TV channels & antenna towers in Warroad, Minnesota
Warroad has 14 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K34MC-D, 16 miles to the E.
Over-the-air TV in Warroad
Warroad, Minnesota has a population of about 1,800. There are 14 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 8 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 3 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WIRT-DT in Hibbing, MN, 151 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KCCW-TV in Walker, MN, 142 miles to the south.
Which way to point your antenna in Warroad
Point your antenna E, at about 100°. The nearest towers for Warroad sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Warroad, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Warroad
The farthest of the closest towers for Warroad is W32EG-D, 16 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 TV stations near Warroad
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K34MC-DTranslator | 16 mi | 100° E | Weak | Williams, MN |
| K36LW-DTranslator | 16 mi | 100° E | Weak | Williams, MN |
| W32EG-DTranslator | 16 mi | 100° E | Weak | Williams, MN |
| K30PA-DTranslator | 21 mi | 260° W | Weak | Roseau, MN |
| K21NF-DTranslator | 21 mi | 260° W | Weak | Roseau, MN |
| K26OH-DTranslator | 21 mi | 260° W | Weak | Roseau, MN |
| K24MS-DTranslator | 21 mi | 260° W | Weak | Roseau, MN |
| K28PL-DTranslator | 21 mi | 260° W | Weak | Roseau, MN |
| K25MW-DTranslator | 37 mi | 115° ESE | Poor | Baudette, MN |
| K14PH-DTranslator | 37 mi | 115° ESE | Poor | Baudette, MN |
| K16KE-DTranslator | 37 mi | 115° ESE | Poor | Baudette, MN |
| K35MY-DTranslator | 66 mi | 116° ESE | Poor | Birchdale, MN |
| K31PK-DTranslator | 66 mi | 116° ESE | Poor | Birchdale, MN |
| K33PL-DTranslator | 66 mi | 116° ESE | Poor | Birchdale, MN |
How Warroad compares with the rest of Minnesota
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Warroad ranks 369th of 371 places in Minnesota: fewer than the typical Minnesota town (13).
33% of Minnesota's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Warroad: 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 100° E, the direction of W32EG-D, 16 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 0 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Warroad?
14 transmitters within 70 miles of Warroad; around 0 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 Warroad?
Point your antenna E, at about 100°. The nearest towers for Warroad sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Warroad?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Warroad?
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 Warroad?
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 Warroad; signal estimates ignore terrain.