TV channels & antenna towers in Crow Agency, Montana
Crow Agency has 39 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K16DZ-D, 11 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Crow Agency
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKHMTFox | 4 | 34 mi | 287° WNW | Good | Hardin, MT |
| CWKSVICW | 6.2 | 45 mi | 289° WNW | Good | Billings, MT |
| NBCKULR-TVNBC | 8 | 49 mi | 283° WNW | Weak | Billings, MT |
| CBSKTVQCBS | 2 | 49 mi | 284° WNW | Fair | Billings, MT |
| ABCKSGW-TVABC | 12 | 70 mi | 166° SSE | Poor | Sheridan, WY |
Over-the-air TV in Crow Agency
Crow Agency, Montana has a population of about 1,620. Our map shows 39 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power, 8 low-power and 24 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
3 of them are within 25 miles of Crow Agency, 13 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 23 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Billings, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Billings's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 12 (KSGW-TV), CBS on channel 2 (KTVQ), NBC on channel 8 (KULR-TV), Fox on channel 4 (KHMT) and CW on channel 6.2 (KSVI). 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 Crow Agency
The main network towers around Crow Agency are in different directions: ABC 166° SSE (70 mi), CBS 284° WNW (49 mi), NBC 283° WNW (49 mi) and Fox 287° WNW (34 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, KULR-TV and KTVQ, transmit from the same tower site about 49 miles west of Crow Agency (283° WNW). 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 Crow Agency at fair strength or better, all arrive from the west, so this is an easy place to aim.
KSGW-TV (ABC), KTVQ (CBS) and KULR-TV (NBC) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Crow Agency. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Crow Agency
The farthest main network tower for Crow Agency is KSGW-TV (ABC), 70 miles away with a very weak 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 Crow Agency
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 34; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K16DZ-DTranslator | 11 mi | 340° NNW | Poor | Hardin, MT |
| KQHD-LDLow power | 11 mi | 340° NNW | Weak | Hardin, MT |
| K24GD-DLow power | 11 mi | 340° NNW | Weak | Hardin, MT |
| K28ON-DLow power | 31 mi | 58° ENE | Weak | Castle Rock, Etc., MT |
| K26OX-DTranslator | 31 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | Colstrip, MT |
| K24KM-DLow power | 31 mi | 58° ENE | Weak | Colstrip, Etc., MT |
| K20LK-DTranslator | 31 mi | 58° ENE | Weak | Colstrip, Etc., MT |
| K08OW-DTranslator | 45 mi | 8° N | Poor | Hysham, MT |
| K13PO-DTranslator | 45 mi | 8° N | Poor | Hysham, MT |
| K25BP-DTranslator | 45 mi | 289° WNW | Poor | Billings, MT |
| K27IM-DTranslator | 45 mi | 289° WNW | Poor | Billings, MT |
| K09OY-DTranslator | 45 mi | 63° ENE | Poor | Colstrip, MT |
| K12RA-DTranslator | 45 mi | 63° ENE | Poor | Colstrip, MT |
| K07WJ-DTranslator | 45 mi | 63° ENE | Poor | Colstrip, MT |
| K31NN-DLow power | 49 mi | 283° WNW | Poor | Billings, MT |
| K19LB-DLow power | 49 mi | 283° WNW | Poor | Billings, MT |
| K14IS-DLow power | 49 mi | 284° WNW | Poor | Billings, MT |
| K17PC-DTranslator | 49 mi | 284° WNW | Poor | Billings, MT |
| KBGS-TVFull power | 49 mi | 284° WNW | Weak | Billings, MT |
| K34OB-DTranslator | 54 mi | 24° NNE | Poor | Howard, MT |
| K36PJ-DTranslator | 54 mi | 24° NNE | Poor | Howard, MT |
| K32MN-DTranslator | 54 mi | 24° NNE | Poor | Howard, MT |
| K27OU-DTranslator | 58 mi | 202° SSW | Poor | Lovell, WY |
| K31NW-DTranslator | 59 mi | 39° NE | Poor | Forsyth, MT |
| K22NN-DTranslator | 59 mi | 39° NE | Poor | Forsyth, MT |
How Crow Agency compares with the rest of Montana
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Crow Agency ranks 68th of 104 places in Montana: fewer than the typical Montana town (5). Its nearest major network tower is 34 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
49% of Montana's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Crow Agency: 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 166° SSE, the direction of KSGW-TV (ABC), 70 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 3 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 Crow Agency, MT?
ABC is on channel 12 from KSGW-TV, broadcasting from 70 miles SSE of Crow Agency. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CBS in Crow Agency, MT?
CBS is on channel 2 from KTVQ, broadcasting from 49 miles WNW of Crow Agency. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Crow Agency, MT?
NBC is on channel 8 from KULR-TV, broadcasting from 49 miles WNW of Crow Agency. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Crow Agency, MT?
Fox is on channel 4 from KHMT, broadcasting from 34 miles WNW of Crow Agency. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Crow Agency, MT?
CW is on channel 6.2 from KSVI, broadcasting from 45 miles WNW of Crow Agency. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Crow Agency?
39 transmitters within 70 miles of Crow Agency; around 3 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 Crow Agency?
The main network towers around Crow Agency are in different directions: ABC 166° SSE (70 mi), CBS 284° WNW (49 mi), NBC 283° WNW (49 mi) and Fox 287° WNW (34 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Crow Agency?
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 121° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Crow Agency?
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 Crow Agency?
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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