You can get 11 free channels in ZIP 71497 (Natchitoches, LA)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 71497 · 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: ESE (111°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing ESE (111°), 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 71497
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | ABC | KLAX-TV Alexandria, LA · Full Power | 34.6 mi | ESE (111°) | UHF RF 31 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 25 | PBS | KLPA-TV Alexandria, LA · Full Power | 34.8 mi | ESE (111°) | UHF RF 33 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 11 | ABC | KMLU Columbia, LA · Full Power | 67.7 mi | ENE (63°) | High VHF RF 11 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 8 | CBS | KNOE-TV Monroe, LA · Full Power | 67.7 mi | ENE (63°) | High VHF RF 8 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 14 | FOX | KARD West Monroe, LA · Full Power | 59.1 mi | ENE (66°) | UHF RF 19 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 5 | Nbc & Cbs | KALB-TV Alexandria, LA · Full Power | 60.6 mi | SE (144°) | UHF RF 35 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 3 | ABC | KTBS-TV Shreveport, LA · Full Power | 81.1 mi | NW (323°) | UHF RF 28 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 33 | FOX | KMSS-TV Shreveport, LA · Full Power | 80.0 mi | NW (323°) | UHF RF 34 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 13 | PBS | KLTM-TV Monroe, LA · Full Power | 67.7 mi | ENE (63°) | UHF RF 29 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 41 | CW | KBCA Alexandria, LA · Full Power | 64.7 mi | SSE (154°) | UHF RF 26 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 21 | CW | KPXJ Minden, LA · Full Power | 81.1 mi | NW (323°) | UHF RF 32 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Natchitoches, LA Free TV Channels (1.0 mi from ZIP 71497 center) · Browse all Louisiana cities & ZIPs.
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