TV channels & antenna towers in Belle, Missouri
Belle has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox, CW, ION and MeTV. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K33MN-D, 34 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Belle
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKRCGCBS | 13 | 35 mi | 324° NW | Good | Jefferson City, MO |
| CWKOMU-TVCW | 8.3 | 51 mi | 325° NW | Good | Columbia, MO |
| FOXKQFX-LDFox | 22 | 56 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| ABCKMIZABC | 17 | 56 mi | 307° NW | Fair | Columbia, MO |
| MeTVKNLCMeTV | 24.1 | 64 mi | 85° E | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| IONWRBUION | 46 | 67 mi | 84° E | Weak | East St. Louis, IL |
Over-the-air TV in Belle
Belle is a small community of about 1,530 people in Missouri. There are 17 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 7 full-power and 10 low-power. 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.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Belle, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 13 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Columbia, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Columbia's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 17 (KMIZ), CBS on channel 13 (KRCG), Fox on channel 22 (KQFX-LD), CW on channel 8.3 (KOMU-TV), ION on channel 46 (WRBU) and MeTV on channel 24.1 (KNLC). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSDK in St. Louis, MO, 78 miles to the east. 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 Belle
Point your antenna NW, at about 316°. The main network towers for Belle sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Belle at fair strength or better, 75% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
KMIZ (ABC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Belle. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Belle
The farthest main network tower for Belle is KMIZ (ABC), 56 miles away with a fair 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 Belle
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K33MN-DLow power | 34 mi | 320° NW | Weak | Jefferson City, MO |
| K21PD-DLow power | 34 mi | 320° NW | Weak | Columbia, MO |
| KNLJFull power | 35 mi | 325° NW | Good | Jefferson City, MO |
| K25QT-DLow power | 47 mi | 318° NW | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K36LJ-DLow power | 47 mi | 318° NW | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K35OY-DLow power | 47 mi | 319° NW | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| KRMS-LDLow power | 49 mi | 260° W | Poor | Lake Ozark, MO |
| K18KK-DLow power | 56 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K06PT-DLow power | 59 mi | 329° NNW | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| KDKZ-LDLow power | 61 mi | 94° E | Poor | Farmington, MO |
| KMOS-TVFull power | 66 mi | 291° WNW | Fair | Sedalia, MO |
How Belle compares with the rest of Missouri
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Belle ranks 307th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 35 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
34% of Missouri's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Rolla, 23 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Belle: 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 307° NW, the direction of KMIZ (ABC), 56 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 ABC in Belle, MO?
ABC is on channel 17 from KMIZ, broadcasting from 56 miles NW of Belle. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Belle, MO?
CBS is on channel 13 from KRCG, broadcasting from 35 miles NW of Belle. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Belle, MO?
Fox is on channel 22 from KQFX-LD, broadcasting from 56 miles NW of Belle. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Belle, MO?
CW is on channel 8.3 from KOMU-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles NW of Belle. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Belle?
17 transmitters within 70 miles of Belle; 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 Belle?
Point your antenna NW, at about 316°. The main network towers for Belle sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Belle?
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 Belle?
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 Belle?
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.
TV channels in nearby Missouri cities
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- Linn16 mi
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- Gerald23 mi
- Cuba23 mi
- Rolla23 mi
- Dixon29 mi
- Sullivan31 mi
- Jefferson City32 mi
- Hermann33 mi
- New Haven35 mi
- Union40 mi
- Tuscumbia40 mi
- Fulton41 mi
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- Washington43 mi
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- Salem45 mi
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- Eldon47 mi
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More: all TV stations in Missouri · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Belle; signal estimates ignore terrain.