TV channels & antenna towers in Navajo, New Mexico
Navajo has 78 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS and NBC. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K28ER-D, 5.7 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in Navajo
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKREZ-TVCBS | 6 | 51 mi | 296° WNW | Poor | Durango, CO |
| NBCKOBFNBC | 12 | 66 mi | 255° WSW | Poor | Farmington, NM |
Over-the-air TV in Navajo
Navajo, New Mexico has a population of about 2,090. There are 78 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 4 full-power, 9 low-power and 65 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 6 transmitters are within 25 miles, 9 between 25 and 45 miles, and 63 farther out.
The strongest network signals here are CBS on channel 6 (KREZ-TV) and NBC on channel 12 (KOBF). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOAT-TV in Albuquerque, NM, 124 miles to the south. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KRQE in Albuquerque, NM, 125 miles to the south. 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 Navajo
Point your antenna W, at about 275°. The main network towers for Navajo sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
KREZ-TV (CBS) and KOBF (NBC) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Navajo. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Navajo
The farthest main network tower for Navajo is KOBF (NBC), 66 miles away with a very weak 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 stations near Navajo
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 76; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K28ER-DTranslator | 5.7 mi | 63° ENE | Fair | Dulce & Lumberton, NM |
| K22GE-DTranslator | 5.7 mi | 63° ENE | Fair | Dulce, NM |
| K30EK-DTranslator | 5.7 mi | 63° ENE | Fair | Dulce & Lumberton, NM |
| K23OR-DTranslator | 17 mi | 353° N | Weak | Pagosa Springs, CO |
| K36PY-DTranslator | 17 mi | 353° N | Weak | Pagosa Springs, CO |
| K19LC-DTranslator | 17 mi | 353° N | Weak | Pagosa Springs, CO |
| K15JO-DTranslator | 26 mi | 97° E | Poor | Chama, NM |
| K09KJ-DTranslator | 26 mi | 97° E | Poor | Tierra Amarilla, NM |
| K36KD-DTranslator | 26 mi | 97° E | Weak | Tierra Amarilla, NM |
| K34QD-DTranslator | 29 mi | 305° NW | Poor | Bayfield & Ignacio, CO |
| K36IH-DTranslator | 29 mi | 305° NW | Poor | Ignacio, CO |
| K21OG-DTranslator | 29 mi | 305° NW | Weak | Bayfield, CO |
| K19LD-DTranslator | 29 mi | 305° NW | Poor | Bayfield, CO |
| K10AD-DTranslator | 39 mi | 317° NW | Poor | Vallecito, CO |
| K13PJ-DTranslator | 39 mi | 317° NW | Poor | Vallecito, CO |
| K22NT-DTranslator | 47 mi | 259° W | Poor | Aztec, NM |
| K27ND-DTranslator | 47 mi | 259° W | Poor | Aztec, NM |
| K31FV-DTranslator | 50 mi | 303° WNW | Poor | Durango & Hermosa, CO |
| K25GE-DTranslator | 50 mi | 303° WNW | Poor | Durango, CO |
| K24NH-DTranslator | 50 mi | 303° WNW | Poor | Durango, CO |
| K09YK-DLow power | 50 mi | 300° WNW | Poor | Durango, Purgatory, CO |
| K16GZ-DLow power | 50 mi | 300° WNW | Poor | Durango, CO |
| KXZQ-LDTranslator | 51 mi | 296° WNW | Poor | Durango, CO |
| KRTN-TVFull power | 51 mi | 296° WNW | Poor | Durango, CO |
| KRMUFull power | 51 mi | 296° WNW | Poor | Durango, CO |
How Navajo compares with the rest of New Mexico
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Navajo ranks 124th of 152 places in New Mexico: fewer than the typical New Mexico town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 51 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.
34% of New Mexico's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Navajo: 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 255° WSW, the direction of KOBF (NBC), 66 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 3 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
What channel is CBS in Navajo, NM?
CBS is on channel 6 from KREZ-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles WNW of Navajo. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is NBC in Navajo, NM?
NBC is on channel 12 from KOBF, broadcasting from 66 miles WSW of Navajo. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Navajo?
78 transmitters within 70 miles of Navajo; around 3 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 Navajo?
Point your antenna W, at about 275°. The main network towers for Navajo sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Navajo?
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 Navajo?
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 Navajo?
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 Navajo; signal estimates ignore terrain.