TV channels & antenna towers in Devils Lake, North Dakota
Devils Lake has 1 TV transmitter within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KMDE, 22 miles to the W.
Over-the-air TV in Devils Lake
Devils Lake, North Dakota has a population of about 7,350. Our map shows 1 licensed TV transmitter 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, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 0 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WDAY-TV in Fargo, ND, 109 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KCCW-TV in Walker, MN, 221 miles to the east. 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 Devils Lake
Point your antenna W, at about 261°. The nearest towers for Devils Lake 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 Devils Lake, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Devils Lake
The farthest of the closest towers for Devils Lake is KMDE, 22 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Devils Lake
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KMDEFull power | 22 mi | 261° W | Good | Devils Lake, ND |
How Devils Lake compares with the rest of North Dakota
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Devils Lake ranks 58th of 80 places in North Dakota: fewer than the typical North Dakota town (3).
15% of North Dakota's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Devils Lake: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 261° W, the direction of KMDE, 22 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 Devils Lake?
1 transmitter within 70 miles of Devils Lake; around 1 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Devils Lake?
Point your antenna W, at about 261°. The nearest towers for Devils Lake sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Devils Lake?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Devils Lake?
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 Devils Lake?
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 North Dakota · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Devils Lake; signal estimates ignore terrain.