TV channels & antenna towers in Sewall's Point, Florida
Sewall's Point has 25 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 19 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WTCE-TV (Trinity), 12 miles to the S.
Network channels in Sewall's Point
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBNWTCE-TVTrinity | 21 | 12 mi | 173° S | Strong | Fort Pierce, FL |
| CWWTVXCW | 34 | 13 mi | 245° WSW | Strong | Fort Pierce, FL |
| ABCWPBFABC | 25 | 13 mi | 246° WSW | Strong | Tequesta, FL |
| IONWPXP-TVION | 67 | 42 mi | 181° S | Good | Lake Worth, FL |
| NBCWPTV-TVNBC | 5 | 42 mi | 181° S | Fair | West Palm Beach, FL |
| CBSWPECCBS | 12 | 42 mi | 180° S | Fair | West Palm Beach, FL |
| FOXWFLXFox | 29 | 43 mi | 183° S | Good | West Palm Beach, FL |
Over-the-air TV in Sewall's Point
Sewall's Point is a small community of about 2,150 people in Florida. There are 25 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 9 full-power, 4 Class A, 11 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 19 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
10 of them are within 25 miles of Sewall's Point, 13 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 2 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to West Palm Beach, so most of the network channels you will find here come from West Palm Beach's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 25 (WPBF), CBS on channel 12 (WPEC), NBC on channel 5 (WPTV-TV), Fox on channel 29 (WFLX), CW on channel 34 (WTVX), ION on channel 67 (WPXP-TV) and Trinity on channel 21 (WTCE-TV). 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 Sewall's Point
The main network towers around Sewall's Point are in different directions: ABC 246° WSW (13 mi), CBS 180° S (42 mi), NBC 181° S (42 mi) and Fox 183° S (43 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, WPXP-TV, WPTV-TV, WPEC and WFLX, transmit from the same tower site about 42 miles south of Sewall's Point (181° S). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Sewall's Point at fair strength or better, 71% 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 Sewall's Point, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Sewall's Point
The farthest main network tower for Sewall's Point is WFLX (Fox), 43 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WTCE-TV is only 12 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Sewall's Point
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WWHB-CDClass A | 12 mi | 173° S | Good | Stuart, FL |
| WTCN-CDClass A | 12 mi | 173° S | Good | Palm Beach, FL |
| W11DH-DLow power | 12 mi | 173° S | Fair | Wabasso, FL |
| WXOD-LDLow power | 12 mi | 173° S | Fair | Palm Beach, FL |
| WSLF-LDLow power | 13 mi | 246° WSW | Fair | Port St. Lucie, FL |
| W15EO-DLow power | 17 mi | 318° NW | Fair | Sebastian, FL |
| WDOX-LDLow power | 24 mi | 319° NW | Fair | Palm Beach, FL |
| W31DC-DTranslator | 26 mi | 337° NNW | Fair | Fort Pierce, FL |
| WBWP-LDLow power | 29 mi | 164° SSE | Fair | West Palm Beach, FL |
| W30EP-DLow power | 30 mi | 338° NNW | Fair | Vero Beach, FL |
| W05DH-DLow power | 31 mi | 166° SSE | Weak | Jupiter, FL |
| W25ER-DLow power | 34 mi | 332° NNW | Poor | Vero Beach, FL |
| WMMF-LDLow power | 40 mi | 337° NNW | Poor | Vero Beach, FL |
| WFGCFull power | 42 mi | 181° S | Fair | Palm Beach, FL |
| WHDTFull power | 43 mi | 183° S | Good | Stuart, FL |
| WWCI-CDClass A | 44 mi | 329° NNW | Poor | Vero Beach, FL |
| WSCF-LDLow power | 65 mi | 334° NNW | Poor | Melbourne, FL |
| WMVJ-CDClass A | 65 mi | 334° NNW | Poor | Melbourne, FL |
How Sewall's Point compares with the rest of Florida
With 19 stations at fair strength or better, Sewall's Point ranks 514th of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 12 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 Palm City, 4.5 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Sewall's Point: 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 183° S, the direction of WFLX (Fox), 43 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 19 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 Sewall's Point, FL?
ABC is on channel 25 from WPBF, broadcasting from 13 miles WSW of Sewall's Point. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Sewall's Point, FL?
CBS is on channel 12 from WPEC, broadcasting from 42 miles S of Sewall's Point. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Sewall's Point, FL?
NBC is on channel 5 from WPTV-TV, broadcasting from 42 miles S of Sewall's Point. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Sewall's Point, FL?
Fox is on channel 29 from WFLX, broadcasting from 43 miles S of Sewall's Point. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Sewall's Point, FL?
CW is on channel 34 from WTVX, broadcasting from 13 miles WSW of Sewall's Point. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Sewall's Point?
25 transmitters within 70 miles of Sewall's Point; around 19 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 Sewall's Point?
The main network towers around Sewall's Point are in different directions: ABC 246° WSW (13 mi), CBS 180° S (42 mi), NBC 181° S (42 mi) and Fox 183° S (43 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Sewall's Point?
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. The towers are spread over about 65° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Sewall's Point?
WTCE-TV is only 12 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Sewall's Point?
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
- Stuart3.1 mi
- Port Salerno3.8 mi
- Jensen Beach4.2 mi
- Palm City4.5 mi
- Hutchinson Island South7.0 mi
- Hobe Sound10 mi
- Port Saint Lucie11 mi
- River Park12 mi
- Indian River Estates13 mi
- Tequesta17 mi
- Fort Pierce South17 mi
- Fort Pierce19 mi
- Jupiter19 mi
- Indiantown21 mi
- Fort Pierce North21 mi
- Palm Beach Gardens26 mi
- Lakewood Park27 mi
- North Palm Beach27 mi
- The Acreage28 mi
- Florida Ridge29 mi
- Lake Park29 mi
- Riviera Beach31 mi
- Vero Beach South32 mi
- Vero Beach33 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 Sewall's Point; signal estimates ignore terrain.