TV channels & antenna towers in Long Beach, Washington
Long Beach has 31 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K26DB-D, 8.7 miles to the ESE.
Over-the-air TV in Long Beach
Long Beach, Washington has a population of about 1,360. There are 31 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 1 full-power, 10 low-power and 20 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 8 transmitters are within 25 miles, 14 between 25 and 45 miles, and 9 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KATU in Portland, OR, 86 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOIN in Portland, OR, 86 miles to the southeast. 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 Long Beach
Point your antenna ESE, at about 122°. The nearest towers for Long Beach sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Long Beach, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Long Beach
The farthest of the closest towers for Long Beach is K34DC-D, 8.7 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 TV stations near Long Beach
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 31; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K26DB-DTranslator | 8.7 mi | 122° ESE | Fair | Astoria, OR |
| K28FP-DLow power | 8.7 mi | 122° ESE | Good | Astoria, OR |
| K34DC-DTranslator | 8.7 mi | 122° ESE | Fair | Astoria, OR |
| K21DE-DLow power | 8.8 mi | 121° ESE | Fair | Seaside-Astoria, OR |
| K23GK-DTranslator | 8.8 mi | 121° ESE | Fair | Astoria, OR |
| K17HA-DTranslator | 8.8 mi | 121° ESE | Fair | Astoria, OR |
| K36LI-LDLow power | 10 mi | 128° SE | Fair | Astoria, OR |
| KHPN-LDLow power | 16 mi | 136° SE | Weak | Astoria, OR |
| K20NL-DTranslator | 25 mi | 72° ENE | Weak | Grays River, Lebam, WA |
| K35HU-DTranslator | 25 mi | 72° ENE | Weak | Grays River, WA |
| K29IB-DTranslator | 25 mi | 72° ENE | Weak | Grays River, Etc., WA |
| K31IR-DTranslator | 25 mi | 72° ENE | Weak | Grays River, WA |
| K16LV-DTranslator | 25 mi | 72° ENE | Weak | Grays River, WA |
| K15IQ-DLow power | 26 mi | 55° NE | Fair | Astoria, OR |
| K24IT-DLow power | 32 mi | 112° ESE | Poor | Hoquiam, WA |
| K29LW-DTranslator | 42 mi | 173° S | Poor | Rockaway Beach, OR |
| K15KV-DTranslator | 42 mi | 173° S | Poor | Rockaway Beach, OR |
| K23NS-DTranslator | 42 mi | 173° S | Poor | Rockaway Beach, OR |
| K20HT-DTranslator | 42 mi | 173° S | Poor | Rockaway Beach, OR |
| K17NJ-DTranslator | 42 mi | 173° S | Poor | Rockaway Beach, OR |
| K36GU-DTranslator | 42 mi | 173° S | Poor | Rockaway Beach, OR |
| K25CG-DLow power | 43 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Aberdeen, WA |
| K17NX-DLow power | 49 mi | 73° ENE | Poor | Centralia/Chehalis, WA |
| KCKAFull power | 49 mi | 73° ENE | Fair | Centralia, WA |
| K15MI-DLow power | 49 mi | 73° ENE | Poor | Centralia/Chelasis, WA |
How Long Beach compares with the rest of Washington
With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Long Beach ranks 312th of 398 places in Washington: fewer than the typical Washington town (17).
60% of Washington's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Long Beach: 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 122° ESE, the direction of K34DC-D, 8.7 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 9 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 Long Beach?
31 transmitters within 70 miles of Long Beach; around 9 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 Long Beach?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 122°. The nearest towers for Long Beach sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Long Beach?
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 Long Beach?
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 Long Beach?
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
- Ocean Park9.6 mi
- South Bend25 mi
- Raymond28 mi
- Cathlamet34 mi
- Westport37 mi
- Ocean Shores43 mi
- Cosmopolis44 mi
- Hoquiam44 mi
- Aberdeen45 mi
- Central Park46 mi
- Montesano48 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Warrenton, OR14 mi
- Astoria, OR16 mi
- Gearhart, OR24 mi
- Seaside, OR26 mi
- Cannon Beach, OR32 mi
- Clatskanie, OR44 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 Long Beach; signal estimates ignore terrain.