TV channels & antenna towers in Huntsville, Texas
Huntsville has 35 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox and CW. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KHXL-LD, 4.7 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Huntsville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKBTX-TVCW | 3.2 | 31 mi | 248° WSW | Good | Bryan, TX |
| NBCKAGS-LDNBC | 23 | 52 mi | 268° W | Poor | Bryan, TX |
| FOXKYLE-TVFox | 28.2 | 52 mi | 268° W | Weak | Bryan, TX |
| ABCKRHD-CDABC | 15 | 55 mi | 273° W | Poor | Bryan, TX |
| FOXKFXL-LDFox | 51 | 64 mi | 46° NE | Poor | Lufkin, TX |
| ABCKTREABC | 9 | 65 mi | 43° NE | Poor | Lufkin, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Huntsville
Huntsville is a city of about 40,900 people in Texas. There are 35 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 4 full-power, 1 Class A and 30 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
4 of them are within 25 miles of Huntsville, 8 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 23 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Bryan, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Bryan's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 9 (KTRE), NBC on channel 23 (KAGS-LD), Fox on channel 28.2 (KYLE-TV) and CW on channel 3.2 (KBTX-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KHOU in Houston, TX, 80 miles to the south. 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 Huntsville
The main network towers around Huntsville are in different directions: ABC 43° NE (65 mi) and Fox 268° W (52 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
KTRE (ABC) and KYLE-TV (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Huntsville. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Huntsville
The farthest main network tower for Huntsville is KTRE (ABC), 65 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 stations near Huntsville
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 29; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KHXL-LDLow power | 4.7 mi | 107° ESE | Weak | Huntsville, TX |
| KHTX-LDLow power | 4.7 mi | 107° ESE | Good | Huntsville, TX |
| K28QN-DLow power | 23 mi | 248° WSW | Fair | Conroe, TX |
| K20PC-DLow power | 24 mi | 3° N | Fair | Centerville, TX |
| KNXG-LDLow power | 31 mi | 248° WSW | Fair | College Station, TX |
| K03IJ-DLow power | 31 mi | 248° WSW | Weak | College Station, TX |
| KCTL-LDLow power | 36 mi | 136° SE | Weak | Livingston, TX |
| KTWC-LDLow power | 40 mi | 6° N | Poor | Crockett, TX |
| KIVY-LDLow power | 41 mi | 8° N | Poor | Crockett, TX |
| K30QR-DLow power | 43 mi | 262° W | Poor | Bryan, TX |
| K21PO-DLow power | 43 mi | 262° W | Poor | Bryan, TX |
| K35PH-DLow power | 47 mi | 263° W | Poor | College Station, TX |
| KLNL-LDLow power | 47 mi | 263° W | Poor | College Station, TX |
| KAMU-TVFull power | 48 mi | 262° W | Poor | College Station, TX |
| K36LD-DLow power | 52 mi | 265° W | Poor | College Station, TX |
| KAHO-LDLow power | 63 mi | 170° S | Poor | Woodville, TX |
| K22OK-DLow power | 63 mi | 284° WNW | Poor | Calvert, TX |
| KIBN-LDLow power | 64 mi | 46° NE | Poor | Lufkin, TX |
| KNCD-LDLow power | 65 mi | 43° NE | Poor | Nacogdoches, TX |
| KEHO-LDLow power | 66 mi | 163° SSE | Poor | Houston, TX |
| KBMN-LDLow power | 66 mi | 163° SSE | Poor | Houston, TX |
| KTDJ-LDLow power | 67 mi | 170° S | Poor | Dayton, TX |
| KBPX-LDLow power | 67 mi | 170° S | Poor | Houston, TX |
| KQHO-LDLow power | 67 mi | 170° S | Poor | Houston, TX |
| KZHO-LDLow power | 68 mi | 171° S | Poor | Houston, TX |
How Huntsville compares with the rest of Texas
With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Huntsville ranks 855th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 31 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
32% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is The Woodlands, 39 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Huntsville: 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 43° NE, the direction of KTRE (ABC), 65 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 5 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 Huntsville, TX?
ABC is on channel 9 from KTRE, broadcasting from 65 miles NE of Huntsville. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is NBC in Huntsville, TX?
NBC is on channel 23 from KAGS-LD, broadcasting from 52 miles W of Huntsville. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Fox in Huntsville, TX?
Fox is on channel 28.2 from KYLE-TV, broadcasting from 52 miles W of Huntsville. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Huntsville, TX?
CW is on channel 3.2 from KBTX-TV, broadcasting from 31 miles WSW of Huntsville. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Huntsville?
35 transmitters within 70 miles of Huntsville; around 5 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 Huntsville?
The main network towers around Huntsville are in different directions: ABC 43° NE (65 mi) and Fox 268° W (52 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Huntsville?
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. The towers are spread over about 135° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Huntsville?
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 Huntsville?
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 Huntsville; signal estimates ignore terrain.