
GMRS Programming & Radio Frequencies for the Ozarks
Program your radio, download ready-to-use codeplugs, find regional GMRS repeater settings, and discover useful analog frequencies for monitoring across the Ozarks. This Programming Center is designed for both new and experienced radio users.
Start with a downloadable codeplug or build your own channel lineup using the frequency reference below. Monitoring sections include popular amateur radio and Skywarn, selected public safety and EMS, aviation, and weather frequencies.
Need a Custom Codeplug?
Not sure how to program your radio or want a setup built specifically for your area? Ozark GMRS member Dave • WRAR667 creates custom codeplugs for a variety of GMRS/HAM radios based on your radio model, location, and monitoring needs.
Downloadable GMRS Codeplugs
Get a head start programming your radio with ready-to-use regional codeplugs built from the Ozark GMRS frequency database. Choose your radio model and the operating area closest to you.
Join free for access to our expanded regional communications database, including GMRS repeaters, verified SKYWARN systems, amateur monitoring, aviation, railroad, MURS and additional regional frequencies.
Weather & Situational Awareness
Monitor NOAA Weather Radio for official warnings and verified SKYWARN systems for local field reports during severe weather. Amateur radio frequencies are for monitoring only unless you hold the appropriate amateur radio license.
NOAA Weather Radio
| Station | Area | Frequency MHz | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| WXJ52 | Fayetteville / NWA | 162.4750 | Primary NOAA weather alerts |
| WXJ50 | Fort Smith / W AR / E OK | 162.5500 | Regional NOAA weather alerts |
| Springdale NWR | Springdale / NWA | 162.4000 | Alternate NOAA weather alerts |
Verified SKYWARN Systems
| System | Receive MHz | Input / TX MHz | Tone | Area / Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WX5NAS Fayetteville | 147.315 | 147.915 | TX 110.9 / RX 97.4 | Fayetteville - Kessler Mtn / NWA SKYWARN |
| WX5NAS Springdale | 147.315 | 147.915 | 97.4 PL | Springdale - Dodd Mtn / NWA SKYWARN |
| WX5NAS Bentonville | 146.865 | 146.265 | 103.5 PL | Bentonville / NWA SKYWARN |
| WX5NAS Green Forest | 145.310 | 144.710 | 103.5 PL | Green Forest - Bradshaw Mtn / NWA SKYWARN |
| WX5NAS Huntsville | 443.625 | 448.625 | 97.4 PL | Huntsville - Airport / NWA SKYWARN |
| N5UXE Decatur | 442.850 | 447.850 | 123.0 PL | Decatur / W5IAS Superlink SKYWARN |
| K5DXR Siloam Springs | 443.525 | 448.525 | 97.4 PL | Siloam Springs - Feed Mill / local SKYWARN |
Standard GMRS Simplex Frequencies
Simplex communication is direct radio-to-radio operation without using a repeater.
| Channel | Frequency MHz | Use |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 462.5625 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 2 | 462.5875 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 3 | 462.6125 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 4 | 462.6375 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 5 | 462.6625 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 6 | 462.6875 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 7 | 462.7125 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 8 | 467.5625 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 9 | 467.5875 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 10 | 467.6125 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 11 | 467.6375 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 12 | 467.6625 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 13 | 467.6875 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 14 | 467.7125 | GMRS / FRS Simplex |
| 15 | 462.5500 | GMRS Simplex / Repeater Output |
| 16 | 462.5750 | GMRS Simplex / Repeater Output |
| 17 | 462.6000 | GMRS Simplex / Repeater Output |
| 18 | 462.6250 | GMRS Simplex / Repeater Output |
| 19 | 462.6500 | GMRS Simplex / Repeater Output |
| 20 | 462.6750 | GMRS Simplex / Repeater Output |
| 21 | 462.7000 | GMRS Simplex / Repeater Output |
| 22 | 462.7250 | GMRS Simplex / Repeater Output |
Regional GMRS Repeaters
Local and regional repeaters use the Ozark GMRS city-and-frequency naming format, such as Fayetteville 700.
| Repeater Name | Location | RX / Output MHz | TX / Input MHz | Tone | Use / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentonville 625 | Bentonville, AR | 462.6250 | 467.6250 | 107.2 / 107.2 | North Benton County repeater |
| Fayetteville 700 | Fayetteville, AR | 462.7000 | 467.7000 | 141.3 / 141.3 | Primary local repeater |
| Fort Smith 550 | Fort Smith / Van Buren, AR | 462.5500 | 467.5500 | D411N / D411N | Travel south / regional |
| Lincoln 725 | Lincoln, AR | 462.7250 | 467.7250 | 141.3 / 141.3 | South coverage / travel |
| Stilwell 575 | Stilwell, OK | 462.5750 | 467.5750 | 141.3 / 141.3 | Travel west into Oklahoma |
| Tontitown 650 | Tontitown, AR | 462.6500 | 467.6500 | 162.2 / 162.2 | Metro backup repeater |
| West Fork 600 | West Fork, AR | 462.6000 | 467.6000 | 141.3 / 141.3 | South corridor repeater |
| Winslow 675 | Winslow / Brentwood, AR | 462.6750 | 467.6750 | 107.2 / 107.2 | Highway / mountain travel |
| Siloam Springs 550 | Siloam Springs, AR | 462.5500 | 467.5500 | 136.5 | Regional repeater / monitoring |
| Fort Smith 700 | Fort Smith, AR | 462.7000 | 467.7000 | 107.2 | Regional repeater / monitoring |
| Muskogee 625 | Muskogee, OK | 462.6250 | 467.6250 | D023N | Regional repeater / monitoring |
| Washburn 575 | Washburn, MO | 462.5750 | 467.5750 | 141.3 | Regional repeater / monitoring |