TV channels & antenna towers in Superior, Montana

Superior has 63 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS and NBC. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K03DT-D, 1.7 miles to the SW.

63TV transmitters within 70 miles
3networks over the air
1.7 mito the closest tower
839population

Network channels in Superior

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
ABCKTMFABC23 43 mi106° ESE FairMissoula, MT
NBCKECI-TVNBC13 43 mi106° ESE FairMissoula, MT
CBSKPAX-TVCBS8 43 mi106° ESE GoodMissoula, MT
NBCKCFW-TVNBC9 62 mi23° NNE WeakKalispell, MT
CBSKAJJ-CDCBS18 62 mi23° NNE PoorKalispell, MT

Over-the-air TV in Superior

Superior is a small community of about 839 people in Montana. There are 63 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 6 full-power, 1 Class A, 3 low-power and 53 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 10 transmitters are within 25 miles, 20 between 25 and 45 miles, and 33 farther out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Missoula, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Missoula's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 23 (KTMF), CBS on channel 8 (KPAX-TV) and NBC on channel 13 (KECI-TV). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KAYU-TV in Spokane, WA, 116 miles to the west. 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 Superior

Point your antenna ESE, at about 106°. The main network towers for Superior sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Three network stations, KTMF, KECI-TV and KPAX-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 43 miles east of Superior (106° ESE). That one direction covers every station on the site.

Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Superior at fair strength or better, all arrive from the east, so this is an easy place to aim.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Superior, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Superior

The farthest main network tower for Superior is KPAX-TV (CBS), 43 miles away with a good 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.

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 stations near Superior

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 58; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
K03DT-DTranslator1.7 mi 227° SWWeakSuperior, MT
K11FF-DTranslator1.7 mi 227° SWWeakSuperior, MT
K29ID-DTranslator13 mi 7° NWeakWeeksville, MT
K34PQ-DTranslator13 mi 7° NFairPlains, MT
K31KQ-DTranslator13 mi 7° NWeakPlains, MT
K21CA-DLow power23 mi 352° NWeakPlains, MT
K11JP-DTranslator23 mi 352° NPoorPlains-Paradise, MT
K07CH-DTranslator23 mi 352° NPoorPlains & Paradise, MT
K05GM-DTranslator23 mi 352° NPoorPlains-Paradise, MT
K08OY-DTranslator23 mi 352° NPoorPlains, MT
K11IL-DTranslator30 mi 32° NNEPoorBitterroot Range, Et, MT
K29ND-DTranslator30 mi 32° NNEPoorHot Springs, MT
K09FQ-DTranslator31 mi 321° NWPoorThompson Falls, MT
K11FQ-DTranslator31 mi 321° NWPoorThompson Falls, MT
K07FL-DTranslator31 mi 321° NWPoorThompson Falls, MT
K36BW-DLow power31 mi 321° NWPoorThompson Falls, MT
K04QV-DTranslator31 mi 321° NWPoorThompson Falls, MT
K16NF-DTranslator32 mi 19° NNEPoorHot Springs, MT
K05AH-DTranslator32 mi 19° NNEPoorHot Springs, MT
K14NJ-DTranslator32 mi 19° NNEPoorHot Springs, MT
K21MW-DTranslator33 mi 327° NNWPoorThompson Falls, MT
K17MQ-DTranslator33 mi 327° NNWPoorThompson Falls, MT
K25OS-DTranslator33 mi 327° NNWPoorThompson Falls, MT
K23NP-DTranslator33 mi 327° NNWPoorThompson Falls, MT
K33OR-DTranslator35 mi 59° ENEPoorSt. Ignatius, MT

How Superior compares with the rest of Montana

With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Superior ranks 49th of 104 places in Montana: the same as the typical Montana town (5). Its nearest major network tower is 43 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.

32% of Montana's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Missoula, 48 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Superior: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 106° ESE, the direction of KPAX-TV (CBS), 43 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. 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.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Superior, MT?

ABC is on channel 23 from KTMF, broadcasting from 43 miles ESE of Superior. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CBS in Superior, MT?

CBS is on channel 8 from KPAX-TV, broadcasting from 43 miles ESE of Superior. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is NBC in Superior, MT?

NBC is on channel 13 from KECI-TV, broadcasting from 43 miles ESE of Superior. Estimated signal: fair.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Superior?

63 transmitters within 70 miles of Superior; 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 Superior?

Point your antenna ESE, at about 106°. The main network towers for Superior sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Superior?

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 Superior?

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.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Superior?

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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