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Altitude Sports brings Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche games to fans across its multi-state broadcast territory. The network also features local studio coverage and other regional sports programming.
You can watch Altitude Sports through participating TV providers or subscribe directly to Altitude+ if you live within its coverage area. Access depends on your location and the broadcast rights for each game.
Below, we’ll help you find Altitude Sports channel numbers and compare our recommended TV providers, whether you’re signing up for a new TV plan or looking for standalone streaming.
What channel is Altitude Sports on near me?
Altitude Sports airs on DIRECTV channel 681 and Xfinity channel 1250 in the Denver market, though Xfinity requires its More Sports & Entertainment add-on. Other cable channel numbers vary by location, while live TV streaming services like Fubo typically list Altitude Sports by name.
Check the table below for channel numbers by city and provider. If your area or provider isn’t listed, enter your zip code after the table to explore local TV providers and compare available packages.
Altitude Sports channel numbers
| City | DIRECTV channel | Spectrum channel | Xfinity channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | 681 | — | 1250 |
| Billings, MT | 681 | 570 | — |
| Boise, ID | 681 | — | — |
| Bozeman, MT | 681 | 538 | — |
| Casper, WY | 681 | 518 | — |
| Cheyenne, WY | 681 | 555 | — |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 681 | — | 1250 |
| Denver, CO | 681 | — | 1250 |
| Durango, CO | 681 | 540 | — |
| Fort Collins, CO | 681 | — | 1250 |
| Grand Island, NE | 681 | 825 | — |
| Grand Junction, CO | 681 | 548 | — |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 681 | — | — |
| Kansas City, KS | 681 | — | — |
| Las Cruces, NM | — | — | 1250 |
| Lincoln, NE | 681 | — | — |
| Missoula, MT | 681 | 559 | — |
| Omaha, NE | 681 | — | — |
| Rapid City, SD | 681 | — | — |
| Santa Fe, NM | 681 | — | 1250 |
| Tucson, AZ | — | — | 1260 |
| Wichita, KS | 681 | — | — |
Data effective as of post date. Channel numbers, package requirements, and game availability may vary by location. NBA and NHL blackout restrictions may apply.
How to get Altitude Sports
DIRECTV, Fubo, Xfinity, and Spectrum carry Altitude Sports in eligible regional markets. For fans who want to stream without a larger TV package, Altitude+ offers direct subscriptions at $19.95 per month or $199.99 per year.
Altitude+ streams the network’s regional game broadcasts and other programming through its website and app. It’s also available at no additional cost to subscribers of participating TV providers with Altitude Sports access. Geographic restrictions apply, and nationally exclusive games require their designated networks or streaming services.
Live TV packages with local networks, news, entertainment, and premium add-ons.
- Satellite and streaming TV options
- National and regional sports channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR on streaming plans
Cable-free live TV with news, entertainment, and local channels where available.
- Sports-focused TV packages
- Regional sports coverage in eligible areas
- Unlimited cloud DVR
Cable TV with local channels, on-demand shows, and flexible package options.
- No annual contracts
- Stream with the Spectrum TV App
- Select plans include popular streaming apps
Cable TV with on-demand programming, popular networks, and sports add-ons.
- Live TV with the Xfinity Stream app
- X1 Voice Remote and smart TV guide
- Cloud DVR on eligible plans
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
What’s on Altitude Sports?
Altitude Sports airs Denver Nuggets basketball and Colorado Avalanche hockey, along with pregame shows, postgame analysis, team interviews, and local sports coverage. The network also features Colorado Mammoth lacrosse and select collegiate athletics.
University of Denver and Air Force Academy sports add variety to the lineup, while Altitude 2 serves as an overflow feed when live events overlap. Some Nuggets and Avalanche games also air on Denver’s 9NEWS and My20 broadcast stations, giving local fans another way to catch the action.
Altitude Sports FAQ
What's the cheapest way to get Altitude Sports?
For eligible fans without a TV package, Altitude+ is a low-cost option at $19.95 per month or $199.99 per year. The annual plan lowers the effective monthly cost, while qualifying TV subscribers can access Altitude+ without paying for a separate subscription.
Can I get Altitude Sports as a standalone subscription?
Yes. Altitude+ offers monthly and annual subscriptions without a traditional TV package for eligible viewers within the network's broadcast territory. Nationally exclusive games remain on their assigned networks and streaming services.
Can I use Altitude+ outside the Denver area?
Yes, if you're within its licensed coverage area, which includes all or parts of Colorado, Arizona, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, South Dakota, and Wyoming. Some locations face additional NBA or NHL restrictions, and Altitude+ doesn't support streaming while traveling outside its licensed territory.
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