You can get 16 free channels in ZIP 59873 (Thompson Falls, MT)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 59873 · 0 channels have a Strong indoor-ready signal.
Attic or High-Gain Window Antenna
You have 3 Strong/Moderate channels. An attic or 2nd-floor window antenna will lock in way more channels than a basic flat panel.
🧭 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: ENE (60°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing ENE (60°), 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 59873
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | NBC | KCFW-TV Kalispell, MT · Full Power | 48.5 mi | ENE (60°) | UHF RF 17 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K04QV-D Thompson Falls, MT · Translator | 8.7 mi | SSW (194°) | Low VHF RF 4 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K36BW-D Thompson Falls, MT · Low Power | 8.7 mi | SSW (194°) | UHF RF 36 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 13 | NBC | KECI-TV Missoula, MT · Full Power | 73.9 mi | SE (127°) | UHF RF 21 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K07FL-D Thompson Falls, MT · Translator | 8.7 mi | SSW (194°) | High VHF RF 7 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K09FQ-D Thompson Falls, MT · Translator | 8.7 mi | SSW (194°) | High VHF RF 9 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K11FQ-D Thompson Falls, MT · Translator | 8.7 mi | SSW (194°) | High VHF RF 11 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K15NI-D Plains, MT · Translator | 27.8 mi | SE (136°) | UHF RF 15 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K24OX-D Plains, MT · Translator | 27.8 mi | SE (136°) | UHF RF 24 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K29ID-D Weeksville, MT · Translator | 27.9 mi | SE (136°) | UHF RF 29 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K34PQ-D Plains, MT · Translator | 27.9 mi | SE (136°) | UHF RF 34 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 8 | Cbs/Cw | KPAX-TV Missoula, MT · Full Power | 73.9 mi | SE (127°) | UHF RF 25 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 4 | ABC | KXLY-TV Spokane, WA · Full Power | 87.3 mi | WNW (283°) | High VHF RF 13 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 11 | PBS | KUFM-TV Missoula, MT · Full Power | 85.1 mi | SE (134°) | High VHF RF 11 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K31KQ-D Plains, MT · Translator | 27.9 mi | SE (136°) | UHF RF 31 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KAJJ-CD Kalispell, MT · Class A | 48.5 mi | ENE (60°) | UHF RF 18 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Thompson Falls, MT Free TV Channels (5.4 mi from ZIP 59873 center) · Browse all Montana cities & ZIPs.
📬 Get an email alert if local TV channels change in your area
When a local station changes frequencies or a new free channel signs on, we'll let you know it's time to rescan your TV.
100% free. Unsubscribe anytime in one click.