TV channels & antenna towers in Bronson, Florida

Bronson has 28 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 15 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WTBZ-LD, 9.6 miles to the E.

28TV transmitters within 70 miles
5networks over the air
9.6 mito the closest tower
1,110population

Network channels in Bronson

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
NBCWGFLNBC28.3 13 mi18° NNE StrongHigh Springs, FL
CWWCJB-TVCW20.2 16 mi67° ENE GoodGainesville, FL
FOXWOGXFox51 20 mi108° ESE GoodOcala, FL
PBSWUFTPBS5 23 mi39° NE StrongGainesville, FL
CBSWKMG-LDCBS6 36 mi110° ESE PoorOcala, FL

Over-the-air TV in Bronson

With roughly 1,110 residents, Bronson is a small community in Florida. Our map shows 28 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 5 full-power, 3 Class A, 18 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 15 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.

15 of them are within 25 miles of Bronson, 6 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 7 are more than 45 miles out. Two of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Gainesville, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Gainesville's stations.

The strongest network signals here are CBS on channel 6 (WKMG-LD), NBC on channel 28.3 (WGFL), Fox on channel 51 (WOGX), PBS on channel 5 (WUFT) and CW on channel 20.2 (WCJB-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WJXX in Orange Park, FL, 87 miles to the northeast. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Bronson

The main network towers around Bronson are in different directions: NBC 18° NNE (13 mi), Fox 108° ESE (20 mi) and PBS 39° NE (23 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Bronson at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Bronson

The farthest main network tower for Bronson is WUFT (PBS), 23 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.

WGFL is only 13 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.

Other stations near Bronson

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WTBZ-LDLow power9.6 mi 87° EWeakGainesville, FL
WNFT-LDLow power13 mi 18° NNEFairGainesville, FL
WYME-CDClass A13 mi 18° NNEFairGainesville, FL
WNBW-DTFull power13 mi 18° NNEGoodGainesville, FL
WACX-LDLow power13 mi 18° NNEFairAlachua, Etc., FL
WFGZ-LDLow power13 mi 18° NNEFairGainesville, FL
W30EM-DLow power14 mi 105° ESEFairOcala, FL
W19EX-DLow power16 mi 67° ENEFairGainesville, FL
WBMN-LDLow power16 mi 67° ENEFairOcala, FL
WTGB-LDLow power16 mi 67° ENEFairGainesville, FL
WRUF-LDLow power23 mi 39° NEWeakGainesville, FL
WGVT-LDLow power25 mi 37° NEFairGainesville, FL
WSHX-LDLow power25 mi 37° NEFairGainesville, FL
W20ES-DLow power26 mi 105° ESEPoorReddick, FL
WOCD-LDLow power36 mi 129° SEPoorOcala, FL
W26DP-DTranslator42 mi 158° SSEPoorInverness, FL
WYKE-CDClass A50 mi 146° SEPoorWildwood, FL
WQFT-LDLow power55 mi 139° SEPoorOcala, FL
W35EC-DLow power56 mi 358° NPoorLake City, FL
WJGV-CDClass A57 mi 81° EPoorPalatka, FL
W06DI-DLow power58 mi 21° NNEPoorJasper, FL
W28FD-DLow power60 mi 353° NPoorLake City, FL
W23FJ-DLow power62 mi 353° NPoorJennings, FL

How Bronson compares with the rest of Florida

With 15 stations at fair strength or better, Bronson ranks 620th of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 13 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.

23% of Florida's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Gainesville, 24 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Bronson: step by step

  1. Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
  2. Point it toward 39° NE, the direction of WUFT (PBS), 23 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 15 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is CBS in Bronson, FL?

CBS is on channel 6 from WKMG-LD, broadcasting from 36 miles ESE of Bronson. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is NBC in Bronson, FL?

NBC is on channel 28.3 from WGFL, broadcasting from 13 miles NNE of Bronson. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in Bronson, FL?

Fox is on channel 51 from WOGX, broadcasting from 20 miles ESE of Bronson. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is PBS in Bronson, FL?

PBS is on channel 5 from WUFT, broadcasting from 23 miles NE of Bronson. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CW in Bronson, FL?

CW is on channel 20.2 from WCJB-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles ENE of Bronson. Estimated signal: good.

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

28 transmitters within 70 miles of Bronson; around 15 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Bronson?

The main network towers around Bronson are in different directions: NBC 18° NNE (13 mi), Fox 108° ESE (20 mi) and PBS 39° NE (23 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Bronson?

Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Bronson?

WGFL is only 13 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Bronson?

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.

TV channels in nearby Florida cities

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