TV channels & antenna towers in Hudson, Florida
Hudson has 34 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, 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 WZRA-CD, 7.6 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Hudson
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PBSWEDUPBS | 3.1 | 44 mi | 144° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| UNIWVEA-TVUnivision | 50 | 44 mi | 144° SE | Good | Tampa, FL |
| TLMWRMD-CDTelemundo | 49 | 44 mi | 144° SE | Poor | Tampa, FL |
| CWWTTACW | 38 | 45 mi | 144° SE | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| ABCWFTS-TVABC | 28 | 45 mi | 144° SE | Good | Tampa, FL |
| NBCWFLA-TVNBC | 8 | 45 mi | 144° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| IONWXPX-TVION | 66 | 46 mi | 145° SE | Good | Bradenton, FL |
| CBSWTSPCBS | 10 | 46 mi | 145° SE | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| UNIWVEA-TVUnivision | 50 | 46 mi | 145° SE | Good | Venice, FL |
| MeTVWMOR-TVMeTV | 32.2 | 46 mi | 145° SE | Good | Lakeland, FL |
| FOXWTVTFox | 13 | 47 mi | 144° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| ABCWWSBABC | 40 | 59 mi | 160° SSE | Weak | Sarasota, FL |
Over-the-air TV in Hudson
Hudson is a town of about 12,200 people in Florida. There are 34 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 14 full-power, 6 Class A, 13 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 15 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 17 between 25 and 45 miles, and 16 farther out. Six of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Tampa, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Tampa's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 28 (WFTS-TV), CBS on channel 10 (WTSP), NBC on channel 8 (WFLA-TV), Fox on channel 13 (WTVT), PBS on channel 3.1 (WEDU), CW on channel 38 (WTTA), ION on channel 66 (WXPX-TV), Telemundo on channel 49 (WRMD-CD), Univision on channel 50 (WVEA-TV) and MeTV on channel 32.2 (WMOR-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal) and Univision (good signal). 3 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 Hudson
Point your antenna SE, at about 144°. The main network towers for Hudson sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
11 network stations, WEDU, WVEA-TV, WRMD-CD, WTTA and WFTS-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 44 miles southeast of Hudson (144° SE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Hudson at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southeast, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Hudson, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hudson
The farthest main network tower for Hudson is WFLA-TV (NBC), 45 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WTSP (CBS), 46 miles southeast and WTVT (Fox), 47 miles southeast, are the exception: the nearest listed affiliates of those networks are far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for those.
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 Hudson
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WZRA-CDClass A | 7.6 mi | 197° SSW | Good | Oldsmar, FL |
| W31EG-DLow power | 31 mi | 146° SE | Weak | Tampa, FL |
| WPDS-LDLow power | 32 mi | 191° S | Weak | Largo, Etc., FL |
| WARP-CDClass A | 35 mi | 173° S | Fair | Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL |
| WDNP-LDLow power | 35 mi | 149° SSE | Weak | Tampa, FL |
| W32FH-DLow power | 36 mi | 187° S | Weak | St. Petersburg, FL |
| W26DP-DTranslator | 41 mi | 27° NNE | Poor | Inverness, FL |
| WEDQFull power | 44 mi | 144° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WTOGFull power | 44 mi | 144° SE | Good | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WGCT-LDLow power | 44 mi | 144° SE | Poor | Tampa, FL |
| WTBT-LDLow power | 44 mi | 144° SE | Poor | Tampa, FL |
| WCLFFull power | 45 mi | 144° SE | Good | Clearwater, FL |
| WYKE-CDClass A | 46 mi | 42° NE | Poor | Wildwood, FL |
| W16DQ-DLow power | 46 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Tampa, FL |
| WSPF-CDClass A | 46 mi | 145° SE | Poor | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WSVT-LDLow power | 46 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Tampa, FL |
| WXAX-CDClass A | 46 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Clearwater, FL |
| WTAM-LDLow power | 46 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Tampa, FL |
| W36EC-DLow power | 47 mi | 108° ESE | Poor | Lakeland, FL |
| WQFT-LDLow power | 51 mi | 49° NE | Poor | Ocala, FL |
| W05CO-DLow power | 59 mi | 160° SSE | Poor | Sarasota, FL |
| WOCD-LDLow power | 61 mi | 30° NNE | Poor | Ocala, FL |
How Hudson compares with the rest of Florida
With 15 stations at fair strength or better, Hudson ranks 620th of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 44 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 Spring Hill, 13 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Hudson: 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 144° SE, the direction of WFLA-TV (NBC), 45 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 15 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 Hudson, FL?
ABC is on channel 28 from WFTS-TV, broadcasting from 45 miles SE of Hudson. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Hudson, FL?
CBS is on channel 10 from WTSP, broadcasting from 46 miles SE of Hudson. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Hudson, FL?
NBC is on channel 8 from WFLA-TV, broadcasting from 45 miles SE of Hudson. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Hudson, FL?
Fox is on channel 13 from WTVT, broadcasting from 47 miles SE of Hudson. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is PBS in Hudson, FL?
PBS is on channel 3.1 from WEDU, broadcasting from 44 miles SE of Hudson. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Hudson?
34 transmitters within 70 miles of Hudson; around 15 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 Hudson?
Point your antenna SE, at about 144°. The main network towers for Hudson sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hudson?
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. Picking up CBS and Fox from up to 47 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Hudson?
WTSP (CBS), 46 miles southeast and WTVT (Fox), 47 miles southeast, are the exception: the nearest listed affiliates of those networks are far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for those.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Hudson?
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 Florida · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Hudson; signal estimates ignore terrain.