TV channels & antenna towers in China Grove, Texas
China Grove has 31 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox, CW, ION and Telemundo. About 26 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KFLZ-LD, 2.1 miles to the S.
Network channels in China Grove
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKABBFox | 29 | 8.2 mi | 145° SE | Strong | San Antonio, TX |
| TLMKVDATelemundo | 60 | 8.5 mi | 140° SE | Strong | San Antonio, TX |
| TBNKHCE-TVTrinity | 23 | 8.8 mi | 141° SE | Strong | San Antonio, TX |
| UNIKWEX-DTUnivision | 41 | 9.4 mi | 147° SSE | Strong | San Antonio, TX |
| CBSKENSCBS | 5 | 9.6 mi | 149° SSE | Strong | San Antonio, TX |
| CWWOAI-TVCW | 4.2 | 9.6 mi | 149° SSE | Strong | San Antonio, TX |
| ABCKSAT-TVABC | 12 | 9.8 mi | 147° SSE | Good | San Antonio, TX |
| IONKPXL-TVION | 26 | 45 mi | 291° WNW | Good | Uvalde, TX |
Over-the-air TV in China Grove
China Grove, Texas has a population of about 1,290. Our map shows 31 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 12 full-power, 5 Class A, 13 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 26 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 20 at good or strong strength.
23 of them are within 25 miles of China Grove, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 4 are more than 45 miles out. Seven of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to San Antonio, so most of the network channels you will find here come from San Antonio's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 12 (KSAT-TV), CBS on channel 5 (KENS), Fox on channel 29 (KABB), CW on channel 4.2 (WOAI-TV), ION on channel 26 (KPXL-TV), Telemundo on channel 60 (KVDA), Univision on channel 41 (KWEX-DT) and Trinity on channel 23 (KHCE-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KXAN-TV in Austin, TX, 73 miles to the northeast. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong signal) and Univision (strong signal). 4 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 China Grove
Point your antenna SSE, at about 147°. The main network towers for China Grove sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Seven network stations, KABB, KVDA, KHCE-TV, KWEX-DT and KENS and others, transmit from the same tower site about 8.2 miles southeast of China Grove (145° SE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach China Grove at fair strength or better, 88% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from China Grove, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for China Grove
The farthest main network tower for China Grove is KSAT-TV (ABC), 9.8 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
KLRN is only 4.3 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 China Grove
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KFLZ-LDLow power | 2.1 mi | 185° S | Good | San Antonio, TX |
| KLRNFull power | 4.3 mi | 185° S | Strong | San Antonio, TX |
| KRTX-LDTranslator | 6.0 mi | 324° NW | Good | San Antonio, TX |
| KCOR-CDClass A | 8.9 mi | 283° WNW | Good | San Antonio, TX |
| K25OB-DClass A | 9.4 mi | 147° SSE | Good | San Antonio, TX |
| KGSA-LDLow power | 9.7 mi | 283° WNW | Fair | San Antonio, TX |
| K17MJ-DLow power | 10 mi | 291° WNW | Good | San Antonio, TX |
| KGMM-CDClass A | 10 mi | 291° WNW | Good | San Antonio, TX |
| KSAA-LDLow power | 10 mi | 291° WNW | Fair | San Antonio, TX |
| KISA-LDLow power | 10 mi | 291° WNW | Good | San Antonio, TX |
| KVDF-CDClass A | 10 mi | 291° WNW | Good | San Antonio, TX |
| KSSJ-LDLow power | 10 mi | 291° WNW | Good | San Antonio, TX |
| KQVE-LDLow power | 10 mi | 291° WNW | Fair | San Antonio, TX |
| KVHC-LDLow power | 21 mi | 320° NW | Fair | San Antonio, TX |
| KAXX-LDLow power | 21 mi | 343° NNW | Fair | San Antonio, TX |
| KNIC-DTFull power | 23 mi | 335° NNW | Strong | Blanco, TX |
| KOBS-LDLow power | 27 mi | 14° NNE | Weak | San Antonio, TX |
| K04SD-DLow power | 31 mi | 84° E | Weak | Nixon, TX |
| KMYSFull power | 36 mi | 295° WNW | Good | Kerrville, TX |
| KHPM-CDClass A | 42 mi | 35° NE | Poor | San Marcos, TX |
| KCWXFull power | 54 mi | 343° NNW | Fair | Fredericksburg, TX |
| K03JE-DLow power | 55 mi | 104° ESE | Poor | Victoria, TX |
| KWTC-LDLow power | 62 mi | 336° NNW | Poor | Kerrville, TX |
How China Grove compares with the rest of Texas
With 26 stations at fair strength or better, China Grove ranks 128th of 1,039 places in Texas: more than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 8.2 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
24% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is San Antonio, 9.0 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in China Grove: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 147° SSE, the direction of KSAT-TV (ABC), 9.8 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 26 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 China Grove, TX?
ABC is on channel 12 from KSAT-TV, broadcasting from 9.8 miles SSE of China Grove. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in China Grove, TX?
CBS is on channel 5 from KENS, broadcasting from 9.6 miles SSE of China Grove. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in China Grove, TX?
Fox is on channel 29 from KABB, broadcasting from 8.2 miles SE of China Grove. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in China Grove, TX?
CW is on channel 4.2 from WOAI-TV, broadcasting from 9.6 miles SSE of China Grove. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Telemundo in China Grove, TX?
Telemundo is on channel 60 from KVDA, broadcasting from 8.5 miles SE of China Grove. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in China Grove?
31 transmitters within 70 miles of China Grove; around 26 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 China Grove?
Point your antenna SSE, at about 147°. The main network towers for China Grove sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in China Grove?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in China Grove?
KLRN is only 4.3 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 China Grove?
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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