TV channels & antenna towers in Cleveland, Georgia
Cleveland has 63 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), 22 miles to the E.
Network channels in Cleveland
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVWGTAMeTV | 32.1 | 22 mi | 88° E | Good | Toccoa, GA |
| TLMWKTB-CDTelemundo | 47 | 53 mi | 208° SSW | Poor | Norcross, GA |
| IONWPXA-TVION | 14 | 54 mi | 249° WSW | Good | Rome, GA |
| CBSWUPACBS | 69 | 64 mi | 211° SSW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| UNIWUVG-DTUnivision | 34 | 64 mi | 211° SSW | Fair | Athens, GA |
| CWWPCH-TVCW | 17 | 64 mi | 211° SSW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| FOXWAGA-TVFox | 5 | 64 mi | 211° SSW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| NBCWXIA-TVNBC | 11 | 67 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Atlanta, GA |
| ABCWSB-TVABC | 2 | 67 mi | 211° SSW | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| TBNWHSG-TVTrinity | 63 | 68 mi | 210° SSW | Weak | Monroe, GA |
Over-the-air TV in Cleveland
With roughly 3,770 residents, Cleveland is a town in Georgia. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 63 licensed TV transmitters: 15 full-power, 6 Class A, 18 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 3 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 12 between 25 and 45 miles, and 48 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 best-placed network stations 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), 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 Cleveland
Point your antenna SSW, at about 211°. The main network towers for Cleveland 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 64 miles southwest of Cleveland (211° SSW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Cleveland at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across two other directions.
WSB-TV (ABC), WUPA (CBS), WXIA-TV (NBC) and WAGA-TV (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Cleveland. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Cleveland
The farthest main network tower for Cleveland is WSB-TV (ABC), 67 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.
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 Cleveland
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 53; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W28EW-DTranslator | 23 mi | 88° E | Fair | Toccoa, GA |
| W25FP-DTranslator | 25 mi | 4° N | Fair | Young Harris, GA |
| W29DE-DTranslator | 28 mi | 349° N | Weak | Hayesville, NC |
| WGGD-LDLow power | 34 mi | 197° SSW | Weak | Gainesville, GA |
| WCTD-LDLow power | 35 mi | 273° W | Weak | Cartersville, GA |
| W31AN-DTranslator | 37 mi | 337° NNW | Weak | Murphy, NC |
| WVND-LDLow power | 38 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Suwanee, GA |
| W11AJ-DTranslator | 41 mi | 15° NNE | Poor | Franklin, NC |
| W06AJ-DTranslator | 41 mi | 14° NNE | Poor | Franklin, Etc., NC |
| W19DB-DTranslator | 41 mi | 14° NNE | Poor | Franklin, NC |
| W09AG-DTranslator | 41 mi | 15° NNE | Poor | Franklin, NC |
| W15CW-DTranslator | 41 mi | 15° NNE | Poor | Franklin, NC |
| W35CK-DTranslator | 43 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Highlands, NC |
| WZVC-LDLow power | 43 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Athens, GA |
| W29DN-DLow power | 45 mi | 155° SSE | Poor | Athens, GA |
| W26EM-DLow power | 45 mi | 155° SSE | Poor | Athens, GA |
| W20EK-DTranslator | 46 mi | 358° N | Poor | Andrews, Etc, NC |
| W14EG-DTranslator | 46 mi | 358° N | Poor | Robbinsville, Etc, NC |
| W33EU-DLow power | 46 mi | 154° SSE | Poor | Athens, GA |
| WSKC-CDClass A | 48 mi | 208° SSW | Poor | Atlanta, GA |
| W32FE-DTranslator | 51 mi | 112° ESE | Poor | Hartwell & Royston, GA |
| WATC-DTFull power | 54 mi | 227° SW | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WNGH-TVFull power | 55 mi | 281° WNW | Weak | Chatsworth, GA |
| W23EZ-DTranslator | 56 mi | 26° NNE | Poor | Sylva, NC |
| W31DH-DTranslator | 56 mi | 25° NNE | Poor | Franklin, Etc, NC |
How Cleveland compares with the rest of Georgia
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Cleveland ranks 274th of 386 places in Georgia: fewer than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 22 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 Cleveland: 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 211° SSW, the direction of WSB-TV (ABC), 67 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 Cleveland, GA?
ABC is on channel 2 from WSB-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles SSW of Cleveland. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in Cleveland, GA?
CBS is on channel 69 from WUPA, broadcasting from 64 miles SSW of Cleveland. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Cleveland, GA?
NBC is on channel 11 from WXIA-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles SSW of Cleveland. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Fox in Cleveland, GA?
Fox is on channel 5 from WAGA-TV, broadcasting from 64 miles SSW of Cleveland. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Cleveland, GA?
CW is on channel 17 from WPCH-TV, broadcasting from 64 miles SSW of Cleveland. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Cleveland?
63 transmitters within 70 miles of Cleveland; 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 Cleveland?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 211°. The main network towers for Cleveland sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Cleveland?
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 Cleveland?
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 Cleveland?
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
- Dahlonega13 mi
- Cornelia15 mi
- Lula15 mi
- Gainesville21 mi
- Dawsonville24 mi
- Young Harris24 mi
- Toccoa25 mi
- Clayton28 mi
- Flowery Branch30 mi
- Commerce32 mi
- Braselton34 mi
- Cumming34 mi
- Jefferson35 mi
- Buford36 mi
- Blue Ridge37 mi
- Sugar Hill37 mi
- Jasper39 mi
- Lavonia39 mi
- Ball Ground39 mi
- Auburn40 mi
- Ellijay41 mi
- Suwanee42 mi
- Winder42 mi
Nearby cities in other states
More: all TV stations in Georgia · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Cleveland; signal estimates ignore terrain.