TV channels & antenna towers in Lakeway, Texas
Lakeway has 31 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 19 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KLRU, 11 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Lakeway
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKEYE-TVCBS | 42 | 11 mi | 105° ESE | Strong | Austin, TX |
| ABCKVUEABC | 24 | 11 mi | 105° ESE | Strong | Austin, TX |
| CWKNVACW | 54 | 11 mi | 104° ESE | Strong | Austin, TX |
| NBCKXAN-TVNBC | 36 | 11 mi | 104° ESE | Strong | Austin, TX |
| IONKVAT-LDION | 17.5 | 11 mi | 105° ESE | Good | Austin, TX |
| FOXKTBCFox | 7 | 12 mi | 108° ESE | Good | Austin, TX |
| UNIKAKW-DTUnivision | 62 | 25 mi | 359° N | Fair | Killeen, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Lakeway
Lakeway, Texas has a population of about 14,200. There are 31 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 10 full-power, 9 Class A, 11 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 19 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 14 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 16 transmitters are within 25 miles, 7 between 25 and 45 miles, and 8 farther out. Six of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Austin, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Austin's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 24 (KVUE), CBS on channel 42 (KEYE-TV), NBC on channel 36 (KXAN-TV), Fox on channel 7 (KTBC), CW on channel 54 (KNVA), ION on channel 17.5 (KVAT-LD) and Univision on channel 62 (KAKW-DT). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (fair 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 Lakeway
Point your antenna ESE, at about 106°. The main network towers for Lakeway sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, KEYE-TV, KVUE, KNVA, KXAN-TV and KTBC, transmit from the same tower site about 11 miles east of Lakeway (105° ESE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Lakeway at fair strength or better, 83% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Lakeway, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Lakeway
The farthest main network tower for Lakeway is KTBC (Fox), 12 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
KLRU is only 11 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 Lakeway
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KLRUFull power | 11 mi | 105° ESE | Strong | Austin, TX |
| KADF-LDLow power | 11 mi | 105° ESE | Good | Austin, TX |
| K34FM-DLow power | 11 mi | 105° ESE | Good | Austin, TX |
| KTFO-CDClass A | 11 mi | 104° ESE | Good | Austin, TX |
| KBVO-CDClass A | 11 mi | 104° ESE | Good | Austin, TX |
| KXLK-CDClass A | 11 mi | 104° ESE | Good | Austin, TX |
| KADT-LDLow power | 11 mi | 105° ESE | Fair | Austin, TX |
| KGBS-CDClass A | 11 mi | 105° ESE | Good | Austin, TX |
| K32OJ-DLow power | 15 mi | 110° ESE | Fair | Austin, TX |
| KTXU-LDLow power | 16 mi | 116° ESE | Weak | West Lake Hills, TX |
| KHPZ-CDClass A | 25 mi | 49° NE | Poor | Round Rock, TX |
| KHPX-CDClass A | 25 mi | 49° NE | Poor | Georgetown, TX |
| KHPM-CDClass A | 33 mi | 177° S | Poor | San Marcos, TX |
| KCWXFull power | 41 mi | 248° WSW | Fair | Fredericksburg, TX |
| KBVOFull power | 41 mi | 302° WNW | Good | Llano, TX |
| KOBS-LDLow power | 44 mi | 201° SSW | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| KWTC-LDLow power | 49 mi | 257° WSW | Poor | Kerrville, TX |
| KPLE-CDClass A | 51 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Killeen, TX |
| KHPF-CDClass A | 53 mi | 266° W | Poor | Fredericksburg, TX |
| KAXX-LDLow power | 55 mi | 211° SSW | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| KNIC-DTFull power | 56 mi | 215° SW | Fair | Blanco, TX |
| KVHC-LDLow power | 62 mi | 215° SW | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| K04SD-DLow power | 65 mi | 173° S | Poor | Nixon, TX |
| KRTX-LDTranslator | 68 mi | 202° SSW | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
How Lakeway compares with the rest of Texas
With 19 stations at fair strength or better, Lakeway ranks 375th of 1,039 places in Texas: more than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 11 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 Cedar Park, 14 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Lakeway: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 108° ESE, the direction of KTBC (Fox), 12 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 19 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 Lakeway, TX?
ABC is on channel 24 from KVUE, broadcasting from 11 miles ESE of Lakeway. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Lakeway, TX?
CBS is on channel 42 from KEYE-TV, broadcasting from 11 miles ESE of Lakeway. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Lakeway, TX?
NBC is on channel 36 from KXAN-TV, broadcasting from 11 miles ESE of Lakeway. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Lakeway, TX?
Fox is on channel 7 from KTBC, broadcasting from 12 miles ESE of Lakeway. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Lakeway, TX?
CW is on channel 54 from KNVA, broadcasting from 11 miles ESE of Lakeway. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Lakeway?
31 transmitters within 70 miles of Lakeway; around 19 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 Lakeway?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 106°. The main network towers for Lakeway sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Lakeway?
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 Lakeway?
KLRU is only 11 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 Lakeway?
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 Lakeway; signal estimates ignore terrain.