TV channels & antenna towers in Enumclaw, Washington
Enumclaw has 25 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 16 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K18NH-D, 13 miles to the W.
Network channels in Enumclaw
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONKWPX-TVION | 33 | 21 mi | 3° N | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| MeTVKFFVMeTV | 44.1 | 32 mi | 332° NNW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| NBCKING-TVNBC | 5 | 34 mi | 330° NNW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| CWKUNS-TVCW | 51 | 34 mi | 330° NNW | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| ABCKOMO-TVABC | 4 | 34 mi | 330° NNW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| CBSKIRO-TVCBS | 7 | 34 mi | 330° NNW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| TBNKTBW-TVTrinity | 20 | 44 mi | 302° WNW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| FOXKCPQFox | 13 | 45 mi | 302° WNW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
Over-the-air TV in Enumclaw
Enumclaw is a city of about 11,600 people in Washington. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 25 licensed TV transmitters: 15 full-power, 8 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 16 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 11 at good or strong strength.
5 of them are within 25 miles of Enumclaw, 16 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 4 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Seattle, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Seattle's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 4 (KOMO-TV), CBS on channel 7 (KIRO-TV), NBC on channel 5 (KING-TV), Fox on channel 13 (KCPQ), CW on channel 51 (KUNS-TV), ION on channel 33 (KWPX-TV), MeTV on channel 44.1 (KFFV) and Trinity on channel 20 (KTBW-TV). 7 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 Enumclaw
Point your antenna NW, at about 323°. The main network towers for Enumclaw sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, KING-TV, KUNS-TV, KOMO-TV and KIRO-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 34 miles northwest of Enumclaw (330° NNW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Enumclaw at fair strength or better, 88% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Enumclaw, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Enumclaw
The farthest main network tower for Enumclaw is KCPQ (Fox), 45 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Enumclaw
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K18NH-DTranslator | 13 mi | 261° W | Fair | Puyallup, WA |
| KWDKFull power | 21 mi | 3° N | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KUSE-LDLow power | 21 mi | 3° N | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KBTC-TVFull power | 25 mi | 282° WNW | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| K18NI-DTranslator | 26 mi | 307° NW | Weak | Point Pulley, Etc., WA |
| KSTWFull power | 32 mi | 333° NNW | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KZJOFull power | 32 mi | 333° NNW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| KCTS-TVFull power | 32 mi | 333° NNW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KONGFull power | 34 mi | 330° NNW | Good | Everett, WA |
| KRUM-LDLow power | 34 mi | 330° NNW | Weak | Seattle, WA |
| K20NF-DLow power | 34 mi | 330° NNW | Weak | Seattle, WA |
| KQAH-LDLow power | 34 mi | 330° NNW | Weak | Maltby, WA |
| KYMU-LDLow power | 34 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Seattle, WA |
| K29ED-DLow power | 54 mi | 353° N | Poor | Everett, WA |
| K17NX-DLow power | 67 mi | 229° SW | Poor | Centralia/Chehalis, WA |
| KCKAFull power | 67 mi | 229° SW | Weak | Centralia, WA |
| K15MI-DLow power | 67 mi | 229° SW | Poor | Centralia/Chelasis, WA |
How Enumclaw compares with the rest of Washington
With 16 stations at fair strength or better, Enumclaw ranks 210th of 398 places in Washington: fewer than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 21 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.
60% of Washington's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Auburn, 13 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Enumclaw: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 302° WNW, the direction of KCPQ (Fox), 45 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 16 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 Enumclaw, WA?
ABC is on channel 4 from KOMO-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles NNW of Enumclaw. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Enumclaw, WA?
CBS is on channel 7 from KIRO-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles NNW of Enumclaw. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Enumclaw, WA?
NBC is on channel 5 from KING-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles NNW of Enumclaw. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Enumclaw, WA?
Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 45 miles WNW of Enumclaw. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Enumclaw, WA?
CW is on channel 51 from KUNS-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles NNW of Enumclaw. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Enumclaw?
25 transmitters within 70 miles of Enumclaw; around 16 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Enumclaw?
Point your antenna NW, at about 323°. The main network towers for Enumclaw sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Enumclaw?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Enumclaw?
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Enumclaw?
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 Enumclaw; signal estimates ignore terrain.