TV channels & antenna towers in Stanley, North Dakota

Stanley has 11 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, Fox and CW. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K21GQ-D, 45 miles to the E.

Open Stanley in the live finder

11TV transmitters within 70 miles

3networks over the air

45 mito the closest tower

2,721population

Network channels in Stanley

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
ABCKMCYABC	14	50 mi	111° ESE	Weak	Minot, ND
FOXKMOTFox	10.2	50 mi	98° E	Weak	Minot, ND
CWKXMC-TVCW	13.2	52 mi	111° ESE	Fair	Minot, ND
FOXKUMV-TVFox	8.2	69 mi	260° W	Poor	Williston, ND

Over-the-air TV in Stanley

Stanley is a town of about 2,720 people in North Dakota. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 11 licensed TV transmitters: 6 full-power, 4 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.

0 of them are within 25 miles of Stanley, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 11 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Minot, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Minot's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 14 (KMCY), Fox on channel 10.2 (KMOT) and CW on channel 13.2 (KXMC-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KVLY-TV in Fargo, ND, 246 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Stanley. 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 Stanley

Point your antenna ESE, at about 104°. The main network towers for Stanley sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

KMCY (ABC) and KMOT (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Stanley. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Stanley

The farthest main network tower for Stanley is KMOT (Fox), 50 miles away with a 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 Stanley

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K21GQ-DLow power	45 mi	93° E	Poor	Minot, ND
KNDMFull power	48 mi	112° ESE	Fair	Minot, ND
K35MM-DLow power	49 mi	96° E	Poor	Minot, ND
KSREFull power	50 mi	111° ESE	Fair	Minot, ND
K18NW-DLow power	50 mi	98° E	Poor	Minot, ND
K28QQ-DTranslator	55 mi	260° W	Poor	Williston, ND
K20PB-DLow power	69 mi	260° W	Poor	Williston, ND

How Stanley compares with the rest of North Dakota

With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Stanley ranks 39th of 80 places in North Dakota: the same as the typical North Dakota town (3). Its nearest major network tower is 50 miles away, against a state median of 38 miles.

55% of North Dakota's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Stanley: 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 98° E, the direction of KMOT (Fox), 50 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 ABC in Stanley, ND?

ABC is on channel 14 from KMCY, broadcasting from 50 miles ESE of Stanley. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is Fox in Stanley, ND?

Fox is on channel 10.2 from KMOT, broadcasting from 50 miles E of Stanley. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is CW in Stanley, ND?

CW is on channel 13.2 from KXMC-TV, broadcasting from 52 miles ESE of Stanley. Estimated signal: fair.

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

11 transmitters within 70 miles of Stanley; 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 Stanley?

Point your antenna ESE, at about 104°. The main network towers for Stanley sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Stanley?

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 Stanley?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Stanley?

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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