You can get 9 free channels in ZIP 81140 (Monte Vista, CO)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 81140 · 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: SSE (166°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing SSE (166°), 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 81140
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | Local / LPTV | K25RW-D Taos, NM · Translator | 31.4 mi | SSE (166°) | UHF RF 25 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K17JW-D Romeo, CO · Translator | 31.4 mi | SSE (166°) | UHF RF 17 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 30 | Local / LPTV | K27MT-D Romeo, CO · Low Power | 31.4 mi | SSE (165°) | UHF RF 27 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K32IK-D San Luis Valley, CO · Translator | 31.5 mi | SSE (166°) | UHF RF 32 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K29ME-D Antonito, CO · Translator | 31.3 mi | SSE (166°) | UHF RF 29 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K28GV-D Tres Piedras, NM · Translator | 31.4 mi | SSE (166°) | UHF RF 28 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K31IV-D Romeo, CO · Translator | 31.4 mi | SSE (166°) | UHF RF 31 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K33QV-D Tres Piedras, NM · Translator | 31.4 mi | SSE (166°) | UHF RF 33 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K19IX-D Romeo, CO · Translator | 31.5 mi | SSE (166°) | UHF RF 19 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Monte Vista, CO Free TV Channels (19.3 mi from ZIP 81140 center) · Browse all Colorado cities & ZIPs.
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