You can get 21 free channels in ZIP 56253 (Atwater, MN)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 56253 · 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.
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🧭 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: NNE (22°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing NNE (22°), 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 56253
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 | K30FZ-D Willmar, MN · Translator | 16.8 mi | NNW (329°) | UHF RF 30 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KONC Alexandria, MN · Full Power | 45.5 mi | NNE (22°) | High VHF RF 7 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 10 | PBS | KWCM-TV Appleton, MN · Full Power | 57.2 mi | WNW (285°) | High VHF RF 10 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K14LF-D Willmar, MN · Translator | 16.8 mi | NNW (329°) | UHF RF 14 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K17FA-D Willmar, MN · Translator | 16.8 mi | NNW (329°) | UHF RF 17 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K19IH-D Willmar, MN · Translator | 16.8 mi | NNW (329°) | UHF RF 19 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K22ND-D Willmar, MN · Translator | 16.8 mi | NNW (329°) | UHF RF 22 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K26NU-D Willmar, MN · Translator | 16.8 mi | NNW (329°) | UHF RF 26 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K28IF-D Willmar, MN · Low Power | 16.8 mi | NNW (329°) | UHF RF 28 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K33OT-D Willmar, MN · Translator | 16.8 mi | NNW (329°) | UHF RF 33 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K34HO-D Willmar, MN · Low Power | 16.8 mi | NNW (329°) | UHF RF 34 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K35NR-D Willmar, MN · Translator | 16.8 mi | NNW (329°) | UHF RF 35 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K36OL-D Willmar, MN · Translator | 16.8 mi | NNW (329°) | UHF RF 36 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 43 | ABC | KRWF Redwood Falls, MN · Full Power | 44.9 mi | SW (223°) | UHF RF 27 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 42 | ABC | KSAX Alexandria, MN · Full Power | 53.4 mi | NNW (344°) | UHF RF 24 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 5 | ABC | KSTP-TV St. Paul, MN · Full Power | 84.6 mi | E (84°) | UHF RF 35 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 12 | CBS | KEYC-TV Mankato, MN · Full Power | 74.0 mi | SSE (162°) | High VHF RF 12 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 4 | CBS | WCCO-TV Minneapolis, MN · Full Power | 84.7 mi | E (84°) | UHF RF 32 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 11 | NBC | KARE Minneapolis, MN · Full Power | 84.7 mi | E (84°) | UHF RF 31 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 9 | FOX | KMSP-TV Minneapolis, MN · Full Power | 85.4 mi | E (85°) | High VHF RF 9 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 45 | Independent | KSTC-TV Minneapolis, MN · Full Power | 84.7 mi | E (84°) | UHF RF 30 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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