TV channels & antenna towers in Mendon, Utah
Mendon has 144 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 13 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K08QL-D, 4.0 miles to the NW.
Over-the-air TV in Mendon
With roughly 1,350 residents, Mendon is a small community in Utah. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 144 licensed TV transmitters: 1 full-power, 10 low-power and 133 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 13 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 16 transmitters are within 25 miles, 58 between 25 and 45 miles, and 70 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTVX in Salt Lake City, UT, 74 miles to the south. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KUTV in Salt Lake City, UT, 74 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 Mendon
The nearest towers around Mendon are in different directions: K08QL-D 323° NW (4.0 mi), K11XG-D 169° S (6.9 mi) and KJDN-LD 169° S (6.9 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Mendon, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Mendon
The farthest of the closest towers for Mendon is KJDN-LD, 6.9 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Mendon
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 144; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K08QL-DLow power | 4.0 mi | 323° NW | Fair | Logan, UT |
| K11XG-DLow power | 6.9 mi | 169° S | Weak | Logan, UT |
| KJDN-LDLow power | 6.9 mi | 169° S | Weak | Logan, UT |
| K18DL-DTranslator | 11 mi | 169° S | Fair | Logan, UT |
| K17II-DLow power | 11 mi | 169° S | Fair | Logan, UT |
| K20NC-DTranslator | 11 mi | 169° S | Fair | Logan, UT |
| K36OR-DTranslator | 11 mi | 169° S | Fair | Logan, UT |
| K34OI-DTranslator | 11 mi | 169° S | Fair | Logan, UT |
| K32MW-DTranslator | 11 mi | 169° S | Fair | Logan, UT |
| K30OY-DTranslator | 11 mi | 169° S | Fair | Logan, UT |
| K28OS-DTranslator | 11 mi | 169° S | Fair | Logan, UT |
| K15JH-DTranslator | 11 mi | 169° S | Fair | Logan, UT |
| K22MH-DLow power | 11 mi | 169° S | Fair | Logan, UT |
| KCVB-LDLow power | 11 mi | 169° S | Weak | Logan, UT |
| K04RX-DTranslator | 13 mi | 336° NNW | Fair | Preston, ID |
| KUTFFull power | 14 mi | 291° WNW | Good | Logan, UT |
| K28JK-DTranslator | 27 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Huntsville, Liberty, UT |
| K19LR-DTranslator | 27 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Huntsville, Etc., UT |
| K25IX-DTranslator | 27 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Huntsville, Etc., UT |
| K23IC-DTranslator | 27 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Huntsville, Etc., UT |
| K17IP-DTranslator | 27 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Huntsville, Etc., UT |
| K35GG-DTranslator | 27 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Huntsville, Etc., UT |
| K14RY-DTranslator | 28 mi | 335° NNW | Weak | Malad & Surrounding, ID |
| K20OF-DTranslator | 28 mi | 335° NNW | Weak | Malad, ID |
| K25IP-DTranslator | 28 mi | 335° NNW | Weak | Malad City, ID |
How Mendon compares with the rest of Utah
With 13 stations at fair strength or better, Mendon ranks 100th of 180 places in Utah: fewer than the typical Utah town (15).
38% of Utah's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Logan, 7.6 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Mendon: 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 169° S, the direction of KJDN-LD, 6.9 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 13 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 Mendon?
144 transmitters within 70 miles of Mendon; around 13 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 Mendon?
The nearest towers around Mendon are in different directions: K08QL-D 323° NW (4.0 mi), K11XG-D 169° S (6.9 mi) and KJDN-LD 169° S (6.9 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Mendon?
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 154° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Mendon?
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 Mendon?
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 Utah · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Mendon; signal estimates ignore terrain.