TV channels & antenna towers in Ekalaka, Montana
Ekalaka has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K13LN-D, 0.9 miles to the N.
Over-the-air TV in Ekalaka
With roughly 345 residents, Ekalaka is a small community in Montana. Our map shows 22 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 1 low-power and 21 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
4 of them are within 25 miles of Ekalaka, 10 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 8 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSGW-TV in Sheridan, WY, 152 miles to the southwest. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTVQ in Billings, MT, 188 miles to the west.
Which way to point your antenna in Ekalaka
Point your antenna N, at about 7°. The nearest towers for Ekalaka sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Ekalaka, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Ekalaka
The farthest of the closest towers for Ekalaka is K09BE-D, 0.9 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
K23DJ-D is only 0.9 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other TV stations near Ekalaka
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K13LN-DTranslator | 0.9 mi | 7° N | Good | Ekalaka, MT |
| K07EQ-DTranslator | 0.9 mi | 7° N | Good | Ekalaka, MT |
| K09BE-DTranslator | 0.9 mi | 7° N | Good | Ekalaka, MT |
| K23DJ-DTranslator | 0.9 mi | 7° N | Strong | Ekalaka, MT |
| K31QC-DTranslator | 31 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Baker, MT |
| K29OK-DTranslator | 31 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Baker, MT |
| K36QR-DTranslator | 31 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Baker, MT |
| K24DD-DTranslator | 31 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Plevna, MT |
| K17OB-DTranslator | 31 mi | 4° N | Poor | Plevna, MT |
| K15NB-DTranslator | 31 mi | 4° N | Poor | Plevna, MT |
| K19NI-DLow power | 31 mi | 4° N | Poor | Plevna, MT |
| K21PK-DTranslator | 31 mi | 4° N | Poor | Plevna, MT |
| K27LT-DTranslator | 34 mi | 29° NNE | Poor | Baker, MT |
| K34DP-DTranslator | 39 mi | 3° N | Poor | Plevna, MT |
| K03CS-DTranslator | 51 mi | 230° SW | Poor | Broadus, MT |
| K08JV-DTranslator | 51 mi | 230° SW | Poor | Broadus, MT |
| K06AA-DTranslator | 51 mi | 230° SW | Poor | Broadus, MT |
| K18JE-DTranslator | 51 mi | 230° SW | Poor | Broadus, MT |
| K09VL-DTranslator | 60 mi | 203° SSW | Poor | Boyes & Hammond, MT |
| K16MY-DTranslator | 70 mi | 254° WSW | Poor | Ashland, MT |
| K14RX-DTranslator | 70 mi | 254° WSW | Poor | Ashland, MT |
| K10AC-DTranslator | 70 mi | 254° WSW | Poor | Ashland, MT |
How Ekalaka compares with the rest of Montana
With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Ekalaka ranks 59th of 104 places in Montana: fewer than the typical Montana town (5).
19% of Montana's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Ekalaka: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 7° N, the direction of K09BE-D, 0.9 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 4 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ekalaka?
22 transmitters within 70 miles of Ekalaka; around 4 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Ekalaka?
Point your antenna N, at about 7°. The nearest towers for Ekalaka sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Ekalaka?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Ekalaka?
K23DJ-D is only 0.9 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Ekalaka?
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 Montana · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Ekalaka; signal estimates ignore terrain.