TV channels & antenna towers in Red Bay, Alabama

Red Bay has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying Fox and CW. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WFIQ, 22 miles to the ENE.

Open Red Bay in the live finder

21TV transmitters within 70 miles

2networks over the air

22 mito the closest tower

3,131population

Network channels in Red Bay

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
FOXWCBI-TVFox	4.2	64 mi	222° SW	Good	Columbus, MS
CWWHDFCW	15	69 mi	55° NE	Weak	Florence, AL

Over-the-air TV in Red Bay

Red Bay, Alabama has a population of about 3,130. Our map shows 21 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 4 full-power, 4 Class A, 12 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

2 of them are within 25 miles of Red Bay, 7 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 12 are more than 45 miles out.

The best-placed network stations are Fox on channel 4.2 (WCBI-TV) and CW on channel 15 (WHDF). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WTVA in Tupelo, MS, 70 miles to the southwest. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WHNT-TV in Huntsville, AL, 94 miles to the east. 2 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Red Bay

Point your antenna SW, at about 222°. The main network towers for Red Bay sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Red Bay, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Red Bay

The farthest main network tower for Red Bay is WCBI-TV (Fox), 64 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.

Other stations near Red Bay

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
WFIQFull power	22 mi	65° ENE	Good	Florence, AL
W20DF-DLow power	23 mi	79° E	Fair	Russellville, AL
W24EP-DClass A	27 mi	194° SSW	Fair	Fulton, MS
WHBH-CDClass A	29 mi	252° WSW	Fair	Booneville, MS
W34FB-DLow power	30 mi	159° SSE	Fair	Hamilton, AL
W14EQ-DLow power	35 mi	236° SW	Poor	Tupelo, MS
WMAE-TVFull power	38 mi	294° WNW	Fair	Booneville, MS
W21EC-DLow power	38 mi	250° WSW	Poor	Tupelo, MS
WDDY-LDLow power	42 mi	315° NW	Poor	Corinth, MS
W33EB-DLow power	53 mi	5° N	Poor	Olive Hill, TN
WSSF-LDLow power	55 mi	161° SSE	Poor	Fayette, AL
W32EV-DClass A	56 mi	347° NNW	Poor	Adamsville, TN
W25AD-DLow power	61 mi	210° SSW	Poor	Columbus, MS
WSFG-LDTranslator	62 mi	147° SSE	Poor	Berry, AL
W25FC-DLow power	63 mi	131° SE	Poor	Jasper, AL
W30ES-DLow power	63 mi	194° SSW	Poor	Columbus, MS
WBII-CDClass A	65 mi	295° WNW	Poor	Holly Springs, MS
W03BP-DLow power	67 mi	194° SSW	Poor	Starkville, MS
WUDX-LDLow power	70 mi	183° S	Poor	Tuscaloosa, AL

How Red Bay compares with the rest of Alabama

With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Red Bay ranks 291st of 314 places in Alabama: fewer than the typical Alabama town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 64 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.

28% of Alabama's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Tupelo, 35 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Red Bay: step by step

Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
Point it toward 222° SW, the direction of WCBI-TV (Fox), 64 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
Expect around 7 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is Fox in Red Bay, AL?

Fox is on channel 4.2 from WCBI-TV, broadcasting from 64 miles SW of Red Bay. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Red Bay, AL?

CW is on channel 15 from WHDF, broadcasting from 69 miles NE of Red Bay. Estimated signal: weak.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Red Bay?

21 transmitters within 70 miles of Red Bay; around 7 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.

Which direction should I point my TV antenna in Red Bay?

Point your antenna SW, at about 222°. The main network towers for Red Bay sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Red Bay?

Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Red Bay?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Red Bay?

Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.

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More: all TV stations in Alabama · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Red Bay; signal estimates ignore terrain.