TV channels & antenna towers in Miles City, Montana
Miles City has 34 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KYUS-TV, 1.6 miles to the NW.
Over-the-air TV in Miles City
With roughly 8,800 residents, Miles City is a town in Montana. Our map shows 34 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 1 full-power, 4 low-power and 29 translators. 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, 5 transmitters are within 25 miles, 8 between 25 and 45 miles, and 21 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSGW-TV in Sheridan, WY, 138 miles to the southwest. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTVQ in Billings, MT, 133 miles to the west. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Miles City
Point your antenna NNW, at about 340°. The nearest towers for Miles City 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 Miles City, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Miles City
The farthest of the closest towers for Miles City is K06FE-D, 1.9 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
K16DH-D is only 1.9 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 Miles City
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KYUS-TVFull power | 1.6 mi | 321° NW | Good | Miles City, MT |
| K10GF-DLow power | 1.8 mi | 348° NNW | Fair | Miles City, MT |
| K06FE-DTranslator | 1.9 mi | 350° N | Fair | Miles City, MT |
| K16DH-DTranslator | 1.9 mi | 349° NNW | Strong | Miles City, MT |
| K19FF-DTranslator | 1.9 mi | 349° NNW | Strong | Miles City, MT |
| K08PP-DTranslator | 33 mi | 258° WSW | Poor | Rosebud, Etc, MT |
| K10QZ-DTranslator | 33 mi | 258° WSW | Poor | Rosebud, Etc, MT |
| K31NW-DTranslator | 41 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Forsyth, MT |
| K22NN-DTranslator | 41 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Forsyth, MT |
| K18MZ-DTranslator | 41 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Forsyth, MT |
| K33MC-DTranslator | 41 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Forsyth, MT |
| K14RV-DTranslator | 41 mi | 262° W | Poor | Forsyth, MT |
| K16NE-DTranslator | 41 mi | 262° W | Poor | Forsyth, MT |
| K09OY-DTranslator | 52 mi | 227° SW | Poor | Colstrip, MT |
| K12RA-DTranslator | 52 mi | 227° SW | Poor | Colstrip, MT |
| K07WJ-DTranslator | 52 mi | 227° SW | Poor | Colstrip, MT |
| K34OB-DTranslator | 55 mi | 264° W | Poor | Howard, MT |
| K36PJ-DTranslator | 55 mi | 264° W | Poor | Howard, MT |
| K32MN-DTranslator | 55 mi | 264° W | Poor | Howard, MT |
| K16MY-DTranslator | 56 mi | 185° S | Poor | Ashland, MT |
| K14RX-DTranslator | 56 mi | 185° S | Poor | Ashland, MT |
| K10AC-DTranslator | 56 mi | 185° S | Poor | Ashland, MT |
| K18CR-DTranslator | 63 mi | 20° NNE | Poor | Circle, Etc., MT |
| K14AG-DTranslator | 63 mi | 20° NNE | Poor | Circle, Etc., MT |
| K16GP-DTranslator | 63 mi | 20° NNE | Poor | Circle, MT |
How Miles City compares with the rest of Montana
With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Miles City ranks 49th of 104 places in Montana: the same as 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 Miles City: 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 350° N, the direction of K06FE-D, 1.9 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 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Miles City?
34 transmitters within 70 miles of Miles City; around 5 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 Miles City?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 340°. The nearest towers for Miles City sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Miles City?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Miles City?
K16DH-D is only 1.9 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 Miles City?
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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