TV channels & antenna towers in Sneads, Florida
Sneads has 43 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WFSU-TV (PBS), 31 miles to the SE.
Network channels in Sneads
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PBSWFSU-TVPBS | 11 | 31 mi | 142° SE | Good | Tallahassee, FL |
| CWWMBBCW | 13.2 | 37 mi | 229° SW | Fair | Panama City, FL |
| NBCWJHG-TVNBC | 7 | 37 mi | 229° SW | Good | Panama City, FL |
| CBSWECP-LDCBS | 21 | 37 mi | 229° SW | Weak | Panama City, FL |
| FOXWPGXFox | 28 | 42 mi | 239° WSW | Fair | Panama City, FL |
| ABCWDHNABC | 18 | 43 mi | 328° NNW | Good | Dothan, AL |
| IONWNXG-LDION | 38.4 | 44 mi | 102° ESE | Poor | Tallahassee, FL |
| CWWTVYCW | 4.3 | 51 mi | 287° WNW | Good | Dothan, AL |
| CWWRGX-LDCW | 23.2 | 51 mi | 287° WNW | Poor | Dothan, AL |
| FOXWDFX-TVFox | 34 | 53 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Ozark, AL |
| CWWTLHCW | 49.2 | 57 mi | 92° E | Good | Bainbridge, GA |
| FOXWTWC-TVFox | 40.2 | 57 mi | 92° E | Good | Tallahassee, FL |
| CWWTLFCW | 24 | 57 mi | 92° E | Good | Tallahassee, FL |
| ABCWTXL-TVABC | 27 | 57 mi | 92° E | Good | Tallahassee, FL |
| CBSWCTVCBS | 6 | 59 mi | 92° E | Good | Thomasville, GA |
| PBSWFSGPBS | 56 | 64 mi | 249° WSW | Poor | Panama City, FL |
Over-the-air TV in Sneads
With roughly 1,780 residents, Sneads is a small community in Florida. Our map shows 43 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 16 full-power, 2 Class A and 25 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 19 between 25 and 45 miles, and 24 farther out. Five of the 16 network stations in range are licensed to Tallahassee, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Tallahassee's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 18 (WDHN), CBS on channel 6 (WCTV), NBC on channel 7 (WJHG-TV), Fox on channel 40.2 (WTWC-TV), PBS on channel 11 (WFSU-TV), CW on channel 4.3 (WTVY) and ION on channel 38.4 (WNXG-LD). 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 Sneads
The main network towers around Sneads are in different directions: ABC 328° NNW (43 mi), NBC 229° SW (37 mi) and PBS 142° SE (31 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WMBB and WJHG-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 37 miles southwest of Sneads (229° SW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 11 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Sneads at fair strength or better, 45% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across four other directions.
WDHN (ABC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Sneads. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Sneads
The farthest main network tower for Sneads is WDHN (ABC), 43 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WCTV (CBS), 59 miles east and WTWC-TV (Fox), 57 miles east, 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 Sneads
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 27; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WBIFFull power | 35 mi | 237° WSW | Fair | Marianna, FL |
| W34FF-DLow power | 35 mi | 237° WSW | Weak | Panama City, FL |
| W17EM-DLow power | 35 mi | 237° WSW | Poor | Panama City, FL |
| W25FK-DLow power | 37 mi | 229° SW | Weak | Panama City, FL |
| W14EU-DLow power | 41 mi | 111° ESE | Poor | Tallahassee, FL |
| WXTL-LDLow power | 41 mi | 111° ESE | Poor | Tallahassee, FL |
| WVUP-CDClass A | 44 mi | 102° ESE | Poor | Tallahassee, FL |
| W04DX-DLow power | 44 mi | 102° ESE | Poor | Tallahassee, FL |
| W03CA-DLow power | 44 mi | 102° ESE | Poor | Tallahassee, FL |
| W08EQ-DLow power | 44 mi | 102° ESE | Poor | Tallahassee, FL |
| W15EQ-DLow power | 44 mi | 102° ESE | Poor | Tallahassee, FL |
| WEWA-LDLow power | 44 mi | 203° SSW | Poor | Wewahitchka, FL |
| W29FJ-DLow power | 45 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Dothan, AL |
| W03BW-DLow power | 45 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Midland City, AL |
| WGEI-LDLow power | 45 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Enterprise, AL |
| WJJN-LDLow power | 46 mi | 324° NW | Poor | Dothan, AL |
| W29FO-DLow power | 57 mi | 92° E | Poor | Tallahassee, FL |
| WABW-TVFull power | 57 mi | 59° ENE | Weak | Pelham, GA |
| W35DH-DLow power | 59 mi | 92° E | Poor | Greenville, FL |
| W24EY-DLow power | 62 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Panama City, FL |
| WIDM-LDLow power | 62 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Panama City, FL |
| W29FN-DLow power | 62 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Panama City, FL |
| W20DX-DLow power | 62 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Panama City, FL |
| W27EO-DLow power | 62 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Panama City, FL |
| WPFN-CDClass A | 63 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Panama City, FL |
How Sneads compares with the rest of Florida
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Sneads ranks 719th of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 31 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 Tallahassee, 43 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Sneads: 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 328° NNW, the direction of WDHN (ABC), 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 12 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 Sneads, FL?
ABC is on channel 18 from WDHN, broadcasting from 43 miles NNW of Sneads. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Sneads, FL?
CBS is on channel 6 from WCTV, broadcasting from 59 miles E of Sneads. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Sneads, FL?
NBC is on channel 7 from WJHG-TV, broadcasting from 37 miles SW of Sneads. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Sneads, FL?
Fox is on channel 40.2 from WTWC-TV, broadcasting from 57 miles E of Sneads. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is PBS in Sneads, FL?
PBS is on channel 11 from WFSU-TV, broadcasting from 31 miles SE of Sneads. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Sneads?
43 transmitters within 70 miles of Sneads; around 12 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 Sneads?
The main network towers around Sneads are in different directions: ABC 328° NNW (43 mi), NBC 229° SW (37 mi) and PBS 142° SE (31 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Sneads?
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 186° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help. Picking up CBS and Fox from up to 59 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Sneads?
WCTV (CBS), 59 miles east and WTWC-TV (Fox), 57 miles east, 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 Sneads?
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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- Bristol19 mi
- Blountstown20 mi
- Quincy22 mi
- Malone22 mi
- Havana31 mi
- Midway32 mi
- Chipley37 mi
- Youngstown39 mi
- Graceville39 mi
- Tallahassee43 mi
- Wewahitchka44 mi
- Crawfordville49 mi
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- Dothan, AL45 mi
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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 Sneads; signal estimates ignore terrain.