TV channels & antenna towers in Lakeview, Oregon
Lakeview has 13 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC and NBC. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K31KZ-D, 0.3 miles to the WSW.
Network channels in Lakeview
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCKOTINBC | 2 | 66 mi | 265° W | Weak | Klamath Falls, OR |
| ABCKDKFABC | 31 | 66 mi | 265° W | Weak | Klamath Falls, OR |
Over-the-air TV in Lakeview
Lakeview is a small community of about 2,300 people in Oregon. There are 13 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 3 full-power, 2 low-power and 8 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 5 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 7 farther out. Two of the 2 network stations in range are licensed to Klamath Falls, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Klamath Falls's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 31 (KDKF) and NBC on channel 2 (KOTI). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KPIC in Roseburg, OR, 168 miles to the northwest. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KMVU-DT in Medford, OR, 123 miles to the west. 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 Lakeview
Point your antenna W, at about 265°. The main network towers for Lakeview sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KOTI and KDKF, transmit from the same tower site about 66 miles west of Lakeview (265° W). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Lakeview, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Lakeview
The farthest main network tower for Lakeview is KDKF (ABC), 66 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
K31KZ-D is only 0.3 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 Lakeview
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K31KZ-DLow power | 0.3 mi | 258° WSW | Strong | Lakeview, OR |
| K19BK-DTranslator | 0.9 mi | 216° SW | Strong | Lakeview, OR |
| K07NR-DTranslator | 1.4 mi | 39° NE | Good | Lakeview, Etc., OR |
| K28LO-DTranslator | 14 mi | 355° N | Weak | Paisley, OR |
| K15HU-DTranslator | 16 mi | 286° WNW | Poor | Lakeview, OR |
| K09VC-DTranslator | 37 mi | 343° NNW | Poor | Paisley, OR |
| K08OB-DTranslator | 56 mi | 246° WSW | Poor | Newell, CA |
| KFTSFull power | 66 mi | 265° W | Weak | Klamath Falls, OR |
| K26NB-DTranslator | 66 mi | 265° W | Poor | Klamath Falls, OR |
| K19HH-DTranslator | 66 mi | 265° W | Poor | Midland, Etc., OR |
| K31NH-DLow power | 66 mi | 265° W | Poor | Klamath Falls, OR |
How Lakeview compares with the rest of Oregon
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Lakeview ranks 208th of 219 places in Oregon: fewer than the typical Oregon town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 66 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 Lakeview: 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 265° W, the direction of KDKF (ABC), 66 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 Lakeview, OR?
ABC is on channel 31 from KDKF, broadcasting from 66 miles W of Lakeview. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is NBC in Lakeview, OR?
NBC is on channel 2 from KOTI, broadcasting from 66 miles W of Lakeview. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Lakeview?
13 transmitters within 70 miles of Lakeview; 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 Lakeview?
Point your antenna W, at about 265°. The main network towers for Lakeview sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Lakeview?
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 Lakeview?
K31KZ-D is only 0.3 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.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Lakeview?
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 Lakeview; signal estimates ignore terrain.