TV channels & antenna towers in Heppner, Oregon

Heppner has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and Univision. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K36DP-D, 16 miles to the SE.

Open Heppner in the live finder

27TV transmitters within 70 miles

5networks over the air

16 mito the closest tower

1,287population

Network channels in Heppner

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
UNIKVVK-CDUnivision	15	54 mi	19° NNE	Poor	Kennewick, Etc., WA
CWKEPR-TVCW	19.2	54 mi	19° NNE	Fair	Pasco, WA
ABCKVEWABC	42	56 mi	21° NNE	Fair	Kennewick, WA
NBCKNDUNBC	25	56 mi	21° NNE	Fair	Richland, WA
FOXKBWU-LDFox	11	56 mi	21° NNE	Poor	Richland, Etc.,, WA

Over-the-air TV in Heppner

Heppner, Oregon has a population of about 1,290. There are 27 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 4 full-power, 1 Class A, 11 low-power and 11 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.

By distance, 5 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 21 farther out.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 42 (KVEW), NBC on channel 25 (KNDU), Fox on channel 11 (KBWU-LD), CW on channel 19.2 (KEPR-TV) and Univision on channel 15 (KVVK-CD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KLEW-TV in Lewiston, ID, 141 miles to the northeast. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (very weak signal). 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 Heppner

Point your antenna NNE, at about 21°. The main network towers for Heppner sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Two network stations, KVVK-CD and KEPR-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 54 miles north of Heppner (19° NNE). That one direction covers every station on the site.

Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Heppner at fair strength or better, all arrive from the north, so this is an easy place to aim.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Heppner, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Heppner

The farthest main network tower for Heppner is KNDU (NBC), 56 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

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 Heppner

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K36DP-DTranslator	16 mi	127° SE	Fair	Pendleton, OR
K32DE-DTranslator	16 mi	127° SE	Fair	Pendleton, OR
K16LN-DTranslator	16 mi	127° SE	Fair	Pendleton, OR
K34DI-DTranslator	16 mi	127° SE	Fair	Pendleton, OR
K28GD-DTranslator	16 mi	127° SE	Fair	Heppner, Etc., OR
K17GK-DTranslator	44 mi	311° NW	Poor	Arlington, OR
K19KP-DLow power	45 mi	16° NNE	Poor	Hermiston, OR
K25OO-DTranslator	50 mi	71° ENE	Poor	Pendleton, OR
K21OT-DLow power	56 mi	21° NNE	Poor	Pasco-Kennewick, WA
K32KY-DLow power	56 mi	21° NNE	Poor	Pasco, WA
K06QD-DLow power	56 mi	21° NNE	Poor	Pasco, WA
KTNWFull power	56 mi	22° NNE	Fair	Richland, WA
KWCZ-LDTranslator	58 mi	351° N	Poor	Sunnyside-Grandview, WA
KXHG-LDTranslator	58 mi	351° N	Poor	Sunnyside, WA
K23JU-DLow power	58 mi	351° N	Poor	Prosser, WA
K34MZ-DTranslator	58 mi	351° N	Poor	Prosser, WA
K28QK-DLow power	59 mi	26° NNE	Poor	Pasco, WA
K31KW-DLow power	62 mi	11° N	Poor	Richland, WA
K20KG-DLow power	62 mi	11° N	Poor	Pasco, WA
KRLB-LDLow power	62 mi	10° N	Poor	Richland, Etc, WA
KWWO-LDLow power	65 mi	61° ENE	Poor	Walla Walla, WA
K26FQ-DTranslator	70 mi	155° SSE	Poor	John Day, OR

How Heppner compares with the rest of Oregon

With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Heppner ranks 180th of 219 places in Oregon: fewer than the typical Oregon town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 54 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.

30% of Oregon's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Heppner: 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 21° NNE, the direction of KNDU (NBC), 56 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 9 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 Heppner, OR?

ABC is on channel 42 from KVEW, broadcasting from 56 miles NNE of Heppner. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is NBC in Heppner, OR?

NBC is on channel 25 from KNDU, broadcasting from 56 miles NNE of Heppner. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is Fox in Heppner, OR?

Fox is on channel 11 from KBWU-LD, broadcasting from 56 miles NNE of Heppner. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is CW in Heppner, OR?

CW is on channel 19.2 from KEPR-TV, broadcasting from 54 miles NNE of Heppner. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is Univision in Heppner, OR?

Univision is on channel 15 from KVVK-CD, broadcasting from 54 miles NNE of Heppner. Estimated signal: very weak.

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

27 transmitters within 70 miles of Heppner; around 9 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 Heppner?

Point your antenna NNE, at about 21°. The main network towers for Heppner sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Heppner?

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 Heppner?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Heppner?

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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