TV channels & antenna towers in Gifford, Florida
Gifford has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CW, ION and Trinity. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W25ER-D, 4.4 miles to the SW.
Network channels in Gifford
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWTVXCW | 34 | 38 mi | 178° S | Good | Fort Pierce, FL |
| ABCWPBFABC | 25 | 38 mi | 179° S | Good | Tequesta, FL |
| TBNWTCE-TVTrinity | 21 | 47 mi | 162° SSE | Good | Fort Pierce, FL |
| IONWOPX-TVION | 56 | 56 mi | 318° NW | Good | Melbourne, FL |
Over-the-air TV in Gifford
With roughly 9,590 residents, Gifford is a town in Florida. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 23 licensed TV transmitters: 4 full-power, 5 Class A, 12 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 7 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 10 farther out. Two of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Fort Pierce, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Fort Pierce's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 25 (WPBF), CW on channel 34 (WTVX), ION on channel 56 (WOPX-TV) and Trinity on channel 21 (WTCE-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WKMG-TV in Orlando, FL, 76 miles to the northwest. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WESH in Daytona Beach, FL, 76 miles to the northwest.
Which way to point your antenna in Gifford
Point your antenna S, at about 179°. The main network towers for Gifford sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, WTVX and WPBF, transmit from the same tower site about 38 miles south of Gifford (178° S). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Gifford at fair strength or better, 75% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Gifford, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Gifford
The farthest main network tower for Gifford is WPBF (ABC), 38 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Gifford
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W25ER-DLow power | 4.4 mi | 233° SW | Fair | Vero Beach, FL |
| WMMF-LDLow power | 5.1 mi | 325° NW | Good | Vero Beach, FL |
| W30EP-DLow power | 5.2 mi | 163° SSE | Good | Vero Beach, FL |
| W31DC-DTranslator | 9.2 mi | 164° SSE | Good | Fort Pierce, FL |
| WWCI-CDClass A | 11 mi | 296° WNW | Weak | Vero Beach, FL |
| WDOX-LDLow power | 15 mi | 193° SSW | Fair | Palm Beach, FL |
| W15EO-DLow power | 21 mi | 175° S | Fair | Sebastian, FL |
| WSCF-LDLow power | 30 mi | 328° NNW | Fair | Melbourne, FL |
| WMVJ-CDClass A | 30 mi | 328° NNW | Fair | Melbourne, FL |
| W19EM-DLow power | 37 mi | 331° NNW | Poor | Melbourne, FL |
| WSLF-LDLow power | 38 mi | 179° S | Weak | Port St. Lucie, FL |
| WWHB-CDClass A | 47 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Stuart, FL |
| WTCN-CDClass A | 47 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Palm Beach, FL |
| W11DH-DLow power | 47 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Wabasso, FL |
| WXOD-LDLow power | 47 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Palm Beach, FL |
| W36FJ-DTranslator | 63 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Sebring, FL |
| WKME-CDClass A | 64 mi | 303° WNW | Poor | Kissimmee, FL |
| WBWP-LDLow power | 64 mi | 161° SSE | Poor | West Palm Beach, FL |
| W05DH-DLow power | 66 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Jupiter, FL |
How Gifford compares with the rest of Florida
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Gifford ranks 719th of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 38 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.
60% of Florida's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Vero Beach South, 4.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Gifford: 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 179° S, the direction of WPBF (ABC), 38 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 12 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 Gifford, FL?
ABC is on channel 25 from WPBF, broadcasting from 38 miles S of Gifford. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Gifford, FL?
CW is on channel 34 from WTVX, broadcasting from 38 miles S of Gifford. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Gifford?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Gifford; around 12 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 Gifford?
Point your antenna S, at about 179°. The main network towers for Gifford sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Gifford?
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 Gifford?
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 Gifford?
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
- Vero Beach2.6 mi
- Vero Beach South4.1 mi
- West Vero Corridor5.4 mi
- Florida Ridge6.7 mi
- Lakewood Park9.1 mi
- Sebastian10 mi
- Fellsmere13 mi
- Fort Pierce North14 mi
- Micco15 mi
- Fort Pierce17 mi
- Fort Pierce South19 mi
- Indian River Estates22 mi
- River Park25 mi
- Port Saint Lucie27 mi
- Palm Bay27 mi
- Hutchinson Island South28 mi
- Melbourne31 mi
- Jensen Beach31 mi
- West Melbourne31 mi
- Stuart34 mi
- Indian Harbour Beach35 mi
- Palm City36 mi
- Satellite Beach36 mi
- South Patrick Shores38 mi
More: all TV stations in Florida · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Gifford; signal estimates ignore terrain.