TV channels & antenna towers in Bison, South Dakota
Bison has 1 TV transmitter within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KPSD-TV, 34 miles to the SSE.
Over-the-air TV in Bison
Bison is a small community of about 339 people in South Dakota. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 1 licensed TV transmitter. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Bison, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 0 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KBMY in Bismarck, ND, 108 miles to the northeast. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KNBN in Rapid City, SD, 106 miles to the south. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Bison. 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 Bison
Point your antenna SSE, at about 163°. The nearest towers for Bison sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Bison, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Bison
The farthest of the closest towers for Bison is KPSD-TV, 34 miles away with a fair 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 TV stations near Bison
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KPSD-TVFull power | 34 mi | 163° SSE | Fair | Eagle Butte, SD |
How Bison compares with the rest of South Dakota
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Bison ranks 85th of 101 places in South Dakota: fewer than the typical South Dakota town (4).
35% of South Dakota's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Bison: 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 163° SSE, the direction of KPSD-TV, 34 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 1 station, 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Bison?
1 transmitter within 70 miles of Bison; around 1 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 Bison?
Point your antenna SSE, at about 163°. The nearest towers for Bison sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Bison?
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 Bison?
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 Bison?
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 South Dakota · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Bison; signal estimates ignore terrain.