TV channels & antenna towers in Arenas Valley, New Mexico
Arenas Valley has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K25DI-D, 4.7 miles to the NW.
Over-the-air TV in Arenas Valley
Arenas Valley is a small community of about 1,520 people in New Mexico. There are 27 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 1 full-power and 26 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
7 of them are within 25 miles of Arenas Valley, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 19 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGUN-TV in Tucson, AZ, 150 miles to the west. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KDBC-TV in El Paso, TX, 120 miles to the southeast. 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 Arenas Valley
Point your antenna NW, at about 318°. The nearest towers for Arenas Valley 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 Arenas Valley, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Arenas Valley
The farthest of the closest towers for Arenas Valley is K28LK-D, 4.9 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 TV stations near Arenas Valley
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 27; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K25DI-DTranslator | 4.7 mi | 318° NW | Fair | Silver City, NM |
| K30KU-DTranslator | 4.7 mi | 318° NW | Fair | Silver City, NM |
| K28LK-DTranslator | 4.9 mi | 319° NW | Good | Silver City, NM |
| K08QP-DTranslator | 5.8 mi | 325° NW | Fair | Silver City, NM |
| KKADFull power | 5.8 mi | 325° NW | Good | Silver City, NM |
| K12QW-DTranslator | 5.9 mi | 325° NW | Fair | Silver City, NM |
| K33QU-DTranslator | 20 mi | 224° SW | Weak | Jacks Peak, NM |
| K13UL-DTranslator | 38 mi | 76° ENE | Poor | Hillsboro, NM |
| K21OW-DTranslator | 45 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Lordsburg, NM |
| K22ME-DTranslator | 53 mi | 141° SE | Poor | Deming, NM |
| K29MK-DTranslator | 53 mi | 141° SE | Poor | Deming, NM |
| K24MX-DTranslator | 53 mi | 141° SE | Poor | Deming, NM |
| K32NL-DTranslator | 53 mi | 141° SE | Poor | Deming, NM |
| K35HB-DTranslator | 53 mi | 141° SE | Poor | Deming, NM |
| K31KB-DTranslator | 53 mi | 141° SE | Poor | Deming, NM |
| K15IG-DTranslator | 53 mi | 141° SE | Poor | Deming, NM |
| K28QE-DTranslator | 57 mi | 78° ENE | Poor | Caballo, NM |
| K20HA-DTranslator | 57 mi | 77° ENE | Poor | Caballo, NM |
| K16LU-DTranslator | 57 mi | 77° ENE | Poor | Caballo, NM |
| K31DR-DTranslator | 57 mi | 77° ENE | Poor | Caballo, NM |
| K35JR-DTranslator | 57 mi | 77° ENE | Poor | Arrey & Derry, NM |
| K29LC-DTranslator | 58 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Truth Or Consequence, NM |
| K25HV-DTranslator | 58 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Truth Or Consequence, NM |
| K22JY-DTranslator | 58 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Truth Or Consequences, NM |
| K33PE-DTranslator | 58 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Truth Or Consequences, NM |
How Arenas Valley compares with the rest of New Mexico
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Arenas Valley ranks 104th of 152 places in New Mexico: fewer than the typical New Mexico town (10).
49% of New Mexico's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Arenas Valley: 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 319° NW, the direction of K28LK-D, 4.9 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 6 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 Arenas Valley?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Arenas Valley; around 6 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 Arenas Valley?
Point your antenna NW, at about 318°. The nearest towers for Arenas Valley sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Arenas Valley?
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 Arenas Valley?
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 Arenas Valley?
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 New Mexico · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Arenas Valley; signal estimates ignore terrain.