TV channels & antenna towers in Zephyrhills, Florida
Zephyrhills has 39 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 25 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W36EC-D, 15 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Zephyrhills
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PBSWEDUPBS | 3.1 | 27 mi | 191° S | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| UNIWVEA-TVUnivision | 50 | 27 mi | 191° S | Good | Tampa, FL |
| TLMWRMD-CDTelemundo | 49 | 27 mi | 191° S | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| CWWTTACW | 38 | 27 mi | 190° S | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| ABCWFTS-TVABC | 28 | 27 mi | 190° S | Good | Tampa, FL |
| NBCWFLA-TVNBC | 8 | 27 mi | 190° S | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| FOXWTVTFox | 13 | 29 mi | 187° S | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| IONWXPX-TVION | 66 | 29 mi | 190° S | Good | Bradenton, FL |
| CBSWTSPCBS | 10 | 29 mi | 190° S | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| UNIWVEA-TVUnivision | 50 | 29 mi | 190° S | Good | Venice, FL |
| MeTVWMOR-TVMeTV | 32.2 | 29 mi | 190° S | Good | Lakeland, FL |
| ABCWWSBABC | 40 | 48 mi | 194° SSW | Fair | Sarasota, FL |
| TLMWTMO-CDTelemundo | 31 | 51 mi | 60° ENE | Poor | Orlando, FL |
Over-the-air TV in Zephyrhills
Zephyrhills, Florida has a population of about 14,600. There are 39 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 14 full-power, 9 Class A, 15 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 25 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 27 between 25 and 45 miles, and 9 farther out. Six of the 13 network stations in range are licensed to Tampa, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Tampa's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 28 (WFTS-TV), CBS on channel 10 (WTSP), NBC on channel 8 (WFLA-TV), Fox on channel 13 (WTVT), PBS on channel 3.1 (WEDU), CW on channel 38 (WTTA), ION on channel 66 (WXPX-TV), Telemundo on channel 49 (WRMD-CD), Univision on channel 50 (WVEA-TV) and MeTV on channel 32.2 (WMOR-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal) and Univision (good 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 Zephyrhills
Point your antenna S, at about 190°. The main network towers for Zephyrhills sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
11 network stations, WEDU, WVEA-TV, WRMD-CD, WTTA and WFTS-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 27 miles south of Zephyrhills (191° S). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 12 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Zephyrhills at fair strength or better, all arrive from the south, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Zephyrhills, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Zephyrhills
The farthest main network tower for Zephyrhills is WTSP (CBS), 29 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Zephyrhills
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 26; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W36EC-DLow power | 15 mi | 113° ESE | Fair | Lakeland, FL |
| W31EG-DLow power | 22 mi | 220° SW | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WDNP-LDLow power | 25 mi | 213° SSW | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WEDQFull power | 27 mi | 191° S | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WTOGFull power | 27 mi | 191° S | Good | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WGCT-LDLow power | 27 mi | 191° S | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WTBT-LDLow power | 27 mi | 191° S | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WCLFFull power | 27 mi | 190° S | Good | Clearwater, FL |
| W16DQ-DLow power | 29 mi | 190° S | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WSPF-CDClass A | 29 mi | 190° S | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WSVT-LDLow power | 29 mi | 190° S | Weak | Tampa, FL |
| WXAX-CDClass A | 29 mi | 190° S | Fair | Clearwater, FL |
| WTAM-LDLow power | 29 mi | 190° S | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WZRA-CDClass A | 33 mi | 273° W | Fair | Oldsmar, FL |
| WARP-CDClass A | 37 mi | 227° SW | Weak | Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL |
| WYKE-CDClass A | 43 mi | 360° N | Weak | Wildwood, FL |
| WQFT-LDLow power | 43 mi | 10° N | Poor | Ocala, FL |
| WPDS-LDLow power | 43 mi | 240° WSW | Poor | Largo, Etc., FL |
| W32FH-DLow power | 44 mi | 233° SW | Poor | St. Petersburg, FL |
| W26DP-DTranslator | 47 mi | 345° NNW | Poor | Inverness, FL |
| W05CO-DLow power | 48 mi | 194° SSW | Poor | Sarasota, FL |
| WHDO-CDClass A | 49 mi | 79° E | Poor | Orlando, FL |
| WFEF-LDLow power | 50 mi | 61° ENE | Poor | Orlando, FL |
| WKME-CDClass A | 55 mi | 94° E | Poor | Kissimmee, FL |
| WOCD-LDLow power | 62 mi | 360° N | Poor | Ocala, FL |
How Zephyrhills compares with the rest of Florida
With 25 stations at fair strength or better, Zephyrhills ranks 347th of 786 places in Florida: more than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 27 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 Wesley Chapel, 8.9 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Zephyrhills: 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 190° S, the direction of WTSP (CBS), 29 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 25 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 Zephyrhills, FL?
ABC is on channel 28 from WFTS-TV, broadcasting from 27 miles S of Zephyrhills. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Zephyrhills, FL?
CBS is on channel 10 from WTSP, broadcasting from 29 miles S of Zephyrhills. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Zephyrhills, FL?
NBC is on channel 8 from WFLA-TV, broadcasting from 27 miles S of Zephyrhills. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Zephyrhills, FL?
Fox is on channel 13 from WTVT, broadcasting from 29 miles S of Zephyrhills. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is PBS in Zephyrhills, FL?
PBS is on channel 3.1 from WEDU, broadcasting from 27 miles S of Zephyrhills. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Zephyrhills?
39 transmitters within 70 miles of Zephyrhills; around 25 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 Zephyrhills?
Point your antenna S, at about 190°. The main network towers for Zephyrhills sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Zephyrhills?
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 Zephyrhills?
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 Zephyrhills?
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
- Zephyrhills South1.4 mi
- Zephyrhills West1.5 mi
- Pasadena Hills4.1 mi
- Wesley Chapel8.9 mi
- Dade City9.1 mi
- Pebble Creek12 mi
- Kathleen12 mi
- Thonotosassa14 mi
- Plant City15 mi
- Land O' Lakes17 mi
- Winston17 mi
- Lutz18 mi
- Seffner18 mi
- Temple Terrace19 mi
- Ridge Manor19 mi
- Mango19 mi
- University19 mi
- Lakeland19 mi
- Valrico21 mi
- Combee Settlement21 mi
- Lake Magdalene21 mi
- East Lake-Orient Park21 mi
- Cheval21 mi
- Brandon21 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 Zephyrhills; signal estimates ignore terrain.