TV channels & antenna towers in Port Angeles East, Washington
Port Angeles East has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Univision. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KBCB, 46 miles to the NNE.
Network channels in Port Angeles East
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIKVOS-TVUnivision | 12 | 47 mi | 31° NNE | Good | Bellingham, WA |
| FOXKCPQFox | 13 | 47 mi | 146° SE | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| TBNKTBW-TVTrinity | 20 | 47 mi | 145° SE | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| CBSKIRO-TVCBS | 7 | 57 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| CWKUNS-TVCW | 51 | 57 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Bellevue, WA |
| ABCKOMO-TVABC | 4 | 57 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| NBCKING-TVNBC | 5 | 58 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| MeTVKFFVMeTV | 44.1 | 60 mi | 124° SE | Weak | Seattle, WA |
Over-the-air TV in Port Angeles East
Port Angeles East is a town of about 3,040 people in Washington. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 23 licensed TV transmitters: 14 full-power, 8 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 23 farther 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), 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). 6 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 Port Angeles East
Point your antenna SE, at about 130°. The main network towers for Port Angeles East sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, KIRO-TV, KUNS-TV, KOMO-TV and KING-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 57 miles southeast of Port Angeles East (124° SE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Port Angeles East at fair strength or better, 86% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
KOMO-TV (ABC), KIRO-TV (CBS) and KING-TV (NBC) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Port Angeles East. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Port Angeles East
The farthest main network tower for Port Angeles East is KING-TV (NBC), 58 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Port Angeles East
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KBCBFull power | 46 mi | 31° NNE | Good | Bellingham, WA |
| K18NJ-DLow power | 46 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| K30RC-DLow power | 47 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| K15MW-DLow power | 54 mi | 54° NE | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| KQAH-LDLow power | 57 mi | 124° SE | Poor | Maltby, WA |
| KYMU-LDLow power | 57 mi | 124° SE | Poor | Seattle, WA |
| KONGFull power | 58 mi | 124° SE | Weak | Everett, WA |
| KRUM-LDLow power | 58 mi | 124° SE | Poor | Seattle, WA |
| K20NF-DLow power | 58 mi | 124° SE | Poor | Seattle, WA |
| K29ED-DLow power | 58 mi | 98° E | Poor | Everett, WA |
| KCTS-TVFull power | 60 mi | 124° SE | Poor | Seattle, WA |
| KSTWFull power | 60 mi | 124° SE | Weak | Tacoma, WA |
| KZJOFull power | 60 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| K18NI-DTranslator | 64 mi | 137° SE | Poor | Point Pulley, Etc., WA |
| KBTC-TVFull power | 70 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Tacoma, WA |
How Port Angeles East compares with the rest of Washington
With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Port Angeles East ranks 312th of 398 places in Washington: fewer than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 47 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 Oak Harbor, 36 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Port Angeles East: 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 124° SE, the direction of KING-TV (NBC), 58 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
What channel is ABC in Port Angeles East, WA?
ABC is on channel 4 from KOMO-TV, broadcasting from 57 miles SE of Port Angeles East. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Port Angeles East, WA?
CBS is on channel 7 from KIRO-TV, broadcasting from 57 miles SE of Port Angeles East. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Port Angeles East, WA?
NBC is on channel 5 from KING-TV, broadcasting from 58 miles SE of Port Angeles East. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Port Angeles East, WA?
Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 47 miles SE of Port Angeles East. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Port Angeles East, WA?
CW is on channel 51 from KUNS-TV, broadcasting from 57 miles SE of Port Angeles East. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Port Angeles East?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Port Angeles East; around 9 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 Port Angeles East?
Point your antenna SE, at about 130°. The main network towers for Port Angeles East sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Port Angeles East?
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 Port Angeles East?
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 Port Angeles East?
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 Port Angeles East; signal estimates ignore terrain.