TV channels & antenna towers in Toledo, Oregon

Toledo has 50 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox and CW. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K32NK-D, 11 miles to the NNW.

50TV transmitters within 70 miles
4networks over the air
11 mito the closest tower
3,511population

Network channels in Toledo

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
ABCKEZIABC9 30 mi139° SE FairEugene, OR
CWKMTRCW16.2 59 mi136° SE FairEugene, OR
CBSKVAL-TVCBS13 59 mi136° SE GoodEugene, OR
FOXKLSR-TVFox34 59 mi136° SE FairEugene, OR

Over-the-air TV in Toledo

Toledo, Oregon has a population of about 3,510. There are 50 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 6 full-power, 3 Class A, 19 low-power and 22 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.

6 of them are within 25 miles of Toledo, 10 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 34 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Eugene, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Eugene's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 9 (KEZI), CBS on channel 13 (KVAL-TV), Fox on channel 34 (KLSR-TV) and CW on channel 16.2 (KMTR). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGW in Portland, OR, 85 miles to the northeast. 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 Toledo

Point your antenna SE, at about 137°. The main network towers for Toledo sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Three network stations, KMTR, KVAL-TV and KLSR-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 59 miles southeast of Toledo (136° SE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.

Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Toledo at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southeast, so this is an easy place to aim.

KLSR-TV (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Toledo. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Toledo

The farthest main network tower for Toledo is KLSR-TV (Fox), 59 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.

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 Toledo

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 46; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
K32NK-DTranslator11 mi 330° NNWFairLincoln City, Etc., OR
K23OC-DLow power11 mi 330° NNWFairLincoln City/Newport, OR
K15DS-DLow power11 mi 330° NNWFairNewport, Etc., OR
K29AZ-DTranslator11 mi 330° NNWFairNewport, OR
K18FR-DTranslator11 mi 330° NNWFairNewport, OR
K21LB-DLow power23 mi 352° NWeakLincoln City, OR
K14GW-DLow power33 mi 88° EWeakCorvallis, OR
KOAC-TVFull power33 mi 88° EFairCorvallis, OR
K21LY-DTranslator40 mi 173° SPoorMapleton, OR
K25NI-DTranslator40 mi 173° SPoorMapleton, OR
K19EC-DLow power41 mi 158° SSEPoorMapleton, OR
K19EI-DTranslator42 mi 12° NNEPoorPacific C/Cloverdale, OR
K34PJ-DTranslator42 mi 12° NNEPoorTillamook, OR
K35CR-DLow power42 mi 12° NNEPoorTillamook, Etc., OR
K28MJ-DTranslator42 mi 12° NNEPoorTillamook, OR
KSLM-LDLow power46 mi 58° ENEPoorDallas, OR
KPWC-LDLow power46 mi 58° ENEPoorTillamook, OR
K19MI-DLow power46 mi 57° ENEPoorSalem, OR
KJWY-LDLow power46 mi 56° NEPoorSalem, OR
K32HF-DTranslator46 mi 188° SPoorFlorence, OR
K26NE-DTranslator46 mi 188° SPoorFlorence, OR
K28NZ-DTranslator46 mi 188° SPoorFlorence, OR
K35HW-DTranslator46 mi 188° SPoorFlorence, OR
K24MF-DTranslator46 mi 188° SPoorFlorence, OR
K34NI-DLow power46 mi 188° SPoorFlorence, OR

How Toledo compares with the rest of Oregon

With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Toledo ranks 161st of 219 places in Oregon: fewer than the typical Oregon town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 30 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.

30% of Oregon's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Corvallis, 34 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Toledo: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 136° SE, the direction of KLSR-TV (Fox), 59 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 11 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Toledo, OR?

ABC is on channel 9 from KEZI, broadcasting from 30 miles SE of Toledo. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CBS in Toledo, OR?

CBS is on channel 13 from KVAL-TV, broadcasting from 59 miles SE of Toledo. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Toledo, OR?

Fox is on channel 34 from KLSR-TV, broadcasting from 59 miles SE of Toledo. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Toledo, OR?

CW is on channel 16.2 from KMTR, broadcasting from 59 miles SE of Toledo. Estimated signal: fair.

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

50 transmitters within 70 miles of Toledo; around 11 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 Toledo?

Point your antenna SE, at about 137°. The main network towers for Toledo sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Toledo?

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 Toledo?

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.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Toledo?

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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