TV channels & antenna towers in Afton, Wyoming
Afton has 75 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K33DS-D, 22 miles to the NNW.
Over-the-air TV in Afton
With roughly 1,970 residents, Afton is a small community in Wyoming. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 75 licensed TV transmitters: 3 low-power and 72 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 4 transmitters are within 25 miles, 27 between 25 and 45 miles, and 44 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTVX in Salt Lake City, UT, 157 miles to the southwest. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGWL-TV in Lander, WY, 112 miles to the east.
Which way to point your antenna in Afton
Point your antenna NNW, at about 341°. The nearest towers for Afton 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 Afton, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Afton
The farthest of the closest towers for Afton is K05GJ-D, 22 miles away with a weak 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 TV stations near Afton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 75; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K33DS-DTranslator | 22 mi | 341° NNW | Poor | Freedom-Etna, WY |
| K12LI-DTranslator | 22 mi | 341° NNW | Weak | Thayne, Etc., WY |
| K05GJ-DTranslator | 22 mi | 341° NNW | Weak | Thayne, Etc., WY |
| K07PB-DTranslator | 22 mi | 341° NNW | Weak | Thayne, Etc., WY |
| K20KU-DTranslator | 26 mi | 233° SW | Poor | Montpelier, ID |
| K15GO-DTranslator | 26 mi | 234° SW | Poor | Georgetown, ID |
| K07ZQ-DTranslator | 26 mi | 234° SW | Poor | Georgetown, ID |
| K31DC-DTranslator | 29 mi | 340° NNW | Poor | Freedom, WY |
| K31CI-DTranslator | 33 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Montpelier, ID |
| K33DR-DTranslator | 33 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Montpelier, ID |
| K30OX-DTranslator | 33 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Montpelier, ID |
| K23BV-DTranslator | 33 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Montpelier, ID |
| K32KC-DTranslator | 33 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Montpelier, ID |
| K27CS-DTranslator | 33 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Montpelier, ID |
| K19DQ-DTranslator | 33 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Montpelier, ID |
| K25CK-DTranslator | 33 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Montpelier, ID |
| K29BM-DTranslator | 33 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Montpelier, ID |
| K34OH-DTranslator | 33 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Montpelier, ID |
| K13QY-DTranslator | 33 mi | 213° SSW | Poor | Dingle, Etc, ID |
| K09PL-DTranslator | 33 mi | 213° SSW | Poor | Dingle, Etc, ID |
| K11PP-DTranslator | 33 mi | 213° SSW | Poor | Dingle, Etc, ID |
| K33HO-DTranslator | 39 mi | 261° W | Poor | Soda Springs, ID |
| K31PT-DTranslator | 39 mi | 261° W | Poor | Soda Springs, ID |
| K35HD-DTranslator | 39 mi | 261° W | Poor | Soda Springs, ID |
| K29LG-DTranslator | 39 mi | 261° W | Poor | Soda Springs, ID |
How Afton compares with the rest of Wyoming
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Afton ranks 48th of 57 places in Wyoming: fewer than the typical Wyoming town (3).
51% of Wyoming's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Afton: 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 341° NNW, the direction of K05GJ-D, 22 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 0 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 Afton?
75 transmitters within 70 miles of Afton; around 0 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 Afton?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 341°. The nearest towers for Afton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Afton?
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 Afton?
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 Afton?
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 Wyoming · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Afton; signal estimates ignore terrain.