TV channels & antenna towers in Central Park, Washington

Central Park has 30 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying Fox and Trinity. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K25CG-D, 3.8 miles to the SW.

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30TV transmitters within 70 miles

2networks over the air

3.8 mito the closest tower

2,685population

Network channels in Central Park

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
FOXKCPQFox	13	57 mi	46° NE	Fair	Tacoma, WA
TBNKTBW-TVTrinity	20	58 mi	46° NE	Fair	Tacoma, WA

Over-the-air TV in Central Park

Central Park is a town of about 2,690 people in Washington. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 30 licensed TV transmitters: 4 full-power, 10 low-power and 16 translators. 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.

By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 9 between 25 and 45 miles, and 20 farther out. Two of the 2 network stations in range are licensed to Tacoma, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Tacoma's stations.

The best-placed network stations are Fox on channel 13 (KCPQ) and Trinity on channel 20 (KTBW-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOMO-TV in Seattle, WA, 77 miles to the northeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KIRO-TV in Seattle, WA, 77 miles to the northeast. 2 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 Central Park

Point your antenna NE, at about 46°. The main network towers for Central Park sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Two network stations, KCPQ and KTBW-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 57 miles northeast of Central Park (46° NE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Central Park, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Central Park

The farthest main network tower for Central Park is KCPQ (Fox), 57 miles away with a fair 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 stations near Central Park

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 28; see all in the finder.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K25CG-DLow power	3.8 mi	214° SW	Good	Aberdeen, WA
K15IQ-DLow power	28 mi	171° S	Fair	Astoria, OR
K20NL-DTranslator	36 mi	169° S	Poor	Grays River, Lebam, WA
K35HU-DTranslator	36 mi	169° S	Poor	Grays River, WA
K29IB-DTranslator	36 mi	169° S	Poor	Grays River, Etc., WA
K31IR-DTranslator	36 mi	169° S	Poor	Grays River, WA
K16LV-DTranslator	36 mi	169° S	Poor	Grays River, WA
K17NX-DLow power	42 mi	134° SE	Poor	Centralia/Chehalis, WA
KCKAFull power	42 mi	134° SE	Good	Centralia, WA
K15MI-DLow power	42 mi	134° SE	Poor	Centralia/Chelasis, WA
K23GK-DTranslator	48 mi	192° SSW	Poor	Astoria, OR
K17HA-DTranslator	48 mi	192° SSW	Poor	Astoria, OR
K21DE-DLow power	48 mi	192° SSW	Poor	Seaside-Astoria, OR
K26DB-DTranslator	48 mi	192° SSW	Poor	Astoria, OR
K28FP-DLow power	48 mi	192° SSW	Poor	Astoria, OR
K34DC-DTranslator	48 mi	192° SSW	Poor	Astoria, OR
K36LI-LDLow power	50 mi	191° S	Poor	Astoria, OR
KHPN-LDLow power	55 mi	187° S	Poor	Astoria, OR
K24IT-DLow power	56 mi	167° SSE	Poor	Hoquiam, WA
KBTC-TVFull power	59 mi	69° ENE	Weak	Tacoma, WA
K27NZ-DLow power	65 mi	147° SSE	Poor	Longview, WA
K18NI-DTranslator	67 mi	61° ENE	Poor	Point Pulley, Etc., WA
K18NH-DTranslator	69 mi	78° ENE	Poor	Puyallup, WA
K36OJ-DTranslator	69 mi	144° SE	Poor	Rainier, OR
K17GV-DTranslator	69 mi	144° SE	Poor	Rainier, OR

How Central Park compares with the rest of Washington

With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Central Park ranks 337th of 398 places in Washington: fewer than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 57 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.

24% of Washington's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Olympia, 38 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Central Park: 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 46° NE, the direction of KCPQ (Fox), 57 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 Fox in Central Park, WA?

Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 57 miles NE of Central Park. Estimated signal: fair.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Central Park?

30 transmitters within 70 miles of Central Park; 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 Central Park?

Point your antenna NE, at about 46°. The main network towers for Central Park sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Central Park?

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 Central Park?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Central Park?

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 Washington · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Central Park; signal estimates ignore terrain.