TV channels & antenna towers in Tavernier, Florida
Tavernier has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS, CW and ION. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WKWT-LD, 10 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Tavernier
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWPXM-TVION | 35 | 68 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Miami, FL |
| CWWBFS-TVCW | 33 | 69 mi | 15° NNE | Weak | Miami, FL |
| CBSWFOR-TVCBS | 4 | 69 mi | 15° NNE | Weak | Miami, FL |
| UNIWLTV-DTUnivision | 23 | 69 mi | 15° NNE | Weak | Miami, FL |
| ABCWDFL-LDABC | 18 | 69 mi | 15° NNE | Poor | Miami, FL |
| NBCWTVJNBC | 6 | 69 mi | 15° NNE | Weak | Miami, FL |
| MeTVWPLGMeTV | 10.2 | 69 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Miami, FL |
| ABCWSVNABC | 7.2 | 69 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Miami, FL |
| PBSWLRN-TVPBS | 17 | 70 mi | 17° NNE | Weak | Miami, FL |
Over-the-air TV in Tavernier
Tavernier, Florida has a population of about 2,140. There are 27 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 11 full-power, 2 Class A, 12 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 23 farther out. Nine of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Miami, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Miami's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 7.2 (WSVN), CBS on channel 4 (WFOR-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WTVJ), PBS on channel 17 (WLRN-TV), CW on channel 33 (WBFS-TV), ION on channel 35 (WPXM-TV), Univision on channel 23 (WLTV-DT) and MeTV on channel 10.2 (WPLG). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WFLX in West Palm Beach, FL, 109 miles to the north. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (weak signal). 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 Tavernier
Point your antenna NNE, at about 16°. The main network towers for Tavernier sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Eight network stations, WPXM-TV, WBFS-TV, WFOR-TV, WLTV-DT and WTVJ and others, transmit from the same tower site about 68 miles north of Tavernier (16° NNE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
WSVN (ABC), WFOR-TV (CBS), WTVJ (NBC) and WLRN-TV (PBS) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Tavernier. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Tavernier
The farthest main network tower for Tavernier is WLRN-TV (PBS), 70 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Tavernier
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WKWT-LDLow power | 10 mi | 40° NE | Fair | Key Largo, FL |
| W29CW-DLow power | 32 mi | 238° WSW | Poor | Duck Key, FL |
| W16CA-DTranslator | 37 mi | 5° N | Weak | Homestead, FL |
| WJAN-CDClass A | 37 mi | 5° N | Weak | Miami, FL |
| W03BU-DLow power | 55 mi | 10° N | Poor | Miami, FL |
| WMDF-LDLow power | 56 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Miami, FL |
| WGEN-LDTranslator | 56 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Miami, FL |
| WLMF-LDLow power | 61 mi | 8° N | Poor | Miami, FL |
| WFUN-LDLow power | 61 mi | 8° N | Poor | Miami, FL |
| WYMI-LDLow power | 67 mi | 250° WSW | Poor | Summerland Key, FL |
| WURH-LDLow power | 68 mi | 16° NNE | Weak | Miami, FL |
| WPBTFull power | 68 mi | 16° NNE | Weak | Miami, FL |
| WXEL-TVFull power | 68 mi | 16° NNE | Weak | Boynton Beach, FL |
| WGZT-LDLow power | 69 mi | 249° WSW | Poor | Key West, FL |
| WSFL-TVFull power | 69 mi | 15° NNE | Weak | Miami, FL |
| WBEH-CDClass A | 69 mi | 15° NNE | Poor | Miami, FL |
| WEYS-LDLow power | 69 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Miami, FL |
| WDGT-LDLow power | 69 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Miami, FL |
How Tavernier compares with the rest of Florida
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Tavernier ranks 784th of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 68 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.
17% of Florida's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Homestead, 32 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Tavernier: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 17° NNE, the direction of WLRN-TV (PBS), 70 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 1 station, 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 Tavernier, FL?
ABC is on channel 7.2 from WSVN, broadcasting from 69 miles NNE of Tavernier. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CBS in Tavernier, FL?
CBS is on channel 4 from WFOR-TV, broadcasting from 69 miles NNE of Tavernier. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is NBC in Tavernier, FL?
NBC is on channel 6 from WTVJ, broadcasting from 69 miles NNE of Tavernier. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is PBS in Tavernier, FL?
PBS is on channel 17 from WLRN-TV, broadcasting from 70 miles NNE of Tavernier. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Tavernier, FL?
CW is on channel 33 from WBFS-TV, broadcasting from 69 miles NNE of Tavernier. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Tavernier?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Tavernier; around 1 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Tavernier?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 16°. The main network towers for Tavernier sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Tavernier?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Tavernier?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Tavernier?
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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- Islamorada9.3 mi
- North Key Largo21 mi
- Florida City30 mi
- Homestead32 mi
- Leisure City34 mi
- Naranja35 mi
- Princeton37 mi
- Goulds39 mi
- Lakes by the Bay41 mi
- Cutler Bay41 mi
- Cutler Ridge41 mi
- South Miami Heights41 mi
- Marathon42 mi
- Richmond West42 mi
- West Perrine42 mi
- East Perrine43 mi
- Palmetto Estates43 mi
- Country Walk43 mi
- Cutler44 mi
- Richmond Heights44 mi
- Palmetto Bay44 mi
- Three Lakes44 mi
- The Hammocks46 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 Tavernier; signal estimates ignore terrain.