TV channels & antenna towers in Marathon, Florida
Marathon has 19 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W29CW-D, 9.9 miles to the ENE.
Over-the-air TV in Marathon
With roughly 8,750 residents, Marathon is a town in Florida. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 19 licensed TV transmitters: 2 full-power, 2 Class A, 12 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 5 between 25 and 45 miles, and 13 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WSVN in Miami, FL, 103 miles to the northeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WFOR-TV in Miami, FL, 102 miles to the northeast. 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 Marathon
Point your antenna W, at about 264°. The nearest towers for Marathon sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Marathon, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Marathon
The farthest of the closest towers for Marathon is WGZT-LD, 28 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
W29CW-D, 9.9 miles east, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is 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 that one.
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 TV stations near Marathon
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W29CW-DLow power | 9.9 mi | 68° ENE | Weak | Duck Key, FL |
| WYMI-LDLow power | 26 mi | 265° W | Fair | Summerland Key, FL |
| WGZT-LDLow power | 28 mi | 262° W | Fair | Key West, FL |
| WCAY-CDClass A | 42 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| W33EP-DLow power | 42 mi | 257° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| WEYW-LPLow power | 42 mi | 257° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| WKIZ-LDTranslator | 46 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| W25DQ-DLow power | 46 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| W16CL-DLow power | 46 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| W21EK-DLow power | 46 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| W22FI-DLow power | 46 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| WGEN-TVFull power | 46 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| WSBS-TVFull power | 46 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| WFIB-LDLow power | 46 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| WFSF-LDLow power | 46 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| W12DI-DTranslator | 46 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| WKWT-LDLow power | 51 mi | 56° NE | Poor | Key Largo, FL |
| W16CA-DTranslator | 69 mi | 34° NE | Poor | Homestead, FL |
| WJAN-CDClass A | 69 mi | 34° NE | Poor | Miami, FL |
How Marathon compares with the rest of Florida
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Marathon ranks 783rd of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23).
60% of Florida's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Key West, 45 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Marathon: 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 262° W, the direction of WGZT-LD, 28 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 2 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Marathon?
19 transmitters within 70 miles of Marathon; around 2 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 Marathon?
Point your antenna W, at about 264°. The nearest towers for Marathon sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Marathon?
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 the more distant stations from up to 10 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Marathon?
W29CW-D, 9.9 miles east, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is 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 that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Marathon?
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
- Big Pine Key17 mi
- Cudjoe Key26 mi
- Islamorada32 mi
- Big Coppitt Key37 mi
- Plantation38 mi
- Tavernier42 mi
- Stock Island42 mi
- Key West45 mi
- Key Largo48 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 Marathon; signal estimates ignore terrain.