You can get 7 free channels in ZIP 56318 (Long Prairie, MN)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 56318 · 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: 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 56318
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 | KONC Alexandria, MN · Full Power | 21.2 mi | SSE (158°) | High VHF RF 7 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 42 | ABC | KSAX Alexandria, MN · Full Power | 26.4 mi | WSW (247°) | UHF RF 24 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 22 | PBS | KAWB Brainerd, MN · Full Power | 40.6 mi | NNE (14°) | UHF RF 28 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K26PF-D Saint Cloud, MN · Low Power | 24.9 mi | SE (141°) | UHF RF 26 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 12 | CBS | KCCW-TV Walker, MN · Full Power | 75.5 mi | N (8°) | High VHF RF 12 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 10 | PBS | KWCM-TV Appleton, MN · Full Power | 79.8 mi | SW (234°) | High VHF RF 10 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | WCMN-LD St. Cloud-Sartell, MN · Low Power | 29.3 mi | SE (137°) | UHF RF 14 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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