TV channels & antenna towers in Grants Pass, Oregon
Grants Pass has 102 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 17 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K34NO-D, 1.9 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in Grants Pass
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKDRVABC | 12 | 18 mi | 16° NNE | Fair | Medford, OR |
| NBCKOBINBC | 5 | 19 mi | 16° NNE | Fair | Medford, OR |
| FOXKMVU-DTFox | 26 | 31 mi | 108° ESE | Fair | Medford, OR |
| CWKTVLCW | 10.2 | 40 mi | 128° SE | Good | Medford, OR |
| CWKTCWCW | 46.2 | 53 mi | 358° N | Poor | Roseburg, OR |
| CBSKPICCBS | 4 | 55 mi | 0° N | Weak | Roseburg, OR |
Over-the-air TV in Grants Pass
Grants Pass, Oregon has a population of about 37,100. Our map shows 102 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 9 full-power, 3 Class A, 30 low-power and 60 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 17 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
33 of them are within 25 miles of Grants Pass, 23 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 46 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Medford, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Medford's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 12 (KDRV), CBS on channel 4 (KPIC), NBC on channel 5 (KOBI), Fox on channel 26 (KMVU-DT) and CW on channel 10.2 (KTVL). 3 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 Grants Pass
The main network towers around Grants Pass are in different directions: ABC 16° NNE (18 mi), NBC 16° NNE (19 mi) and Fox 108° ESE (31 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, KDRV and KOBI, transmit from the same tower site about 18 miles north of Grants Pass (16° NNE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Grants Pass at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Grants Pass, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Grants Pass
The farthest main network tower for Grants Pass is KMVU-DT (Fox), 31 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
KPIC (CBS), 55 miles north, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
K14RW-D is only 1.9 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Grants Pass
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 96; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K34NO-DTranslator | 1.9 mi | 63° ENE | Good | Grants Pass, OR |
| K15BP-DTranslator | 1.9 mi | 64° ENE | Good | Grants Pass, OR |
| K14RW-DLow power | 1.9 mi | 64° ENE | Strong | Grants Pass, OR |
| K31OQ-DTranslator | 3.1 mi | 128° SE | Good | Grants Pass, OR |
| K19HS-DTranslator | 3.1 mi | 128° SE | Fair | Grants Pass, OR |
| K25JW-DTranslator | 3.7 mi | 20° NNE | Fair | Hugo, Etc., OR |
| K36NF-DClass A | 4.8 mi | 145° SE | Fair | Grants Pass, OR |
| K02JJ-DTranslator | 4.8 mi | 145° SE | Weak | Williams, OR |
| KBLN-TVFull power | 4.8 mi | 145° SE | Fair | Grants Pass, OR |
| K28NO-DTranslator | 5.8 mi | 86° E | Weak | Rogue River, OR |
| K17EZ-DLow power | 8.2 mi | 31° NNE | Fair | Rogue River, OR |
| K33GJ-DLow power | 11 mi | 351° N | Weak | Merlin, OR |
| K18LU-DTranslator | 11 mi | 351° N | Weak | Glendale, Etc., OR |
| K22OB-DLow power | 14 mi | 88° E | Weak | Medford, OR |
| K20KV-DLow power | 16 mi | 94° E | Weak | Medford, OR |
| K33PM-DLow power | 17 mi | 93° E | Weak | Gold Hill, OR |
| K04JZ-DTranslator | 17 mi | 93° E | Poor | Gold Hill, OR |
| K27KW-DTranslator | 17 mi | 93° E | Poor | Gold Hill, Etc, OR |
| K15KJ-DTranslator | 17 mi | 93° E | Fair | Gold Hill, OR |
| KSYSFull power | 18 mi | 16° NNE | Fair | Medford, OR |
| K07HS-DTranslator | 19 mi | 175° S | Poor | Williams, OR |
| K14TH-DTranslator | 19 mi | 175° S | Poor | Williams, OR |
| K23EX-DClass A | 19 mi | 108° ESE | Fair | Medford, OR |
| K07PZ-DLow power | 21 mi | 234° SW | Poor | Cave Junction, OR |
| K21JI-DTranslator | 21 mi | 234° SW | Weak | Cave Junction, Etc., OR |
How Grants Pass compares with the rest of Oregon
With 17 stations at fair strength or better, Grants Pass ranks 93rd of 219 places in Oregon: more than the typical Oregon town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 18 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.
47% of Oregon's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Medford, 24 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Grants Pass: 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 108° ESE, the direction of KMVU-DT (Fox), 31 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 17 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 Grants Pass, OR?
ABC is on channel 12 from KDRV, broadcasting from 18 miles NNE of Grants Pass. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Grants Pass, OR?
CBS is on channel 4 from KPIC, broadcasting from 55 miles N of Grants Pass. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is NBC in Grants Pass, OR?
NBC is on channel 5 from KOBI, broadcasting from 19 miles NNE of Grants Pass. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Grants Pass, OR?
Fox is on channel 26 from KMVU-DT, broadcasting from 31 miles ESE of Grants Pass. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Grants Pass, OR?
CW is on channel 10.2 from KTVL, broadcasting from 40 miles SE of Grants Pass. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Grants Pass?
102 transmitters within 70 miles of Grants Pass; around 17 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 Grants Pass?
The main network towers around Grants Pass are in different directions: ABC 16° NNE (18 mi), NBC 16° NNE (19 mi) and Fox 108° ESE (31 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Grants Pass?
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. The towers are spread over about 92° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help. Picking up CBS from up to 55 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Grants Pass?
KPIC (CBS), 55 miles north, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Grants Pass?
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 Oregon · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Grants Pass; signal estimates ignore terrain.