TV channels & antenna towers in LaBelle, Florida
LaBelle has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WINK-TV (CBS), 20 miles to the W.
Network channels in LaBelle
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWINK-TVCBS | 11 | 20 mi | 278° W | Strong | Fort Myers, FL |
| UNIWLZE-LDUnivision | 51 | 20 mi | 278° W | Fair | Fort Myers, FL |
| CWWXCWCW | 46 | 20 mi | 278° W | Strong | Naples, FL |
| PBSWGCUPBS | 30 | 20 mi | 281° W | Strong | Fort Myers, FL |
| ABCWZVN-TVABC | 26 | 21 mi | 282° WNW | Strong | Naples, FL |
| NBCWBBH-TVNBC | 20 | 21 mi | 282° WNW | Strong | Fort Myers, FL |
| FOXWFTX-TVFox | 36 | 22 mi | 276° W | Strong | Cape Coral, FL |
| TLMWWDT-CDTelemundo | 43 | 31 mi | 235° SW | Fair | Naples, FL |
| UNIWUVF-LDUnivision | 2 | 34 mi | 210° SSW | Weak | Naples, FL |
| ABCWPBFABC | 25 | 69 mi | 69° ENE | Fair | Tequesta, FL |
| CWWTVXCW | 34 | 69 mi | 69° ENE | Fair | Fort Pierce, FL |
Over-the-air TV in LaBelle
LaBelle is a town of about 4,750 people in Florida. There are 20 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 9 full-power, 2 Class A, 8 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
8 of them are within 25 miles of LaBelle, 6 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 6 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Fort Myers, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Fort Myers's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 26 (WZVN-TV), CBS on channel 11 (WINK-TV), NBC on channel 20 (WBBH-TV), Fox on channel 36 (WFTX-TV), PBS on channel 30 (WGCU), CW on channel 46 (WXCW), Telemundo on channel 43 (WWDT-CD) and Univision on channel 51 (WLZE-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal) and Univision (fair signal). 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 LaBelle
Point your antenna W, at about 280°. The main network towers for LaBelle sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, WINK-TV, WXCW, WGCU, WZVN-TV and WBBH-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 20 miles west of LaBelle (278° W). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach LaBelle at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the west; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from LaBelle, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for LaBelle
The farthest main network tower for LaBelle is WFTX-TV (Fox), 22 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor 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 LaBelle
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WRXY-TVFull power | 22 mi | 274° W | Strong | Tice, FL |
| WXDT-LDLow power | 31 mi | 235° SW | Weak | Naples, FL |
| WZDT-LDLow power | 31 mi | 235° SW | Weak | Naples, FL |
| WGPS-LDLow power | 32 mi | 227° SW | Weak | Fort Myers, FL |
| WANA-LDLow power | 34 mi | 210° SSW | Weak | Naples, FL |
| WHDN-CDClass A | 45 mi | 211° SSW | Poor | Naples, FL |
| W36FJ-DTranslator | 48 mi | 2° N | Poor | Sebring, FL |
| WSNN-LDLow power | 64 mi | 294° WNW | Poor | Sarasota, FL |
| WSLF-LDLow power | 69 mi | 69° ENE | Poor | Port St. Lucie, FL |
How LaBelle compares with the rest of Florida
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, LaBelle ranks 736th of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 20 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 Lehigh Acres, 15 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in LaBelle: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 276° W, the direction of WFTX-TV (Fox), 22 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 11 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 LaBelle, FL?
ABC is on channel 26 from WZVN-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles WNW of LaBelle. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in LaBelle, FL?
CBS is on channel 11 from WINK-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles W of LaBelle. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in LaBelle, FL?
NBC is on channel 20 from WBBH-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles WNW of LaBelle. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in LaBelle, FL?
Fox is on channel 36 from WFTX-TV, broadcasting from 22 miles W of LaBelle. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is PBS in LaBelle, FL?
PBS is on channel 30 from WGCU, broadcasting from 20 miles W of LaBelle. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in LaBelle?
20 transmitters within 70 miles of LaBelle; around 11 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 LaBelle?
Point your antenna W, at about 280°. The main network towers for LaBelle sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in LaBelle?
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 LaBelle?
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 LaBelle?
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
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- Fort Myers Shores19 mi
- Moore Haven22 mi
- Gateway23 mi
- Immokalee24 mi
- Fort Myers27 mi
- North Fort Myers28 mi
- San Carlos Park30 mi
- Villas30 mi
- Clewiston31 mi
- Estero32 mi
- Cypress Lake32 mi
- McGregor33 mi
- Placid Lakes33 mi
- Orangetree34 mi
- Cape Coral34 mi
- Bonita Springs36 mi
- Iona36 mi
- Burnt Store Marina38 mi
- Fort Myers Beach38 mi
- Southeast Arcadia39 mi
- Punta Gorda39 mi
- Arcadia41 mi
- Punta Gorda Isles41 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 LaBelle; signal estimates ignore terrain.