You can get 7 free channels in ZIP 81650 (Parachute, CO)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 81650 · 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: SSW (202°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing SSW (202°), 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 81650
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | ABC | KLML Grand Junction, CO · Full Power | 49.1 mi | S (189°) | High VHF RF 7 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 11 | NBC | KKCO Grand Junction, CO · Full Power | 58.1 mi | SW (216°) | High VHF RF 12 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 3 | CBS | KREG-TV Glenwood Springs, CO · Full Power | 45.8 mi | ESE (120°) | UHF RF 23 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 4 | FOX | KFQX Grand Junction, CO · Full Power | 58.2 mi | SW (216°) | UHF RF 15 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 18 | PBS | KRMJ Grand Junction, CO · Full Power | 58.1 mi | SW (216°) | UHF RF 18 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K10RB-D Mesa, CO · Translator | 46.5 mi | S (186°) | High VHF RF 10 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 8 | Local / LPTV | KJCT-CD Grand Junction, CO · Class A | 49.1 mi | S (189°) | UHF RF 20 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Parachute, CO Free TV Channels (21.3 mi from ZIP 81650 center) · Browse all Colorado cities & ZIPs.
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