You can get 8 free channels in ZIP 59830 (Thompson Falls, MT)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 59830 · 0 channels have a Strong indoor-ready signal.
Outdoor Rooftop Directional Antenna
Signals here are mostly distant or weak. A rooftop directional antenna (with a mast preamp) gives you the best shot at reliable HD.
🧭 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: Multiple Directions
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing Multiple Directions, 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 59830
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | NBC | KCFW-TV Kalispell, MT · Full Power | 64.6 mi | NE (51°) | UHF RF 17 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 13 | NBC | KECI-TV Missoula, MT · Full Power | 73.6 mi | ESE (113°) | UHF RF 21 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 8 | Cbs/Cw | KPAX-TV Missoula, MT · Full Power | 73.6 mi | ESE (113°) | UHF RF 25 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 4 | ABC | KXLY-TV Spokane, WA · Full Power | 84.1 mi | WNW (294°) | High VHF RF 13 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 11 | PBS | KUFM-TV Missoula, MT · Full Power | 82.3 mi | ESE (122°) | High VHF RF 11 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 7 | PBS | KSPS-TV Spokane, WA · Full Power | 86.6 mi | W (277°) | High VHF RF 7 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K06QF-D Heron, MT · Translator | 37.3 mi | NNW (345°) | Low VHF RF 6 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K13ZN-D Heron, MT · Translator | 37.3 mi | NNW (345°) | High VHF RF 13 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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