TV channels & antenna towers in Camdenton, Missouri
Camdenton has 25 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KRMS-LD, 13 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Camdenton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKQFX-LDFox | 22 | 54 mi | 11° N | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| ABCKMIZABC | 17 | 54 mi | 11° N | Fair | Columbia, MO |
| CBSKOLRCBS | 10 | 56 mi | 192° SSW | Fair | Springfield, MO |
| FOXKRBKFox | 49 | 56 mi | 192° SSW | Good | Osage Beach, MO |
| CWKYCW-LDCW | 24 | 59 mi | 191° S | Poor | Branson, MO |
| NBCKYTVNBC | 3 | 59 mi | 191° S | Good | Springfield, MO |
| CWKSPR-LDCW | 33.2 | 59 mi | 191° S | Poor | Springfield, MO |
| CBSKRCGCBS | 13 | 59 mi | 36° NE | Fair | Jefferson City, MO |
| IONKFKY-LDION | 20.2 | 61 mi | 207° SSW | Poor | Springfield, MO |
| CWKOMU-TVCW | 8.3 | 66 mi | 23° NNE | Weak | Columbia, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Camdenton
Camdenton, Missouri has a population of about 3,880. Our map shows 25 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 10 full-power and 15 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 23 farther out. Four of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Springfield, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Springfield's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 17 (KMIZ), CBS on channel 13 (KRCG), NBC on channel 3 (KYTV), Fox on channel 49 (KRBK), CW on channel 8.3 (KOMU-TV) and ION on channel 20.2 (KFKY-LD). 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 Camdenton
The main network towers around Camdenton are in different directions: ABC 11° N (54 mi), CBS 36° NE (59 mi), NBC 191° S (59 mi) and Fox 192° SSW (56 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, KOLR and KRBK, transmit from the same tower site about 56 miles south of Camdenton (192° SSW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Camdenton at fair strength or better, 60% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across two other directions.
KRCG (CBS) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Camdenton. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Camdenton
The farthest main network tower for Camdenton is KRCG (CBS), 59 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 Camdenton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KRMS-LDLow power | 13 mi | 35° NE | Fair | Lake Ozark, MO |
| KMOS-TVFull power | 43 mi | 351° N | Good | Sedalia, MO |
| K14SH-DLow power | 49 mi | 194° SSW | Poor | Marshfield, MO |
| K18KK-DLow power | 54 mi | 11° N | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| KOZL-TVFull power | 56 mi | 192° SSW | Good | Springfield, MO |
| K23LE-DLow power | 56 mi | 332° NNW | Poor | Sedalia, MO |
| K33MN-DLow power | 56 mi | 37° NE | Poor | Jefferson City, MO |
| K21PD-DLow power | 56 mi | 37° NE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| KOZKFull power | 59 mi | 191° S | Fair | Springfield, MO |
| K25QT-DLow power | 59 mi | 24° NNE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K36LJ-DLow power | 59 mi | 24° NNE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| KNLJFull power | 60 mi | 36° NE | Fair | Jefferson City, MO |
| K35OY-DLow power | 60 mi | 24° NNE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| KCNH-LDLow power | 61 mi | 207° SSW | Poor | Springfield, MO |
| KRFT-LDLow power | 61 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Springfield, MO |
How Camdenton compares with the rest of Missouri
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Camdenton ranks 235th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 54 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
34% of Missouri's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Camdenton: 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 36° NE, the direction of KRCG (CBS), 59 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 10 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 Camdenton, MO?
ABC is on channel 17 from KMIZ, broadcasting from 54 miles N of Camdenton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Camdenton, MO?
CBS is on channel 13 from KRCG, broadcasting from 59 miles NE of Camdenton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Camdenton, MO?
NBC is on channel 3 from KYTV, broadcasting from 59 miles S of Camdenton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Camdenton, MO?
Fox is on channel 49 from KRBK, broadcasting from 56 miles SSW of Camdenton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Camdenton, MO?
CW is on channel 8.3 from KOMU-TV, broadcasting from 66 miles NNE of Camdenton. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Camdenton?
25 transmitters within 70 miles of Camdenton; around 10 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 Camdenton?
The main network towers around Camdenton are in different directions: ABC 11° N (54 mi), CBS 36° NE (59 mi), NBC 191° S (59 mi) and Fox 192° SSW (56 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Camdenton?
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 181° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Camdenton?
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 Camdenton?
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 Missouri · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Camdenton; signal estimates ignore terrain.