You can get 6 free channels in ZIP 95417 (Fort Bragg, CA)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 95417 · 2 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: E (84°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing E (84°), 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 95417
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Local / LPTV | KEDB Fort Bragg, CA · Full Power | 3.8 mi | E (84°) | Low VHF RF 4 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 8 | Tuvision | KQSL Cloverdale, CA · Full Power | 3.8 mi | E (84°) | High VHF RF 8 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 7 | ABC | KRCR-TV Redding, CA · Full Power | 82.4 mi | NE (40°) | UHF RF 15 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 3 | NBC | KIEM-TV Eureka, CA · Full Power | 73.8 mi | NNW (348°) | Low VHF RF 3 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 13 | PBS | KEET Eureka, CA · Full Power | 73.9 mi | NNW (347°) | High VHF RF 11 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 9 | PBS | KIXE-TV Redding, CA · Full Power | 82.3 mi | NE (40°) | High VHF RF 9 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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