TV channels & antenna towers in McGehee, Arkansas

McGehee has 13 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC and ION. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W19EF-D, 27 miles to the SE.

Open McGehee in the live finder

13TV transmitters within 70 miles

4networks over the air

27 mito the closest tower

3,919population

Network channels in McGehee

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CBSWXVT-LDCBS	17	40 mi	87° E	Poor	Cleveland, MS
IONWFXWION	15.2	40 mi	87° E	Good	Greenville, MS
ABCWABG-TVABC	6	53 mi	109° ESE	Good	Greenwood, MS
NBCWNBD-LDNBC	33	53 mi	109° ESE	Poor	Greenwood, MS
NBCKTVENBC	10	61 mi	232° SW	Good	El Dorado, AR

Over-the-air TV in McGehee

McGehee, Arkansas has a population of about 3,920. Our map shows 13 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 5 full-power and 8 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 9 farther out. Two of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Greenwood, MS, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Greenwood's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 6 (WABG-TV), CBS on channel 17 (WXVT-LD), NBC on channel 10 (KTVE) and ION on channel 15.2 (WFXW). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KLRT-TV in Little Rock, AR, 102 miles to the northwest. 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 McGehee

The main network towers around McGehee are in different directions: ABC 109° ESE (53 mi) and NBC 232° SW (61 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach McGehee at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across one other direction.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for McGehee

The farthest main network tower for McGehee is KTVE (NBC), 61 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 McGehee

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
W19EF-DLow power	27 mi	124° SE	Poor	Greenville, MS
WHCQ-LDLow power	39 mi	80° E	Poor	Cleveland, MS
W34ER-DLow power	51 mi	45° NE	Poor	Memphis, TN
WMAO-TVFull power	52 mi	109° ESE	Good	Greenwood, MS
KIPB-LDLow power	54 mi	319° NW	Poor	Pine Bluff, AR
KETZFull power	61 mi	232° SW	Weak	El Dorado, AR
WPRQ-LDLow power	62 mi	52° NE	Poor	Clarksdale, MS
WPYM-LDLow power	65 mi	21° NNE	Poor	Little Rock, AR

How McGehee compares with the rest of Arkansas

With 4 stations at fair strength or better, McGehee ranks 181st of 214 places in Arkansas: fewer than the typical Arkansas town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 40 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.

50% of Arkansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Greenville, 25 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in McGehee: 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 232° SW, the direction of KTVE (NBC), 61 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 4 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 McGehee, AR?

ABC is on channel 6 from WABG-TV, broadcasting from 53 miles ESE of McGehee. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CBS in McGehee, AR?

CBS is on channel 17 from WXVT-LD, broadcasting from 40 miles E of McGehee. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is NBC in McGehee, AR?

NBC is on channel 10 from KTVE, broadcasting from 61 miles SW of McGehee. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in McGehee?

13 transmitters within 70 miles of McGehee; around 4 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 McGehee?

The main network towers around McGehee are in different directions: ABC 109° ESE (53 mi) and NBC 232° SW (61 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in McGehee?

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. The towers are spread over about 122° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in McGehee?

Is there an app to find TV towers in McGehee?

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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