TV channels & antenna towers in El Reno, Oklahoma
El Reno has 37 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 21 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K35MV-D, 5.6 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in El Reno
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKOCO-TVABC | 5 | 26 mi | 85° E | Good | Oklahoma City, OK |
| FOXKOKH-TVFox | 25 | 26 mi | 87° E | Good | Oklahoma City, OK |
| IONKOPX-TVION | 62 | 26 mi | 84° E | Good | Oklahoma City, OK |
| CWKAUT-TVCW | 43 | 26 mi | 84° E | Good | Oklahoma City, OK |
| NBCKFOR-TVNBC | 4 | 26 mi | 84° E | Good | Oklahoma City, OK |
| UNIKUOK-CDUnivision | 36 | 26 mi | 108° ESE | Fair | Oklahoma City, OK |
| TLMKTUZ-TVTelemundo | 30 | 26 mi | 86° E | Good | Shawnee, OK |
| TBNKTBO-TVTrinity | 14 | 27 mi | 83° E | Good | Oklahoma City, OK |
| CBSKWTV-DTCBS | 9 | 27 mi | 80° E | Good | Oklahoma City, OK |
Over-the-air TV in El Reno
El Reno, Oklahoma has a population of about 18,500. There are 37 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 12 full-power, 3 Class A, 9 low-power and 13 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 21 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 11 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 25 between 25 and 45 miles, and 11 farther out. Eight of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Oklahoma City, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Oklahoma City's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 5 (KOCO-TV), CBS on channel 9 (KWTV-DT), NBC on channel 4 (KFOR-TV), Fox on channel 25 (KOKH-TV), CW on channel 43 (KAUT-TV), ION on channel 62 (KOPX-TV), Telemundo on channel 30 (KTUZ-TV), Univision on channel 36 (KUOK-CD) and Trinity on channel 14 (KTBO-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (fair signal). 4 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 El Reno
Point your antenna E, at about 84°. The main network towers for El Reno sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Seven network stations, KOCO-TV, KOKH-TV, KOPX-TV, KAUT-TV and KFOR-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 26 miles east of El Reno (85° E). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach El Reno 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 El Reno, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for El Reno
The farthest main network tower for El Reno is KWTV-DT (CBS), 27 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 El Reno
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 28; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K35MV-DTranslator | 5.6 mi | 337° NNW | Good | Concho, OK |
| KOCBFull power | 26 mi | 87° E | Good | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KOCY-LDLow power | 26 mi | 108° ESE | Fair | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KOCMFull power | 26 mi | 86° E | Fair | Norman, OK |
| KSBIFull power | 27 mi | 80° E | Good | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KETA-TVFull power | 27 mi | 80° E | Fair | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KBZC-LDLow power | 27 mi | 80° E | Fair | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KWRW-LDTranslator | 27 mi | 103° ESE | Fair | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KTOU-LDLow power | 28 mi | 111° ESE | Fair | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KUOT-CDClass A | 30 mi | 112° ESE | Fair | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KLHO-LDLow power | 30 mi | 112° ESE | Fair | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KOHC-CDClass A | 31 mi | 112° ESE | Fair | Oklahoma City, OK |
| K14MU-DTranslator | 44 mi | 267° W | Poor | Weatherford, OK |
| K21IT-DTranslator | 44 mi | 267° W | Poor | Weatherford, OK |
| K28OX-DTranslator | 44 mi | 267° W | Poor | Weatherford, OK |
| K36IY-DTranslator | 44 mi | 267° W | Poor | Weatherford, OK |
| K35MQ-DTranslator | 44 mi | 267° W | Poor | Weatherford, OK |
| K17JN-DLow power | 61 mi | 358° N | Poor | Enid, OK |
| K32MG-DLow power | 61 mi | 358° N | Poor | Enid, OK |
| K36AB-DTranslator | 65 mi | 196° SSW | Poor | Lawton, OK |
| K21MP-DLow power | 66 mi | 196° SSW | Poor | Lawton, OK |
| K34NE-DLow power | 66 mi | 196° SSW | Poor | Lawton, OK |
| K31MK-DLow power | 68 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Lawton, OK |
| K36NR-DTranslator | 68 mi | 305° NW | Poor | Seiling, OK |
| K23NH-DTranslator | 68 mi | 305° NW | Poor | Seiling, OK |
How El Reno compares with the rest of Oklahoma
With 21 stations at fair strength or better, El Reno ranks 7th of 244 places in Oklahoma: more than the typical Oklahoma town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 26 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.
44% of Oklahoma's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Oklahoma City, 25 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in El Reno: 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 80° E, the direction of KWTV-DT (CBS), 27 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 21 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 El Reno, OK?
ABC is on channel 5 from KOCO-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles E of El Reno. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in El Reno, OK?
CBS is on channel 9 from KWTV-DT, broadcasting from 27 miles E of El Reno. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in El Reno, OK?
NBC is on channel 4 from KFOR-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles E of El Reno. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in El Reno, OK?
Fox is on channel 25 from KOKH-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles E of El Reno. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in El Reno, OK?
CW is on channel 43 from KAUT-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles E of El Reno. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in El Reno?
37 transmitters within 70 miles of El Reno; around 21 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 El Reno?
Point your antenna E, at about 84°. The main network towers for El Reno sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in El Reno?
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 El Reno?
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 El Reno?
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 Oklahoma · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of El Reno; signal estimates ignore terrain.