TV channels & antenna towers in Winter Beach, Florida
Winter Beach has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CW, ION and Trinity. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WMMF-LD, 2.5 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in Winter Beach
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWTVXCW | 34 | 41 mi | 177° S | Good | Fort Pierce, FL |
| ABCWPBFABC | 25 | 41 mi | 178° S | Good | Tequesta, FL |
| TBNWTCE-TVTrinity | 21 | 50 mi | 163° SSE | Good | Fort Pierce, FL |
| IONWOPX-TVION | 56 | 53 mi | 317° NW | Good | Melbourne, FL |
Over-the-air TV in Winter Beach
Winter Beach, Florida has a population of about 2,070. Our map shows 23 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 4 full-power, 5 Class A, 12 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 7 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 10 farther out. Two of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Fort Pierce, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Fort Pierce's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 25 (WPBF), CW on channel 34 (WTVX), ION on channel 56 (WOPX-TV) and Trinity on channel 21 (WTCE-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WKMG-TV in Orlando, FL, 73 miles to the northwest. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WESH in Daytona Beach, FL, 73 miles to the northwest.
Which way to point your antenna in Winter Beach
Point your antenna S, at about 178°. The main network towers for Winter Beach sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, WTVX and WPBF, transmit from the same tower site about 41 miles south of Winter Beach (177° S). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Winter Beach at fair strength or better, 75% 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 Winter Beach, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Winter Beach
The farthest main network tower for Winter Beach is WPBF (ABC), 41 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.
WMMF-LD is only 2.5 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 Winter Beach
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WMMF-LDLow power | 2.5 mi | 297° WNW | Strong | Vero Beach, FL |
| W25ER-DLow power | 6.3 mi | 206° SSW | Fair | Vero Beach, FL |
| W30EP-DLow power | 8.3 mi | 164° SSE | Good | Vero Beach, FL |
| WWCI-CDClass A | 9.8 mi | 282° WNW | Weak | Vero Beach, FL |
| W31DC-DTranslator | 12 mi | 165° SSE | Good | Fort Pierce, FL |
| WDOX-LDLow power | 18 mi | 189° S | Fair | Palm Beach, FL |
| W15EO-DLow power | 24 mi | 174° S | Fair | Sebastian, FL |
| WSCF-LDLow power | 28 mi | 326° NW | Fair | Melbourne, FL |
| WMVJ-CDClass A | 28 mi | 326° NW | Fair | Melbourne, FL |
| W19EM-DLow power | 34 mi | 329° NNW | Poor | Melbourne, FL |
| WSLF-LDLow power | 41 mi | 178° S | Poor | Port St. Lucie, FL |
| WWHB-CDClass A | 50 mi | 163° SSE | Poor | Stuart, FL |
| WTCN-CDClass A | 50 mi | 163° SSE | Poor | Palm Beach, FL |
| W11DH-DLow power | 50 mi | 163° SSE | Poor | Wabasso, FL |
| WXOD-LDLow power | 50 mi | 163° SSE | Poor | Palm Beach, FL |
| WKME-CDClass A | 61 mi | 301° WNW | Poor | Kissimmee, FL |
| W36FJ-DTranslator | 63 mi | 253° WSW | Poor | Sebring, FL |
| WBWP-LDLow power | 67 mi | 161° SSE | Poor | West Palm Beach, FL |
| W05DH-DLow power | 69 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Jupiter, FL |
How Winter Beach compares with the rest of Florida
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Winter Beach ranks 719th of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 41 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 Vero Beach South, 7.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Winter Beach: 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 178° S, the direction of WPBF (ABC), 41 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 Winter Beach, FL?
ABC is on channel 25 from WPBF, broadcasting from 41 miles S of Winter Beach. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Winter Beach, FL?
CW is on channel 34 from WTVX, broadcasting from 41 miles S of Winter Beach. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Winter Beach?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Winter Beach; 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 Winter Beach?
Point your antenna S, at about 178°. The main network towers for Winter Beach sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Winter Beach?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Winter Beach?
WMMF-LD is only 2.5 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 Winter Beach?
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
- Gifford3.1 mi
- Vero Beach5.7 mi
- West Vero Corridor6.9 mi
- Vero Beach South7.1 mi
- Sebastian7.4 mi
- Florida Ridge9.8 mi
- Fellsmere12 mi
- Micco12 mi
- Lakewood Park12 mi
- Fort Pierce North17 mi
- Fort Pierce20 mi
- Fort Pierce South22 mi
- Palm Bay24 mi
- Indian River Estates25 mi
- Melbourne28 mi
- West Melbourne28 mi
- River Park28 mi
- Port Saint Lucie30 mi
- Indian Harbour Beach31 mi
- Hutchinson Island South31 mi
- Satellite Beach33 mi
- Jensen Beach34 mi
- South Patrick Shores35 mi
- Stuart37 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 Winter Beach; signal estimates ignore terrain.