TV channels & antenna towers in Guthrie, Texas
Guthrie has 12 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K27HM-D, 53 miles to the NE.
Over-the-air TV in Guthrie
With roughly 160 residents, Guthrie is a small community in Texas. Our map shows 12 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 1 full-power, 1 low-power and 10 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Guthrie, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 12 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KAMC in Lubbock, TX, 89 miles to the west. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KLBK-TV in Lubbock, TX, 89 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 Guthrie
Point your antenna NE, at about 39°. The nearest towers for Guthrie sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
K27HM-D, K29FR-D and K31HC-D lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Guthrie. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Guthrie
The farthest of the closest towers for Guthrie is K31HC-D, 53 miles away with a very 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.
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 TV stations near Guthrie
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K27HM-DTranslator | 53 mi | 39° NE | Poor | Quanah, TX |
| K29FR-DTranslator | 53 mi | 39° NE | Poor | Quanah, TX |
| K31HC-DTranslator | 53 mi | 39° NE | Poor | Quanah, TX |
| K33HG-DTranslator | 53 mi | 39° NE | Poor | Quanah, TX |
| K14QV-DTranslator | 57 mi | 5° N | Poor | Childress, TX |
| K23DE-DTranslator | 57 mi | 5° N | Poor | Childress, TX |
| K18MD-DTranslator | 57 mi | 5° N | Poor | Childress, TX |
| K25CQ-DTranslator | 57 mi | 5° N | Poor | Childress, TX |
| K16LY-DTranslator | 57 mi | 5° N | Poor | Childress, TX |
| K21IR-DTranslator | 57 mi | 5° N | Poor | Childress, TX |
| KPCB-DTFull power | 67 mi | 210° SSW | Poor | Snyder, TX |
| KABI-LDLow power | 69 mi | 210° SSW | Poor | Snyder, TX |
How Guthrie compares with the rest of Texas
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Guthrie ranks 1,012th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14).
32% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Guthrie: 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 39° NE, the direction of K31HC-D, 53 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 0 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Guthrie?
12 transmitters within 70 miles of Guthrie; around 0 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 Guthrie?
Point your antenna NE, at about 39°. The nearest towers for Guthrie sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Guthrie?
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 Guthrie?
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 Guthrie?
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 Texas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Guthrie; signal estimates ignore terrain.