You can get 8 free channels in ZIP 50436 (Forest, IA)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 50436 · 1 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: ESE (114°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing ESE (114°), 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 50436
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 | ABC | KAAL Austin, MN · Translator | 11.7 mi | SSE (154°) | UHF RF 33 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 3 | CBS | KIMT Mason City, IA · Full Power | 51.3 mi | ENE (73°) | UHF RF 24 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 12 | CBS | KEYC-TV Mankato, MN · Full Power | 59.2 mi | NW (323°) | High VHF RF 12 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 10 | NBC | KTTC Rochester, MN · Full Power | 66.7 mi | ENE (71°) | High VHF RF 10 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 21 | PBS | KTIN Fort Dodge, IA · Full Power | 47.7 mi | SW (231°) | UHF RF 25 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 24 | PBS | KYIN Mason City, IA · Full Power | 51.3 mi | ENE (73°) | UHF RF 18 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K30QY-D Mason City, IA · Low Power | 30.1 mi | ESE (102°) | UHF RF 30 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 15 | PBS | KSMQ-TV Austin, MN · Full Power | 63.9 mi | ENE (65°) | UHF RF 20 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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