TV channels & antenna towers in Scobey, Montana
Scobey has 32 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K03DP-D, 2.9 miles to the E.
Over-the-air TV in Scobey
Scobey, Montana has a population of about 1,030. Our map shows 32 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
4 of them are within 25 miles of Scobey, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 24 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KMCY in Minot, ND, 192 miles to the east. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KUMV-TV in Williston, ND, 85 miles to the southeast. No CBS or NBC affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Scobey.
Which way to point your antenna in Scobey
Point your antenna E, at about 83°. The nearest towers for Scobey 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 Scobey, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Scobey
The farthest of the closest towers for Scobey is K26PD-D, 2.9 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 TV stations near Scobey
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 32; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K03DP-DTranslator | 2.9 mi | 83° E | Weak | Scobey, MT |
| K13MA-DTranslator | 2.9 mi | 83° E | Weak | Scobey, MT |
| K26PD-DTranslator | 2.9 mi | 83° E | Fair | Scobey, MT |
| K31MJ-DTranslator | 14 mi | 157° SSE | Weak | Four Buttes, Etc., MT |
| K22KY-DTranslator | 35 mi | 167° SSE | Poor | Poplar, MT |
| K17MS-DTranslator | 35 mi | 167° SSE | Poor | Poplar, MT |
| K15KR-DTranslator | 35 mi | 167° SSE | Poor | Poplar, MT |
| K28OB-DTranslator | 38 mi | 100° E | Poor | Plentywood, MT |
| K13PZ-DTranslator | 47 mi | 163° SSE | Poor | Poplar, MT |
| K05KK-DTranslator | 49 mi | 161° SSE | Poor | Poplar, MT |
| K06AV-DTranslator | 49 mi | 195° SSW | Poor | Wolf Point, MT |
| K04GF-DTranslator | 49 mi | 195° SSW | Poor | Wolf Point, MT |
| K13FP-DTranslator | 49 mi | 195° SSW | Poor | Wolf Point, MT |
| K19JR-DTranslator | 53 mi | 185° S | Poor | Wolf Point, MT |
| K29FS-DTranslator | 53 mi | 185° S | Poor | Wolf Point, MT |
| K25HO-DTranslator | 53 mi | 185° S | Poor | Wolf Point, MT |
| K27JQ-DTranslator | 53 mi | 185° S | Poor | Wolf Point, MT |
| K34GY-DTranslator | 58 mi | 135° SE | Poor | Culbertson, MT |
| K31NS-DTranslator | 67 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Fort Peck, MT |
| K22MN-DTranslator | 67 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Fort Peck, MT |
| K35NF-DTranslator | 67 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Fort Peck, MT |
| K26NS-DTranslator | 67 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Fort Peck, MT |
| K36OC-DTranslator | 67 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Fort Peck, MT |
| K33ON-DTranslator | 67 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Fort Peck, MT |
| K24MV-DTranslator | 67 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Fort Peck, MT |
How Scobey compares with the rest of Montana
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Scobey ranks 80th of 104 places in Montana: fewer than the typical Montana town (5).
49% of Montana's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Scobey: 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 83° E, the direction of K26PD-D, 2.9 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 1 station, 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 Scobey?
32 transmitters within 70 miles of Scobey; around 1 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 Scobey?
Point your antenna E, at about 83°. The nearest towers for Scobey sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Scobey?
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 Scobey?
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 Scobey?
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 Scobey; signal estimates ignore terrain.