TV channels & antenna towers in McGregor, Florida
McGregor has 17 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 WXDT-LD, 5.4 miles to the SE.
Network channels in McGregor
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMWWDT-CDTelemundo | 43 | 5.4 mi | 135° SE | Good | Naples, FL |
| FOXWFTX-TVFox | 36 | 18 mi | 23° NNE | Strong | Cape Coral, FL |
| CBSWINK-TVCBS | 11 | 19 mi | 30° NNE | Strong | Fort Myers, FL |
| UNIWLZE-LDUnivision | 51 | 19 mi | 30° NNE | Fair | Fort Myers, FL |
| CWWXCWCW | 46 | 19 mi | 30° NNE | Strong | Naples, FL |
| UNIWUVF-LDUnivision | 2 | 20 mi | 140° SE | Fair | Naples, FL |
| PBSWGCUPBS | 30 | 20 mi | 28° NNE | Strong | Fort Myers, FL |
| ABCWZVN-TVABC | 26 | 20 mi | 27° NNE | Strong | Naples, FL |
| NBCWBBH-TVNBC | 20 | 20 mi | 27° NNE | Strong | Fort Myers, FL |
Over-the-air TV in McGregor
McGregor, Florida has a population of about 7,410. Our map shows 17 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power, 2 Class A, 7 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 10 at good or strong strength.
14 of them are within 25 miles of McGregor, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 2 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Naples, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Naples'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 (good 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 McGregor
Point your antenna NNE, at about 27°. The main network towers for McGregor sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, WFTX-TV, WINK-TV, WXCW, WGCU and WZVN-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 18 miles northeast of McGregor (23° NNE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach McGregor at fair strength or better, 86% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from McGregor, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for McGregor
The farthest main network tower for McGregor is WBBH-TV (NBC), 20 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.
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 McGregor
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WXDT-LDLow power | 5.4 mi | 135° SE | Good | Naples, FL |
| WZDT-LDLow power | 5.4 mi | 135° SE | Good | Naples, FL |
| WGPS-LDLow power | 9.9 mi | 142° SE | Fair | Fort Myers, FL |
| WRXY-TVFull power | 17 mi | 25° NNE | Strong | Tice, FL |
| WANA-LDLow power | 20 mi | 140° SE | Fair | Naples, FL |
| WHDN-CDClass A | 26 mi | 166° SSE | Fair | Naples, FL |
| WSNN-LDLow power | 49 mi | 323° NW | Poor | Sarasota, FL |
| W36FJ-DTranslator | 69 mi | 27° NNE | Poor | Sebring, FL |
How McGregor compares with the rest of Florida
With 15 stations at fair strength or better, McGregor ranks 620th of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 5.4 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 Cape Coral, 2.2 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in McGregor: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 27° NNE, the direction of WBBH-TV (NBC), 20 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 McGregor, FL?
ABC is on channel 26 from WZVN-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles NNE of McGregor. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in McGregor, FL?
CBS is on channel 11 from WINK-TV, broadcasting from 19 miles NNE of McGregor. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in McGregor, FL?
NBC is on channel 20 from WBBH-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles NNE of McGregor. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in McGregor, FL?
Fox is on channel 36 from WFTX-TV, broadcasting from 18 miles NNE of McGregor. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is PBS in McGregor, FL?
PBS is on channel 30 from WGCU, broadcasting from 20 miles NNE of McGregor. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in McGregor?
17 transmitters within 70 miles of McGregor; 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 McGregor?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 27°. The main network towers for McGregor sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in McGregor?
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 McGregor?
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 McGregor?
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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- Cape Coral2.2 mi
- Villas2.9 mi
- Iona4.1 mi
- Fort Myers6.2 mi
- North Fort Myers7.7 mi
- Fort Myers Beach7.8 mi
- San Carlos Park9.5 mi
- Sanibel10 mi
- Gateway10 mi
- Estero11 mi
- Fort Myers Shores15 mi
- Burnt Store Marina16 mi
- Bonita Springs17 mi
- Lehigh Acres18 mi
- Naples Park22 mi
- Pelican Bay24 mi
- Punta Gorda Isles27 mi
- Punta Gorda27 mi
- Orangetree27 mi
- Golden Gate29 mi
- Naples30 mi
- East Naples31 mi
- Port Charlotte31 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 McGregor; signal estimates ignore terrain.