You can get 17 free channels in ZIP 92004 (La Quinta, CA)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 92004 · 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: NNW (342°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing NNW (342°), 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 92004
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | NBC | KMIR-TV Palm Springs, CA · Full Power | 48.7 mi | NNW (342°) | UHF RF 26 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 42 | ABC | KESQ-TV Palm Springs, CA · Full Power | 48.7 mi | NNW (342°) | UHF RF 28 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 69 | FOX | KSWB-TV San Diego, CA · Full Power | 56.4 mi | SW (232°) | UHF RF 26 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 51 | Independent | KUSI-TV San Diego, CA · Full Power | 56.3 mi | SW (232°) | UHF RF 18 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 31 | Independent | KVMD Twentynine Palms, CA · Full Power | 69.0 mi | NNW (328°) | UHF RF 23 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 15 | Public Broadcasting Service | KPBS San Diego, CA · Full Power | 56.3 mi | SW (232°) | UHF RF 19 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 10 | ABC | KGTV San Diego, CA · Full Power | 67.4 mi | WSW (249°) | High VHF RF 10 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 8 | CBS | KFMB-TV San Diego, CA · Full Power | 67.5 mi | WSW (249°) | High VHF RF 8 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 39 | NBC | KNSD San Diego, CA · Full Power | 56.4 mi | SW (232°) | UHF RF 17 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 9 | FOX | KECY-TV El Centro, CA · Full Power | 78.0 mi | E (97°) | High VHF RF 9 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 24 | PBS | KVCR-DT San Bernardino, CA · Full Power | 83.4 mi | NW (310°) | Low VHF RF 5 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KGBY-LD Palm Springs, CA · Low Power | 41.9 mi | N (356°) | High VHF RF 10 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KUNA-LD Indio, CA · Low Power | 41.9 mi | N (355°) | UHF RF 15 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KAKZ-LD Cathedral City, CA · Low Power | 48.7 mi | NNW (342°) | Low VHF RF 4 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 48 | Local / LPTV | KUAN-LD Poway, Etc., CA · Low Power | 56.4 mi | SW (232°) | UHF RF 17 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 13 | Cbs And Cw | KYMA-DT Yuma, AZ · Full Power | 78.1 mi | E (97°) | High VHF RF 13 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 7 | Unvision | KVYE El Centro, CA · Full Power | 78.2 mi | E (97°) | UHF RF 22 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: La Quinta, CA Free TV Channels (31.6 mi from ZIP 92004 center) · Browse all California cities & ZIPs.
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