TV channels & antenna towers in Menahga, Minnesota

Menahga has 31 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS and Fox. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K32FY-D, 13 miles to the NNE.

Open Menahga in the live finder

31TV transmitters within 70 miles

2networks over the air

13 mito the closest tower

1,339population

Network channels in Menahga

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CBSKCCW-TVCBS	12	33 mi	67° ENE	Fair	Walker, MN
FOXKVRRFox	15	54 mi	265° W	Good	Fargo, ND
FOXKFTCFox	26	57 mi	14° NNE	Poor	Bemidji, MN

Over-the-air TV in Menahga

With roughly 1,340 residents, Menahga is a small community in Minnesota. Our map shows 31 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 4 full-power, 16 low-power and 11 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.

By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 7 between 25 and 45 miles, and 22 farther out.

For the networks, the best local options are CBS on channel 12 (KCCW-TV) and Fox on channel 15 (KVRR). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSAX in Alexandria, MN, 73 miles to the south. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KVLY-TV in Fargo, ND, 111 miles to the west. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Menahga

The main network towers around Menahga are in different directions: CBS 67° ENE (33 mi) and Fox 265° W (54 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Menahga

The farthest main network tower for Menahga is KVRR (Fox), 54 miles away with a good 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 Menahga

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 28; see all in the finder.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K32FY-DTranslator	13 mi	19° NNE	Fair	Park Rapids, MN
K22NL-DLow power	23 mi	180° S	Weak	Wadena, MN
K17FE-DTranslator	25 mi	177° S	Fair	Wadena, MN
K16KM-DLow power	32 mi	26° NNE	Weak	Bemidji, MN
K35KH-DTranslator	34 mi	46° NE	Weak	Walker, MN
K24KT-DTranslator	34 mi	46° NE	Weak	Walker, MN
K21HX-DTranslator	34 mi	46° NE	Weak	Walker, MN
KAWBFull power	38 mi	127° SE	Good	Brainerd, MN
K08QE-DTranslator	48 mi	247° WSW	Poor	Fergus Falls, MN
K28DD-DTranslator	51 mi	15° NNE	Poor	Bemidji, MN
K16BQ-DTranslator	53 mi	124° ESE	Poor	Brainerd, MN
K20NH-DTranslator	53 mi	124° ESE	Poor	Brainerd, MN
K33DB-DLow power	59 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K22DV-DLow power	59 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K30AF-DLow power	59 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K18DG-DLow power	59 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K14LZ-DLow power	59 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K36KH-DTranslator	59 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K16CO-DLow power	59 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K20AC-DLow power	59 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K27KN-DTranslator	59 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K34AF-DLow power	59 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K26CL-DLow power	59 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K32EB-DLow power	59 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN
K21GN-DLow power	59 mi	197° SSW	Poor	Alexandria, MN

How Menahga compares with the rest of Minnesota

With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Menahga ranks 299th of 371 places in Minnesota: fewer than the typical Minnesota town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 33 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 Menahga: 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 265° W, the direction of KVRR (Fox), 54 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 CBS in Menahga, MN?

CBS is on channel 12 from KCCW-TV, broadcasting from 33 miles ENE of Menahga. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is Fox in Menahga, MN?

Fox is on channel 15 from KVRR, broadcasting from 54 miles W of Menahga. Estimated signal: good.

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

31 transmitters within 70 miles of Menahga; 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 Menahga?

The main network towers around Menahga are in different directions: CBS 67° ENE (33 mi) and Fox 265° W (54 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Menahga?

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 163° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Menahga?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Menahga?

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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