TV channels & antenna towers in Larch Way, Washington
Larch Way has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 21 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K29ED-D, 11 miles to the NNE.
Network channels in Larch Way
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKIRO-TVCBS | 7 | 15 mi | 198° SSW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| NBCKING-TVNBC | 5 | 15 mi | 197° SSW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| CWKUNS-TVCW | 51 | 15 mi | 198° SSW | Strong | Bellevue, WA |
| ABCKOMO-TVABC | 4 | 15 mi | 198° SSW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| MeTVKFFVMeTV | 44.1 | 16 mi | 190° S | Good | Seattle, WA |
| IONKWPX-TVION | 33 | 27 mi | 150° SSE | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| TBNKTBW-TVTrinity | 20 | 32 mi | 231° SW | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| FOXKCPQFox | 13 | 33 mi | 232° SW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| UNIKVOS-TVUnivision | 12 | 64 mi | 335° NNW | Good | Bellingham, WA |
Over-the-air TV in Larch Way
Larch Way is a town of about 3,320 people in Washington. There are 27 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 16 full-power, 9 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 21 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 12 at good or strong strength.
14 of them are within 25 miles of Larch Way, 7 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 6 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Seattle, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Seattle's stations.
For the networks, the best local options 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), Univision on channel 12 (KVOS-TV), MeTV on channel 44.1 (KFFV) and Trinity on channel 20 (KTBW-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (good signal). 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 Larch Way
Point your antenna SSW, at about 206°. The main network towers for Larch Way sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, KIRO-TV, KING-TV, KUNS-TV and KOMO-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 15 miles south of Larch Way (198° SSW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Larch Way at fair strength or better, 56% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across three other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Larch Way, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Larch Way
The farthest main network tower for Larch Way is KCPQ (Fox), 33 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 Larch Way
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K29ED-DLow power | 11 mi | 32° NNE | Fair | Everett, WA |
| KQAH-LDLow power | 15 mi | 198° SSW | Fair | Maltby, WA |
| KYMU-LDLow power | 15 mi | 198° SSW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KONGFull power | 15 mi | 197° SSW | Strong | Everett, WA |
| KRUM-LDLow power | 15 mi | 197° SSW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| K20NF-DLow power | 15 mi | 197° SSW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KCTS-TVFull power | 16 mi | 189° S | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KZJOFull power | 16 mi | 189° S | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| KSTWFull power | 16 mi | 189° S | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KWDKFull power | 27 mi | 150° SSE | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KUSE-LDLow power | 27 mi | 150° SSE | Weak | Seattle, WA |
| K18NI-DTranslator | 30 mi | 197° SSW | Weak | Point Pulley, Etc., WA |
| KBTC-TVFull power | 41 mi | 197° SSW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| K18NH-DTranslator | 46 mi | 181° S | Poor | Puyallup, WA |
| K15MW-DLow power | 50 mi | 352° N | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| KBCBFull power | 64 mi | 335° NNW | Fair | Bellingham, WA |
| K18NJ-DLow power | 64 mi | 335° NNW | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| K30RC-DLow power | 64 mi | 335° NNW | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
How Larch Way compares with the rest of Washington
With 21 stations at fair strength or better, Larch Way ranks 5th of 398 places in Washington: more than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 15 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 Picnic Point-North Lynnwood, 2.4 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Larch Way: 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 232° SW, the direction of KCPQ (Fox), 33 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 21 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 Larch Way, WA?
ABC is on channel 4 from KOMO-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles SSW of Larch Way. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Larch Way, WA?
CBS is on channel 7 from KIRO-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles SSW of Larch Way. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Larch Way, WA?
NBC is on channel 5 from KING-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles SSW of Larch Way. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Larch Way, WA?
Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 33 miles SW of Larch Way. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Larch Way, WA?
CW is on channel 51 from KUNS-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles SSW of Larch Way. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Larch Way?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Larch Way; around 21 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 Larch Way?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 206°. The main network towers for Larch Way sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Larch Way?
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 Larch Way?
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 Larch Way?
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.
TV channels in nearby Washington cities
- Martha Lake0.8 mi
- Alderwood Manor2.0 mi
- Lake Stickney2.4 mi
- Picnic Point-North Lynnwood2.4 mi
- Mill Creek2.5 mi
- Bothell West2.7 mi
- Mill Creek East3.1 mi
- Lynnwood3.3 mi
- North Creek3.9 mi
- Bothell East4.1 mi
- Brier4.2 mi
- Picnic Point4.4 mi
- Mountlake Terrace4.6 mi
- Silver Firs4.8 mi
- Eastmont5.0 mi
- Kenmore5.9 mi
- Bothell6.0 mi
- Lake Forest Park6.1 mi
- Edmonds6.2 mi
- Maltby7.0 mi
- Shoreline7.3 mi
- Woodinville7.4 mi
- Mukilteo7.4 mi
- Inglewood-Finn Hill8.5 mi
More: all TV stations in Washington · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Larch Way; signal estimates ignore terrain.