TV channels & antenna towers in Rock Port, Missouri
Rock Port has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K25OG-D, 15 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Rock Port
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKNPG-CDCW | 21.2 | 58 mi | 142° SE | Poor | Saint Joseph, MO |
| FOXKNPN-CDFox | 26 | 58 mi | 142° SE | Poor | Saint Joseph, MO |
| CBSKCJO-CDCBS | 30 | 58 mi | 142° SE | Poor | Saint Joseph, MO |
| ABCKQTVABC | 2 | 58 mi | 139° SE | Poor | St. Joseph, MO |
| CWKPTMCW | 42.3 | 59 mi | 321° NW | Good | Omaha, NE |
| TLMKOHA-LDTelemundo | 27 | 61 mi | 338° NNW | Poor | Omaha, NE |
| FOXKFXL-TVFox | 51 | 62 mi | 291° WNW | Poor | Lincoln, NE |
| CWKCWH-LDCW | 18 | 66 mi | 296° WNW | Poor | Lincoln, NE |
| CBSKMTV-TVCBS | 3 | 67 mi | 337° NNW | Fair | Omaha, NE |
| ABCKETVABC | 7 | 67 mi | 337° NNW | Fair | Omaha, NE |
| NBCWOWTNBC | 6 | 68 mi | 337° NNW | Fair | Omaha, NE |
Over-the-air TV in Rock Port
With roughly 1,230 residents, Rock Port is a small community in Missouri. Our map shows 21 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 10 full-power, 3 Class A, 6 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Rock Port, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 20 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Omaha, NE, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Omaha's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 7 (KETV), CBS on channel 3 (KMTV-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WOWT), Fox on channel 51 (KFXL-TV), CW on channel 42.3 (KPTM) and Telemundo on channel 27 (KOHA-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 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 Rock Port
The main network towers around Rock Port are in different directions: ABC 337° NNW (67 mi), CBS 337° NNW (67 mi), NBC 337° NNW (68 mi) and Fox 291° WNW (62 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Three network stations, KNPG-CD, KNPN-CD and KCJO-CD, transmit from the same tower site about 58 miles southeast of Rock Port (142° SE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Rock Port at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northwest, so this is an easy place to aim.
KETV (ABC), KMTV-TV (CBS), WOWT (NBC) and KFXL-TV (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Rock Port. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Rock Port
The farthest main network tower for Rock Port is WOWT (NBC), 68 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Rock Port
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K25OG-DTranslator | 15 mi | 211° SSW | Fair | Falls City, NE |
| K33AC-DTranslator | 47 mi | 251° WSW | Poor | Pawnee City, NE |
| KXVOFull power | 59 mi | 321° NW | Good | Omaha, NE |
| KAJS-LDLow power | 60 mi | 320° NW | Poor | Lincoln, NE |
| KBIN-TVFull power | 61 mi | 344° NNW | Poor | Council Bluffs, IA |
| KQMK-LDLow power | 61 mi | 338° NNW | Poor | Omaha, NE |
| KFDY-LDLow power | 62 mi | 291° WNW | Poor | Lincoln, NE |
| KHINFull power | 66 mi | 12° NNE | Fair | Red Oak, IA |
| KWBE-LDLow power | 67 mi | 262° W | Poor | Beatrice, NE |
| KYNE-TVFull power | 67 mi | 337° NNW | Poor | Omaha, NE |
How Rock Port compares with the rest of Missouri
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Rock Port ranks 288th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 58 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 Rock Port: 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 337° NNW, the direction of WOWT (NBC), 68 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 7 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 Rock Port, MO?
ABC is on channel 7 from KETV, broadcasting from 67 miles NNW of Rock Port. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Rock Port, MO?
CBS is on channel 3 from KMTV-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles NNW of Rock Port. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Rock Port, MO?
NBC is on channel 6 from WOWT, broadcasting from 68 miles NNW of Rock Port. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Rock Port, MO?
Fox is on channel 51 from KFXL-TV, broadcasting from 62 miles WNW of Rock Port. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Rock Port, MO?
CW is on channel 42.3 from KPTM, broadcasting from 59 miles NW of Rock Port. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Rock Port?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of Rock Port; around 7 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 Rock Port?
The main network towers around Rock Port are in different directions: ABC 337° NNW (67 mi), CBS 337° NNW (67 mi), NBC 337° NNW (68 mi) and Fox 291° WNW (62 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Rock Port?
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 Rock Port?
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 Rock Port?
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 Rock Port; signal estimates ignore terrain.