You can get 12 free channels in ZIP 81325 (Cortez, CO)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 81325 · 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.
🧭 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: Multiple Directions
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing Multiple Directions, 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 81325
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 | K21JK-D Montrose, CO · Translator | 38.9 mi | NE (45°) | UHF RF 21 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K23NW-D Montrose, CO · Translator | 38.9 mi | NE (45°) | UHF RF 23 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 20 | ABC | KLML Grand Junction, CO · Full Power | 81.9 mi | NNE (18°) | High VHF RF 7 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K32CW-D Montrose, CO · Translator | 38.9 mi | NE (45°) | UHF RF 32 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K07ZU-D Blanding, Monticello, UT · Translator | 41.2 mi | W (263°) | High VHF RF 7 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K09ZN-D Blanding, Monticello, UT · Translator | 41.2 mi | W (263°) | High VHF RF 9 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K08PY-D Blanding/Monticello, UT · Translator | 41.3 mi | W (263°) | High VHF RF 8 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K10RK-D Blanding/Monticello, UT · Translator | 41.3 mi | W (263°) | High VHF RF 10 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K11XH-D Blanding/Monticello, UT · Translator | 41.3 mi | W (263°) | High VHF RF 11 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K13AAF-D Monticello/Blanding, UT · Translator | 41.3 mi | W (263°) | High VHF RF 13 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K34OO-D Blanding/Monticello, UT · Translator | 41.3 mi | W (263°) | UHF RF 34 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K35NO-D Blanding/Monticello, UT · Translator | 41.3 mi | W (263°) | UHF RF 35 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Cortez, CO Free TV Channels (40.0 mi from ZIP 81325 center) · Browse all Colorado cities & ZIPs.
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