TV channels & antenna towers in Woodstock, Alabama
Woodstock has 37 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 22 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WJMY-CD, 20 miles to the W.
Network channels in Woodstock
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWBMA-LDABC | 58 | 22 mi | 43° NE | Fair | Birmingham, AL |
| CWWDBBCW | 17 | 25 mi | 319° NW | Good | Bessemer, AL |
| ABCWABMABC | 68.2 | 28 mi | 46° NE | Good | Birmingham, AL |
| CWWTTOCW | 21 | 28 mi | 46° NE | Good | Homewood, AL |
| CBSWIATCBS | 42 | 28 mi | 46° NE | Good | Birmingham, AL |
| IONWPXH-TVION | 44 | 28 mi | 46° NE | Good | Hoover, AL |
| TLMWTBM-CDTelemundo | 24 | 28 mi | 46° NE | Fair | Birmingham, AL |
| FOXWBRCFox | 6 | 28 mi | 46° NE | Good | Birmingham, AL |
| NBCWVTM-TVNBC | 13 | 28 mi | 46° NE | Fair | Birmingham, AL |
| TLMWBXM-CDTelemundo | 15 | 49 mi | 159° SSE | Poor | Selma, AL |
| ABCWGWWABC | 40.2 | 50 mi | 57° ENE | Fair | Anniston, AL |
| TBNWTJP-TVTrinity | 60 | 58 mi | 44° NE | Fair | Gadsden, AL |
Over-the-air TV in Woodstock
Woodstock, Alabama has a population of about 1,550. Our map shows 37 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 13 full-power, 6 Class A, 16 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 22 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
7 of them are within 25 miles of Woodstock, 16 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 14 are more than 45 miles out. Six of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Birmingham, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Birmingham's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 68.2 (WABM), CBS on channel 42 (WIAT), NBC on channel 13 (WVTM-TV), Fox on channel 6 (WBRC), CW on channel 21 (WTTO), ION on channel 44 (WPXH-TV), Telemundo on channel 24 (WTBM-CD) and Trinity on channel 60 (WTJP-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal). 4 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 Woodstock
Point your antenna NE, at about 46°. The main network towers for Woodstock sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Seven network stations, WABM, WTTO, WIAT, WPXH-TV and WTBM-CD and others, transmit from the same tower site about 28 miles northeast of Woodstock (46° NE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Woodstock at fair strength or better, 90% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Woodstock, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Woodstock
The farthest main network tower for Woodstock is WVTM-TV (NBC), 28 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Woodstock
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJMY-CDClass A | 20 mi | 272° W | Fair | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| WDVZ-CDClass A | 21 mi | 261° W | Fair | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| WVUA-CDClass A | 21 mi | 261° W | Fair | Tuscaloosa/Northport, AL |
| W18ET-DLow power | 25 mi | 44° NE | Fair | Birmingham, AL |
| WSESFull power | 25 mi | 319° NW | Good | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| W16DS-DClass A | 27 mi | 46° NE | Fair | Birmingham, AL |
| WBUN-LPLow power | 28 mi | 46° NE | Fair | Birmingham, AL |
| WBIQFull power | 28 mi | 46° NE | Weak | Birmingham, AL |
| WUOA-LDTranslator | 28 mi | 46° NE | Fair | Birmingham, AL |
| WSWH-LDLow power | 28 mi | 46° NE | Fair | Birmingham, AL |
| WNHT-LDLow power | 28 mi | 46° NE | Weak | Birmingham, AL |
| WVUAFull power | 28 mi | 46° NE | Fair | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| WOTM-LDLow power | 31 mi | 65° ENE | Weak | Birmingham, AL |
| WSFG-LDTranslator | 41 mi | 324° NW | Poor | Berry, AL |
| W25FC-DLow power | 45 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Jasper, AL |
| WBIHFull power | 49 mi | 159° SSE | Good | Selma, AL |
| WSSF-LDLow power | 51 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Fayette, AL |
| WEEL-LDLow power | 55 mi | 271° W | Poor | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| W32EQ-DLow power | 55 mi | 263° W | Poor | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| WOIL-LDLow power | 56 mi | 75° ENE | Poor | Talladega, AL |
| WUDX-LDLow power | 63 mi | 284° WNW | Poor | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| W35EE-DLow power | 64 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Demopolis, AL |
| WQAP-LDLow power | 69 mi | 142° SE | Poor | Montgomery, AL |
| WDSF-LDLow power | 69 mi | 142° SE | Poor | Montgomery, AL |
| WCQT-LDLow power | 69 mi | 15° NNE | Poor | Cullman, AL |
How Woodstock compares with the rest of Alabama
With 22 stations at fair strength or better, Woodstock ranks 56th of 314 places in Alabama: more than the typical Alabama town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 22 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.
43% of Alabama's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Bessemer, 18 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Woodstock: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 46° NE, the direction of WVTM-TV (NBC), 28 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 22 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 ABC in Woodstock, AL?
ABC is on channel 68.2 from WABM, broadcasting from 28 miles NE of Woodstock. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Woodstock, AL?
CBS is on channel 42 from WIAT, broadcasting from 28 miles NE of Woodstock. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Woodstock, AL?
NBC is on channel 13 from WVTM-TV, broadcasting from 28 miles NE of Woodstock. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Woodstock, AL?
Fox is on channel 6 from WBRC, broadcasting from 28 miles NE of Woodstock. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Woodstock, AL?
CW is on channel 21 from WTTO, broadcasting from 28 miles NE of Woodstock. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Woodstock?
37 transmitters within 70 miles of Woodstock; around 22 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Woodstock?
Point your antenna NE, at about 46°. The main network towers for Woodstock sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Woodstock?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Woodstock?
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Woodstock?
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 Woodstock; signal estimates ignore terrain.