TV channels & antenna towers in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri
Fort Leonard Wood has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KRMS-LD, 40 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Fort Leonard Wood
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKOLRCBS | 10 | 55 mi | 233° SW | Fair | Springfield, MO |
| FOXKRBKFox | 49 | 55 mi | 233° SW | Good | Osage Beach, MO |
| CWKYCW-LDCW | 24 | 57 mi | 230° SW | Poor | Branson, MO |
| NBCKYTVNBC | 3 | 57 mi | 230° SW | Good | Springfield, MO |
| CWKSPR-LDCW | 33.2 | 57 mi | 230° SW | Poor | Springfield, MO |
| IONKFKY-LDION | 20.2 | 68 mi | 241° WSW | Poor | Springfield, MO |
| CBSKRCGCBS | 13 | 68 mi | 3° N | Weak | Jefferson City, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Fort Leonard Wood
Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri has a population of about 15,100. Our map shows 17 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power and 10 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 16 farther out. Four of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Springfield, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Springfield's stations.
The best-placed network stations are CBS on channel 10 (KOLR), NBC on channel 3 (KYTV), Fox on channel 49 (KRBK), CW on channel 24 (KYCW-LD) and ION on channel 20.2 (KFKY-LD). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KMIZ in Columbia, MO, 77 miles to the north. 3 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 Fort Leonard Wood
Point your antenna SW, at about 232°. The main network towers for Fort Leonard Wood sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KOLR and KRBK, transmit from the same tower site about 55 miles southwest of Fort Leonard Wood (233° SW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Fort Leonard Wood at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southwest, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Fort Leonard Wood, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Fort Leonard Wood
The farthest main network tower for Fort Leonard Wood is KYTV (NBC), 57 miles away with a good 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 stations near Fort Leonard Wood
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 | 40 mi | 323° NW | Poor | Lake Ozark, MO |
| K14SH-DLow power | 52 mi | 239° WSW | Poor | Marshfield, MO |
| KOZL-TVFull power | 55 mi | 233° SW | Good | Springfield, MO |
| KOZKFull power | 57 mi | 230° SW | Fair | Springfield, MO |
| K33MN-DLow power | 66 mi | 2° N | Poor | Jefferson City, MO |
| K21PD-DLow power | 66 mi | 2° N | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K36NN-DLow power | 68 mi | 166° SSE | Poor | West Plains, MO |
| KCNH-LDLow power | 68 mi | 241° WSW | Poor | Springfield, MO |
| KNLJFull power | 69 mi | 3° N | Weak | Jefferson City, MO |
| KRFT-LDLow power | 70 mi | 243° WSW | Poor | Springfield, MO |
How Fort Leonard Wood compares with the rest of Missouri
With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Fort Leonard Wood ranks 330th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 55 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 Fort Leonard Wood: 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 230° SW, the direction of KYTV (NBC), 57 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 Fort Leonard Wood, MO?
CBS is on channel 10 from KOLR, broadcasting from 55 miles SW of Fort Leonard Wood. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Fort Leonard Wood, MO?
NBC is on channel 3 from KYTV, broadcasting from 57 miles SW of Fort Leonard Wood. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Fort Leonard Wood, MO?
Fox is on channel 49 from KRBK, broadcasting from 55 miles SW of Fort Leonard Wood. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Fort Leonard Wood, MO?
CW is on channel 24 from KYCW-LD, broadcasting from 57 miles SW of Fort Leonard Wood. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Fort Leonard Wood?
17 transmitters within 70 miles of Fort Leonard Wood; 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 Fort Leonard Wood?
Point your antenna SW, at about 232°. The main network towers for Fort Leonard Wood sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Fort Leonard Wood?
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 Fort Leonard Wood?
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 Fort Leonard Wood?
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 Fort Leonard Wood; signal estimates ignore terrain.