Fayetteville 700 GMRS Repeater
Welcome to the Fayetteville 700 GMRS Repeater, an open community communications resource serving licensed GMRS operators across Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers and surrounding Northwest Arkansas communities.
The repeater operates on 462.700 MHz and helps local operators stay connected for everyday conversations, radio checks, community communication, and emergency preparedness.
Whether you’re an experienced GMRS operator or just getting started, you’re welcome to join the conversation. In addition, Ozark GMRS provides information and resources to help you understand GMRS, program your radio, and get the most from local repeaters.
Fayetteville 700
Northwest Arkansas GMRS Repeater and Tuesday Night Net
GMRS operators of all experience levels are invited to check in, test equipment, meet local operators and stay connected.
Fayetteville 700 serves GMRS operators across Northwest Arkansas and provides a reliable place for local communication, radio checks, equipment testing and community information.
The repeater is frequently monitored by local operators. Listen for a moment before transmitting, identify with your GMRS call sign and do not be afraid to ask questions.
New to the repeater? Listen for a few minutes, then identify with your GMRS call sign and say hello. Most importantly, don’t be afraid to ask questions. The local GMRS community is a great place to learn.
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About Fayetteville 700
Fayetteville 700 is an open GMRS repeater serving operators throughout Northwest Arkansas. The system supports everyday communication, travelers, families, outdoor activities, community interaction and emergency preparedness. The Repeater is commercial grade and on a back up power system. The Fayetteville 700 GMRS Repeater is provided and supported by Mike Smith of Smith 2 Way Radio. His support helps provide a valuable communications resource for GMRS operators and citizens throughout Northwest Arkansas
Fayetteville 700 Community
The Fayetteville 700 community brings together GMRS operators from across Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas. The weekly Tuesday Night Net provides an opportunity to test equipment, check coverage, meet other operators, share information and stay connected. Visit the Facebook Group at: www.facebook.com/groups/fayetteville700gmrs
Fayetteville 700 GMRS Repeater Coverage
Fayetteville 700 provides GMRS coverage across much of Northwest Arkansas, including Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers and surrounding community. Real-world coverage reports from local GMRS operators help document where the repeater can be reliably heard and accessed. Terrain, elevation, antenna height, radio power and location can significantly affect coverage throughout the Ozarks.
Where Can You Reach the Fayetteville 700 Repeater?
Field reports have documented Fayetteville 700 communications from Fayetteville, Springdale, Sonora, Rogers, Greenland, Prairie Grove and other parts of Northwest Arkansas. Successful contacts have also been reported from locations around Lake Fayetteville, Nob Hill, Hindsville and the War Eagle area. Beaver Lake reports received from Lost Bridge area. Coverage becomes more variable in mountainous terrain and valleys, particularly farther east and south of the repeater.
Known Weak-Signal and Dead-Zone Areas
Northwest Arkansas terrain can create sharp changes in Fayetteville 700 coverage. Field testing has identified weak or unavailable coverage in some valleys and terrain-obstructed locations, including portions of the Highway 412 corridor east of Huntsville, the Hickory Creek area and Devil’s Den. These reports are based on real-world testing and should be treated as observations rather than guaranteed coverage boundaries.
o submit a coverage report, signal-quality update or correction, please use the Contact Us page.
How to Program the Fayetteville 700 GMRS Repeater
Programming Fayetteville 700 requires a GMRS repeater-capable radio. Set the receive frequency to 462.700 MHz, transmit frequency to 467.700 MHz, and CTCSS tone to 141.3 Hz. This is a standard +5.000 MHz repeater offset. A channel name such as FAY700 makes the repeater easy to identify in your radio.
Community Monitoring & Emergency Communications
Fayetteville 700 has an active community of GMRS operators throughout Northwest Arkansas, and the repeater is frequently monitored by local users. During severe weather, power outages or other communication disruptions, this active user base can provide an additional way for licensed GMRS operators to communicate and share local information. Monitoring is voluntary and is not guaranteed, and GMRS should not be considered a substitute for 911 or professional emergency services.
Fayetteville 700 GMRS Repeater FAQ
What frequency is the Fayetteville 700 GMRS repeater?
The Fayetteville 700 GMRS repeater operates on 462.700 MHz for receive and 467.700 MHz for transmit, using a standard +5.000 MHz offset. The repeater uses a 141.3 Hz CTCSS tone.
What CTCSS tone does Fayetteville 700 use?
Fayetteville 700 uses a 141.3 Hz CTCSS tone. Program 141.3 Hz as the transmit tone when setting up your GMRS radio to access the repeater.
Do I need a GMRS license to use the Fayetteville 700 repeater?
Yes. A valid FCC GMRS license is required to transmit on the Fayetteville 700 repeater. A GMRS license does not require an examination and generally covers the license holder and eligible immediate family members under FCC rules.
Help us keep this info accurate
Coverage, repeater status and other information can change. If you have updated information, a coverage report or a correction, please let Ozark GMRS know.