TV channels & antenna towers in Rafter J Ranch, Wyoming
Rafter J Ranch has 30 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K36JD-D, 3.4 miles to the NE.
Over-the-air TV in Rafter J Ranch
With roughly 1,080 residents, Rafter J Ranch is a small community in Wyoming. Our map shows 30 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 low-power and 23 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
6 of them are within 25 miles of Rafter J Ranch, 10 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 14 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KWYB in Butte, MT, 196 miles to the northwest. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGWL-TV in Lander, WY, 111 miles to the east.
Which way to point your antenna in Rafter J Ranch
Point your antenna NE, at about 38°. The nearest towers for Rafter J Ranch 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 Rafter J Ranch, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Rafter J Ranch
The farthest of the closest towers for Rafter J Ranch is K24OE-D, 3.5 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Rafter J Ranch
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 30; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K36JD-DLow power | 3.4 mi | 42° NE | Fair | Jackson, WY |
| K19FG-DTranslator | 3.4 mi | 43° NE | Fair | Jackson, WY |
| K24OE-DLow power | 3.5 mi | 28° NNE | Fair | Jackson, WY |
| K16LM-DTranslator | 12 mi | 343° NNW | Weak | Teton Village, WY |
| K29HG-DLow power | 12 mi | 343° NNW | Weak | Jackson, WY |
| K27KP-DTranslator | 24 mi | 319° NW | Weak | Driggs, ID |
| K07QC-DTranslator | 26 mi | 345° NNW | Weak | Driggs, ID |
| K32LS-DTranslator | 26 mi | 345° NNW | Weak | Driggs, ID |
| K13QE-DTranslator | 26 mi | 345° NNW | Poor | Driggs, ID |
| K31DC-DTranslator | 27 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Freedom, WY |
| K13QH-DTranslator | 28 mi | 275° W | Poor | Swan Valley/Irwin, ID |
| K33DS-DTranslator | 31 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Freedom-Etna, WY |
| K12LI-DTranslator | 31 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Thayne, Etc., WY |
| K05GJ-DTranslator | 31 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Thayne, Etc., WY |
| K07PB-DTranslator | 31 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Thayne, Etc., WY |
| K17JZ-DTranslator | 36 mi | 128° SE | Poor | Bondurant, WY |
| K22IY-DTranslator | 53 mi | 131° SE | Poor | Big Piney, WY |
| K16CS-DTranslator | 53 mi | 131° SE | Poor | Pinedale, Etc., WY |
| K19HJ-DTranslator | 53 mi | 131° SE | Poor | Pinedale, Etc., WY |
| K18JA-DTranslator | 53 mi | 131° SE | Poor | Pinedale, WY |
| K28LE-DLow power | 55 mi | 279° W | Poor | Idaho Falls, ID |
| K21LI-DLow power | 55 mi | 279° W | Poor | Idaho Falls, ID |
| K13UF-DLow power | 55 mi | 298° WNW | Poor | Rexburg, ID |
| K16LT-DTranslator | 56 mi | 84° E | Poor | Dubois, Etc., WY |
| K22IK-DLow power | 61 mi | 290° WNW | Poor | Rexburg, Etc., ID |
How Rafter J Ranch compares with the rest of Wyoming
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Rafter J Ranch ranks 19th of 57 places in Wyoming: the same as the typical Wyoming town (3).
37% of Wyoming's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Rafter J Ranch: 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 28° NNE, the direction of K24OE-D, 3.5 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 3 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 Rafter J Ranch?
30 transmitters within 70 miles of Rafter J Ranch; around 3 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 Rafter J Ranch?
Point your antenna NE, at about 38°. The nearest towers for Rafter J Ranch sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Rafter J Ranch?
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 Rafter J Ranch?
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 Rafter J Ranch?
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 Rafter J Ranch; signal estimates ignore terrain.