You can get 7 free channels in ZIP 56579 (Barnesville, MN)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 56579 · 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: NNE (20°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing NNE (20°), 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 56579
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | FOX | KVRR Fargo, ND · Full Power | 15.5 mi | NNE (20°) | UHF RF 19 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| – | Local / LPTV | K08QE-D Fergus Falls, MN · Translator | 14.8 mi | E (86°) | High VHF RF 8 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 6 | ABC | WDAY-TV Fargo, ND · Full Power | 55.5 mi | NW (313°) | UHF RF 21 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 13 | PBS | KFME Fargo, ND · Full Power | 55.5 mi | NW (313°) | High VHF RF 13 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 4 | CBS | KRDK-TV Valley City, ND · Full Power | 73.6 mi | NW (320°) | UHF RF 24 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 11 | NBC | KVLY-TV Fargo, ND · Full Power | 75.5 mi | NW (324°) | UHF RF 36 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KNGF Grand Forks, ND · Full Power | 75.5 mi | NW (324°) | UHF RF 27 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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