of Little Falls. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CBS in Little Falls, MN?

CBS is on channel 12 from KCCW-TV, broadcasting from 66 miles N of Little Falls. Estimated signal: very weak.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Little Falls?

41 transmitters within 70 miles of Little Falls; around 6 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 Little Falls?

The main network towers around Little Falls are in different directions: ABC 244° WSW (44 mi) and CBS 356° N (66 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Little Falls?

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 112° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Little Falls?

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 Little Falls?

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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