TV channels & antenna towers in Acworth, Georgia
Acworth has 38 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 23 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WATC-DT, 13 miles to the E.
Network channels in Acworth
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWPXA-TVION | 14 | 17 mi | 6° N | Strong | Rome, GA |
| CBSWUPACBS | 69 | 26 mi | 133° SE | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| UNIWUVG-DTUnivision | 34 | 26 mi | 133° SE | Good | Athens, GA |
| CWWPCH-TVCW | 17 | 26 mi | 133° SE | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| FOXWAGA-TVFox | 5 | 27 mi | 133° SE | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| ABCWSB-TVABC | 2 | 28 mi | 139° SE | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| TBNWHSG-TVTrinity | 63 | 29 mi | 141° SE | Good | Monroe, GA |
| TLMWKTB-CDTelemundo | 47 | 29 mi | 111° ESE | Fair | Norcross, GA |
| NBCWXIA-TVNBC | 11 | 29 mi | 137° SE | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| TBNWELF-TVTrinity | 23 | 67 mi | 321° NW | Fair | Dalton, GA |
Over-the-air TV in Acworth
With roughly 22,100 residents, Acworth is a town in Georgia. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 38 licensed TV transmitters: 15 full-power, 6 Class A, 16 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 23 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 12 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 31 between 25 and 45 miles, and 4 farther out. Five of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Atlanta, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Atlanta's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 2 (WSB-TV), CBS on channel 69 (WUPA), NBC on channel 11 (WXIA-TV), Fox on channel 5 (WAGA-TV), CW on channel 17 (WPCH-TV), ION on channel 14 (WPXA-TV), Telemundo on channel 47 (WKTB-CD), Univision on channel 34 (WUVG-DT) and Trinity on channel 63 (WHSG-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal) and Univision (good signal). 6 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 Acworth
Point your antenna SE, at about 135°. The main network towers for Acworth sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WUPA, WUVG-DT, WPCH-TV and WAGA-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 26 miles southeast of Acworth (133° SE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Acworth at fair strength or better, 70% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across three other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Acworth, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Acworth
The farthest main network tower for Acworth is WXIA-TV (NBC), 29 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
WATC-DT is only 13 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 Acworth
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 28; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WATC-DTFull power | 13 mi | 90° E | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| WKSY-LDLow power | 21 mi | 288° WNW | Fair | Rome, GA |
| WATLFull power | 26 mi | 133° SE | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| W13DQ-DLow power | 26 mi | 133° SE | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WANFFull power | 26 mi | 133° SE | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WBUD-LDLow power | 26 mi | 133° SE | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WDWW-LDLow power | 26 mi | 133° SE | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WANN-CDClass A | 26 mi | 133° SE | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WLVO-LDLow power | 26 mi | 133° SE | Fair | Cumming, GA |
| WDTA-LDLow power | 29 mi | 141° SE | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WTBS-LDLow power | 29 mi | 141° SE | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WIRE-CDClass A | 29 mi | 141° SE | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WUVM-LDLow power | 29 mi | 141° SE | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WYGA-CDClass A | 29 mi | 141° SE | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WIGL-LDLow power | 29 mi | 141° SE | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WEQT-LDLow power | 29 mi | 141° SE | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WUEO-LDLow power | 29 mi | 141° SE | Weak | Macon, GA |
| WDNV-LDLow power | 29 mi | 141° SE | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WPBAFull power | 29 mi | 137° SE | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WSKC-CDClass A | 31 mi | 101° ESE | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WGTVFull power | 36 mi | 120° ESE | Fair | Athens, GA |
| WVND-LDLow power | 36 mi | 86° E | Poor | Suwanee, GA |
| W23EV-DTranslator | 40 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Carrollton, GA |
| WCTD-LDLow power | 42 mi | 24° NNE | Poor | Cartersville, GA |
| WGGD-LDLow power | 43 mi | 84° E | Poor | Gainesville, GA |
How Acworth compares with the rest of Georgia
With 23 stations at fair strength or better, Acworth ranks 72nd of 386 places in Georgia: more than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 17 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
37% of Georgia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Marietta, 11 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Acworth: 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 137° SE, the direction of WXIA-TV (NBC), 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 23 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 Acworth, GA?
ABC is on channel 2 from WSB-TV, broadcasting from 28 miles SE of Acworth. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Acworth, GA?
CBS is on channel 69 from WUPA, broadcasting from 26 miles SE of Acworth. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Acworth, GA?
NBC is on channel 11 from WXIA-TV, broadcasting from 29 miles SE of Acworth. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Acworth, GA?
Fox is on channel 5 from WAGA-TV, broadcasting from 27 miles SE of Acworth. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Acworth, GA?
CW is on channel 17 from WPCH-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles SE of Acworth. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Acworth?
38 transmitters within 70 miles of Acworth; around 23 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 Acworth?
Point your antenna SE, at about 135°. The main network towers for Acworth sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Acworth?
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 Acworth?
WATC-DT is only 13 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 Acworth?
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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More: all TV stations in Georgia · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Acworth; signal estimates ignore terrain.