TV channels & antenna towers in Druid Hills, Georgia
Druid Hills has 45 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 29 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WAGA-TV (Fox), 1.2 miles to the N.
Network channels in Druid Hills
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWAGA-TVFox | 5 | 1.2 mi | 6° N | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| NBCWXIA-TVNBC | 11 | 1.7 mi | 172° S | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| ABCWSB-TVABC | 2 | 1.8 mi | 233° SW | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| CBSWUPACBS | 69 | 1.9 mi | 354° N | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| UNIWUVG-DTUnivision | 34 | 1.9 mi | 354° N | Strong | Athens, GA |
| CWWPCH-TVCW | 17 | 1.9 mi | 354° N | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| TBNWHSG-TVTrinity | 63 | 2.8 mi | 209° SSW | Strong | Monroe, GA |
| TLMWKTB-CDTelemundo | 47 | 12 mi | 39° NE | Good | Norcross, GA |
| IONWPXA-TVION | 14 | 41 mi | 334° NNW | Good | Rome, GA |
Over-the-air TV in Druid Hills
With roughly 14,600 residents, Druid Hills is a city in Georgia. Our map shows 45 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 14 full-power, 5 Class A, 25 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 29 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 28 at good or strong strength.
29 of them are within 25 miles of Druid Hills, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 12 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 9 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) and Trinity on channel 63 (WHSG-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (strong 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 Druid Hills
The main network towers around Druid Hills are in different directions: ABC 233° SW (1.8 mi), CBS 354° N (1.9 mi), NBC 172° S (1.7 mi) and Fox 6° N (1.2 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, WAGA-TV, WUPA, WUVG-DT and WPCH-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 1.2 miles north of Druid Hills (6° N). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Druid Hills at fair strength or better, 44% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across four other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Druid Hills, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Druid Hills
The farthest main network tower for Druid Hills is WUPA (CBS), 1.9 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
WAGA-TV is only 1.2 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 Druid Hills
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 36; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WPBAFull power | 1.5 mi | 178° S | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| WATLFull power | 1.9 mi | 354° N | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| W13DQ-DLow power | 1.9 mi | 354° N | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WANFFull power | 1.9 mi | 354° N | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| WBUD-LDLow power | 1.9 mi | 354° N | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| WDWW-LDLow power | 1.9 mi | 354° N | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| WANN-CDClass A | 1.9 mi | 354° N | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| WLVO-LDLow power | 1.9 mi | 354° N | Strong | Cumming, GA |
| WDTA-LDLow power | 2.8 mi | 209° SSW | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WTBS-LDLow power | 2.8 mi | 209° SSW | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WIRE-CDClass A | 2.8 mi | 209° SSW | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| WUVM-LDLow power | 2.8 mi | 209° SSW | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WYGA-CDClass A | 2.8 mi | 209° SSW | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| WIGL-LDLow power | 2.8 mi | 209° SSW | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WEQT-LDLow power | 2.8 mi | 209° SSW | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WUEO-LDLow power | 2.8 mi | 209° SSW | Good | Macon, GA |
| WDNV-LDLow power | 2.8 mi | 209° SSW | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WGTVFull power | 11 mi | 81° E | Good | Athens, GA |
| WSKC-CDClass A | 17 mi | 37° NE | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WATC-DTFull power | 21 mi | 341° NNW | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WTHC-LDLow power | 25 mi | 194° SSW | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WVND-LDLow power | 27 mi | 36° NE | Poor | Suwanee, GA |
| WGGD-LDLow power | 33 mi | 44° NE | Weak | Gainesville, GA |
| W23EV-DTranslator | 42 mi | 249° WSW | Poor | Carrollton, GA |
| WKSY-LDLow power | 48 mi | 303° WNW | Poor | Rome, GA |
How Druid Hills compares with the rest of Georgia
With 29 stations at fair strength or better, Druid Hills ranks 25th of 386 places in Georgia: more than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 1.2 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
29% of Georgia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Atlanta, 3.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Druid Hills: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 354° N, the direction of WUPA (CBS), 1.9 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 29 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 Druid Hills, GA?
ABC is on channel 2 from WSB-TV, broadcasting from 1.8 miles SW of Druid Hills. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Druid Hills, GA?
CBS is on channel 69 from WUPA, broadcasting from 1.9 miles N of Druid Hills. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Druid Hills, GA?
NBC is on channel 11 from WXIA-TV, broadcasting from 1.7 miles S of Druid Hills. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Druid Hills, GA?
Fox is on channel 5 from WAGA-TV, broadcasting from 1.2 miles N of Druid Hills. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Druid Hills, GA?
CW is on channel 17 from WPCH-TV, broadcasting from 1.9 miles N of Druid Hills. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Druid Hills?
45 transmitters within 70 miles of Druid Hills; around 29 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Druid Hills?
The main network towers around Druid Hills are in different directions: ABC 233° SW (1.8 mi), CBS 354° N (1.9 mi), NBC 172° S (1.7 mi) and Fox 6° N (1.2 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Druid Hills?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Druid Hills?
WAGA-TV is only 1.2 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 Druid Hills?
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 Druid Hills; signal estimates ignore terrain.