TV channels & antenna towers in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota

Red Lake Falls has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC and Fox. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KGFE, 17 miles to the WNW.

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16TV transmitters within 70 miles

2networks over the air

17 mito the closest tower

1,406population

Network channels in Red Lake Falls

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
FOXKBRRFox	10	17 mi	293° WNW	Fair	Thief River Falls, MN
NBCKVLY-TVNBC	11	60 mi	232° SW	Good	Fargo, ND

Over-the-air TV in Red Lake Falls

With roughly 1,410 residents, Red Lake Falls is a small community in Minnesota. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 16 licensed TV transmitters: 6 full-power, 4 low-power and 6 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.

3 of them are within 25 miles of Red Lake Falls, 3 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 10 are more than 45 miles out.

The strongest network signals here are NBC on channel 11 (KVLY-TV) and Fox on channel 10 (KBRR). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WDAY-TV in Fargo, ND, 74 miles to the southwest. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KCCW-TV in Walker, MN, 107 miles to the southeast. 4 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 Red Lake Falls

The main network towers around Red Lake Falls are in different directions: NBC 232° SW (60 mi) and Fox 293° WNW (17 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 Red Lake Falls, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Red Lake Falls

The farthest main network tower for Red Lake Falls is KVLY-TV (NBC), 60 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 Red Lake Falls

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
KGFEFull power	17 mi	293° WNW	Fair	Grand Forks, ND
KCGE-DTFull power	17 mi	293° WNW	Good	Crookston, MN
K31MP-DLow power	35 mi	278° W	Poor	Grand Forks, ND
K18NT-DLow power	35 mi	280° W	Poor	Grand Forks, ND
K30LR-DLow power	36 mi	279° W	Weak	Grand Forks, ND
K32MF-DTranslator	57 mi	92° E	Poor	Red Lake, MN
K34NP-DTranslator	57 mi	92° E	Poor	Red Lake, MN
K24MM-DTranslator	57 mi	92° E	Poor	Red Lake, MN
K20MN-DTranslator	57 mi	92° E	Poor	Red Lake, MN
K22MF-DTranslator	57 mi	92° E	Poor	Red Lake, MN
K36OA-DTranslator	57 mi	92° E	Poor	Red Lake, MN
K28MA-DLow power	60 mi	232° SW	Poor	Argusville, ND
KNGFFull power	60 mi	232° SW	Good	Grand Forks, ND
KRDK-TVFull power	65 mi	230° SW	Fair	Valley City, ND

How Red Lake Falls compares with the rest of Minnesota

With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Red Lake Falls ranks 281st of 371 places in Minnesota: fewer than the typical Minnesota town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 17 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 Grand Forks, 35 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Red Lake Falls: 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 232° SW, the direction of KVLY-TV (NBC), 60 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 6 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 NBC in Red Lake Falls, MN?

NBC is on channel 11 from KVLY-TV, broadcasting from 60 miles SW of Red Lake Falls. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Red Lake Falls, MN?

Fox is on channel 10 from KBRR, broadcasting from 17 miles WNW of Red Lake Falls. Estimated signal: fair.

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

16 transmitters within 70 miles of Red Lake 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 Red Lake Falls?

The main network towers around Red Lake Falls are in different directions: NBC 232° SW (60 mi) and Fox 293° WNW (17 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Red Lake 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 61° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Red Lake Falls?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Red Lake 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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More: all TV stations in Minnesota · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Red Lake Falls; signal estimates ignore terrain.