TV channels & antenna towers in Baldwin, Georgia
Baldwin has 66 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WGTA (MeTV), 13 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Baldwin
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVWGTAMeTV | 32.1 | 13 mi | 49° NE | Strong | Toccoa, GA |
| TLMWKTB-CDTelemundo | 47 | 55 mi | 224° SW | Poor | Norcross, GA |
| IONWPXA-TVION | 14 | 65 mi | 259° W | Good | Rome, GA |
| CBSWUPACBS | 69 | 66 mi | 224° SW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| UNIWUVG-DTUnivision | 34 | 66 mi | 224° SW | Fair | Athens, GA |
| CWWPCH-TVCW | 17 | 66 mi | 224° SW | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| FOXWAGA-TVFox | 5 | 66 mi | 224° SW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| NBCWYFFNBC | 4 | 68 mi | 51° NE | Good | Greenville, SC |
| FOXWHNSFox | 21 | 68 mi | 45° NE | Fair | Greenville, SC |
| NBCWXIA-TVNBC | 11 | 68 mi | 222° SW | Poor | Atlanta, GA |
| ABCWSB-TVABC | 2 | 69 mi | 223° SW | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| TBNWHSG-TVTrinity | 63 | 70 mi | 223° SW | Weak | Monroe, GA |
Over-the-air TV in Baldwin
Baldwin, Georgia has a population of about 3,290. There are 66 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 17 full-power, 5 Class A, 20 low-power and 24 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Baldwin, 10 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 54 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Atlanta, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Atlanta's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 2 (WSB-TV), CBS on channel 69 (WUPA), NBC on channel 4 (WYFF), Fox on channel 21 (WHNS), CW on channel 17 (WPCH-TV), ION on channel 14 (WPXA-TV), Telemundo on channel 47 (WKTB-CD), Univision on channel 34 (WUVG-DT), MeTV on channel 32.1 (WGTA) and Trinity on channel 63 (WHSG-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal) and Univision (fair 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 Baldwin
The main network towers around Baldwin are in different directions: ABC 223° SW (69 mi), CBS 224° SW (66 mi), NBC 51° NE (68 mi) and Fox 45° NE (68 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, WUPA, WUVG-DT, WPCH-TV and WAGA-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 66 miles southwest of Baldwin (224° SW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Baldwin at fair strength or better, 43% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.
WSB-TV (ABC) and WUPA (CBS) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Baldwin. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Baldwin
The farthest main network tower for Baldwin is WSB-TV (ABC), 69 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
WGTA 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 Baldwin
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 54; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W28EW-DTranslator | 13 mi | 51° NE | Good | Toccoa, GA |
| WZVC-LDLow power | 31 mi | 156° SSE | Fair | Athens, GA |
| WGGD-LDLow power | 34 mi | 222° SW | Weak | Gainesville, GA |
| W25FP-DTranslator | 34 mi | 341° NNW | Weak | Young Harris, GA |
| W29DN-DLow power | 35 mi | 170° S | Poor | Athens, GA |
| W26EM-DLow power | 35 mi | 170° S | Poor | Athens, GA |
| W33EU-DLow power | 35 mi | 169° SSE | Weak | Athens, GA |
| W32FE-DTranslator | 36 mi | 110° ESE | Weak | Hartwell & Royston, GA |
| W29DE-DTranslator | 40 mi | 333° NNW | Poor | Hayesville, NC |
| WVND-LDLow power | 40 mi | 227° SW | Poor | Suwanee, GA |
| W35CK-DTranslator | 42 mi | 26° NNE | Poor | Highlands, NC |
| W11AJ-DTranslator | 47 mi | 357° N | Poor | Franklin, NC |
| W06AJ-DTranslator | 47 mi | 357° N | Poor | Franklin, Etc., NC |
| W09AG-DTranslator | 47 mi | 357° N | Poor | Franklin, NC |
| W15CW-DTranslator | 47 mi | 357° N | Poor | Franklin, NC |
| W19DB-DTranslator | 47 mi | 357° N | Poor | Franklin, NC |
| WCTD-LDLow power | 49 mi | 281° W | Poor | Cartersville, GA |
| W31AN-DTranslator | 49 mi | 327° NNW | Poor | Murphy, NC |
| WSKC-CDClass A | 50 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Atlanta, GA |
| W20EK-DTranslator | 55 mi | 345° NNW | Poor | Andrews, Etc, NC |
| W14EG-DTranslator | 55 mi | 345° NNW | Poor | Robbinsville, Etc, NC |
| WGTVFull power | 59 mi | 216° SW | Weak | Athens, GA |
| W23EZ-DTranslator | 59 mi | 11° N | Poor | Sylva, NC |
| W31DH-DTranslator | 59 mi | 11° N | Poor | Franklin, Etc, NC |
| WATC-DTFull power | 60 mi | 241° WSW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
How Baldwin compares with the rest of Georgia
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Baldwin ranks 274th of 386 places in Georgia: fewer than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 13 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
34% of Georgia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Gainesville, 21 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Baldwin: 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 223° SW, the direction of WSB-TV (ABC), 69 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 11 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 Baldwin, GA?
ABC is on channel 2 from WSB-TV, broadcasting from 69 miles SW of Baldwin. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in Baldwin, GA?
CBS is on channel 69 from WUPA, broadcasting from 66 miles SW of Baldwin. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Baldwin, GA?
NBC is on channel 4 from WYFF, broadcasting from 68 miles NE of Baldwin. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Baldwin, GA?
Fox is on channel 21 from WHNS, broadcasting from 68 miles NE of Baldwin. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Baldwin, GA?
CW is on channel 17 from WPCH-TV, broadcasting from 66 miles SW of Baldwin. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Baldwin?
66 transmitters within 70 miles of Baldwin; around 11 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 Baldwin?
The main network towers around Baldwin are in different directions: ABC 223° SW (69 mi), CBS 224° SW (66 mi), NBC 51° NE (68 mi) and Fox 45° NE (68 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Baldwin?
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. The towers are spread over about 179° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Baldwin?
WGTA 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 Baldwin?
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 Georgia cities
- Cornelia1.5 mi
- Lula10 mi
- Toccoa13 mi
- Cleveland15 mi
- Commerce20 mi
- Gainesville21 mi
- Lavonia25 mi
- Dahlonega26 mi
- Jefferson26 mi
- Clayton28 mi
- Royston28 mi
- Braselton29 mi
- Flowery Branch31 mi
- Dawsonville33 mi
- Young Harris35 mi
- Country Club Estates35 mi
- Hartwell36 mi
- Winder36 mi
- Auburn37 mi
- Buford37 mi
- Comer38 mi
- Athens38 mi
- Sugar Hill39 mi
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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 Baldwin; signal estimates ignore terrain.