You can get 6 free channels in ZIP 56449 (Baxter, MN)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 56449 · 2 channels have a Strong indoor-ready signal.
Attic or High-Gain Window Antenna
You have 4 Strong/Moderate channels. An attic or 2nd-floor window antenna will lock in way more channels than a basic flat panel.
🧭 Broadcast Tower Compass — Which Way to Point Your Antenna
Each dot is a local TV tower relative to your center point (● Green = Strong, ● Blue = Moderate, ● Amber = Weak).
Primary Aim Direction: W (263°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing W (263°), or aim your attic/rooftop antenna toward that compass bearing for the strongest signal lock.
After placing or moving your antenna, always run a fresh TV channel rescan.
Channel Lineup & Tower Directions for ZIP 56449
Sorted with Strong signals and major broadcast networks first. Channel is the virtual channel number your TV displays; Band / RF Ch. is the actual radio frequency that determines whether you need a VHF-capable antenna. How we calculate signals.
| Channel | Network | Station | Distance | Point Antenna | Band / RF Ch. | Estimated Signal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | PBS | KAWB Brainerd, MN · Full Power | 19.4 mi | NNW (331°) | UHF RF 28 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| – | Local / LPTV | K16BQ-D Brainerd, MN · Translator | 10.9 mi | NNE (25°) | UHF RF 16 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| – | Local / LPTV | K20NH-D Brainerd, MN · Translator | 10.9 mi | NNE (25°) | UHF RF 20 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KONC Alexandria, MN · Full Power | 43.9 mi | SSW (196°) | High VHF RF 7 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 12 | CBS | KCCW-TV Walker, MN · Full Power | 53.1 mi | N (350°) | High VHF RF 12 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 42 | ABC | KSAX Alexandria, MN · Full Power | 55.0 mi | SW (233°) | UHF RF 24 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Baxter, MN Free TV Channels (11.4 mi from ZIP 56449 center) · Browse all Minnesota cities & ZIPs.
📬 Get an email alert if local TV channels change in your area
When a local station changes frequencies or a new free channel signs on, we'll let you know it's time to rescan your TV.
100% free. Unsubscribe anytime in one click.