You can get 12 free channels in ZIP 59916 (Columbia Falls, MT)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 59916 · 1 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: WSW (239°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing WSW (239°), 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 59916
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 | 38.4 mi | WSW (239°) | UHF RF 17 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 46 | Local / LPTV | KUKL-TV Kalispell, MT · Full Power | 38.4 mi | WSW (239°) | UHF RF 15 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K26DD-D Kalispell, MT · Low Power | 33.1 mi | WSW (255°) | UHF RF 26 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | KAJJ-CD Kalispell, MT · Class A | 38.4 mi | WSW (239°) | UHF RF 18 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K02RJ-D Kalispell & Lakeside, MT · Translator | 38.5 mi | WSW (238°) | Low VHF RF 2 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K31PD-D Whitefish, Etc., MT · Translator | 38.5 mi | WSW (239°) | UHF RF 31 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 13 | NBC | KECI-TV Missoula, MT · Full Power | 90.6 mi | S (191°) | UHF RF 21 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K34MJ-D Kalispell, MT · Low Power | 33.1 mi | WSW (255°) | UHF RF 34 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KTMF-LD Kalispell, MT · Low Power | 33.1 mi | WSW (255°) | UHF RF 36 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K19GD-D Kalispell & Lakeside, MT · Translator | 38.5 mi | WSW (238°) | UHF RF 19 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K30PT-D Kalispell & Lakeside, MT · Translator | 38.5 mi | WSW (238°) | UHF RF 30 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 8 | Cbs/Cw | KPAX-TV Missoula, MT · Full Power | 90.6 mi | S (191°) | UHF RF 25 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Columbia Falls, MT Free TV Channels (25.0 mi from ZIP 59916 center) · Browse all Montana cities & ZIPs.
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