TV channels & antenna towers in Lewistown, Montana
Lewistown has 18 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K15LD-D, 9.4 miles to the NNW.
Over-the-air TV in Lewistown
With roughly 5,870 residents, Lewistown is a town in Montana. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 18 licensed TV transmitters: 2 low-power and 16 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 5 between 25 and 45 miles, and 11 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KFBB-TV in Great Falls, MT, 93 miles to the west. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KRTV in Great Falls, MT, 93 miles to the west.
Which way to point your antenna in Lewistown
Point your antenna NNW, at about 328°. The nearest towers for Lewistown 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 Lewistown, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Lewistown
The farthest of the closest towers for Lewistown is K36PB-D, 9.4 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
K06QN-D, 30 miles southwest, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other TV stations near Lewistown
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K15LD-DLow power | 9.4 mi | 328° NNW | Fair | Lewistown, MT |
| K36PB-DTranslator | 9.4 mi | 328° NNW | Fair | Lewistown, MT |
| K06QN-DTranslator | 30 mi | 210° SSW | Poor | Judith Gap, MT |
| K04RT-DTranslator | 30 mi | 210° SSW | Poor | Judith Gap, MT |
| K12RE-DTranslator | 31 mi | 308° NW | Poor | Denton, MT |
| K10RC-DTranslator | 31 mi | 308° NW | Poor | Denton, MT |
| K11WK-DTranslator | 40 mi | 281° W | Poor | Stanford, MT |
| K09YR-DTranslator | 52 mi | 196° SSW | Poor | Harlowton, MT |
| K13BE-DTranslator | 52 mi | 196° SSW | Poor | Harlowton, MT |
| K07ZR-DTLow power | 52 mi | 196° SSW | Poor | Harlowton & Shawmut, MT |
| K34QX-DTranslator | 58 mi | 135° SE | Poor | Roundup, MT |
| K31PY-DTranslator | 58 mi | 135° SE | Poor | Roundup, MT |
| K35PL-DTranslator | 58 mi | 135° SE | Poor | Roundup, MT |
| K07WP-DTranslator | 58 mi | 135° SE | Poor | Roundup, MT |
| K15JA-DTranslator | 60 mi | 215° SW | Poor | Harlowton, Etc, MT |
| K17KZ-DTranslator | 60 mi | 215° SW | Poor | Harlowton, Etc, MT |
| K19JO-DTranslator | 60 mi | 215° SW | Poor | Harlowton, Etc, MT |
| K09LW-DTranslator | 64 mi | 228° SW | Poor | Martinsdale/Lennep, MT |
How Lewistown compares with the rest of Montana
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Lewistown ranks 78th of 104 places in Montana: fewer than the typical Montana town (5).
32% of Montana's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Lewistown: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 328° NNW, the direction of K36PB-D, 9.4 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 2 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 Lewistown?
18 transmitters within 70 miles of Lewistown; around 2 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Lewistown?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 328°. The nearest towers for Lewistown sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Lewistown?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice. Picking up the more distant stations from up to 30 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Lewistown?
K06QN-D, 30 miles southwest, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Lewistown?
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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