TV channels & antenna towers in Guyton, Georgia
Guyton has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox and CW. About 13 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WUET-LD, 17 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Guyton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWJCLABC | 22 | 19 mi | 171° S | Good | Savannah, GA |
| CBSWTOC-TVCBS | 11 | 20 mi | 173° S | Strong | Savannah, GA |
| CWWSAV-TVCW | 3.2 | 20 mi | 164° SSE | Strong | Savannah, GA |
| FOXWTGSFox | 28 | 20 mi | 172° S | Strong | Hardeeville, SC |
Over-the-air TV in Guyton
Guyton, Georgia has a population of about 1,860. Our map shows 20 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 8 full-power, 1 Class A, 10 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 13 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 11 transmitters are within 25 miles, 5 between 25 and 45 miles, and 4 farther out. Three of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Savannah, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Savannah's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 22 (WJCL), CBS on channel 11 (WTOC-TV), Fox on channel 28 (WTGS) and CW on channel 3.2 (WSAV-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WAGT-CD in Augusta, GA, 78 miles to the north. 4 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 Guyton
Point your antenna S, at about 172°. The main network towers for Guyton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WJCL, WTOC-TV, WSAV-TV and WTGS, transmit from the same tower site about 19 miles south of Guyton (171° S). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Guyton 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 Guyton, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Guyton
The farthest main network tower for Guyton is WTGS (Fox), 20 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.
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 Guyton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WUET-LDLow power | 17 mi | 166° SSE | Fair | Savannah, GA |
| WDID-LDLow power | 17 mi | 166° SSE | Fair | Savannah, GA |
| WVAN-TVFull power | 19 mi | 225° SW | Good | Savannah, GA |
| W31FE-DTranslator | 19 mi | 174° S | Weak | Savannah, GA |
| W36EZ-DLow power | 19 mi | 173° S | Fair | Hinesville-Richmond, GA |
| WPHJ-LDLow power | 20 mi | 173° S | Fair | Savannah, GA |
| WSCGFull power | 20 mi | 172° S | Strong | Baxley, GA |
| WHDS-LDLow power | 26 mi | 142° SE | Fair | Savannah, GA |
| W30CV-DClass A | 32 mi | 103° ESE | Fair | Hilton Head Island, SC |
| W14EP-DLow power | 38 mi | 83° E | Weak | Beaufort, Etc., SC |
| W31FD-DLow power | 38 mi | 83° E | Weak | Bluffton-Hilton Head, SC |
| W29EN-DLow power | 38 mi | 83° E | Weak | Beaufort-Ladys Island, SC |
| WJWJ-TVFull power | 49 mi | 58° ENE | Good | Beaufort, SC |
| W24FC-DLow power | 58 mi | 298° WNW | Poor | Swainsboro, GA |
| WEBA-TVFull power | 59 mi | 360° N | Weak | Allendale, SC |
| WQIX-LDLow power | 63 mi | 231° SW | Poor | Baxley, GA |
How Guyton compares with the rest of Georgia
With 13 stations at fair strength or better, Guyton ranks 226th of 386 places in Georgia: fewer than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 19 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 Pooler, 17 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Guyton: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 172° S, the direction of WTGS (Fox), 20 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 13 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 Guyton, GA?
ABC is on channel 22 from WJCL, broadcasting from 19 miles S of Guyton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Guyton, GA?
CBS is on channel 11 from WTOC-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles S of Guyton. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Guyton, GA?
Fox is on channel 28 from WTGS, broadcasting from 20 miles S of Guyton. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Guyton, GA?
CW is on channel 3.2 from WSAV-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles SSE of Guyton. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Guyton?
20 transmitters within 70 miles of Guyton; around 13 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 Guyton?
Point your antenna S, at about 172°. The main network towers for Guyton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Guyton?
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 Guyton?
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 Guyton?
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
- Rincon9.5 mi
- Pooler17 mi
- Port Wentworth19 mi
- Pembroke19 mi
- Garden City21 mi
- Statesboro24 mi
- Savannah24 mi
- Georgetown26 mi
- Richmond Hill28 mi
- Whitemarsh Island31 mi
- Sylvania32 mi
- Claxton32 mi
- Wilmington Island34 mi
- Skidaway Island34 mi
- Hinesville36 mi
- Midway37 mi
- Metter39 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Hardeeville, SC18 mi
- Ridgeland, SC26 mi
- Estill, SC30 mi
- Bluffton, SC32 mi
- Laurel Bay, SC36 mi
- Hilton Head, SC38 mi
- Hilton Head Island, SC39 mi
More: all TV stations in Georgia · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Guyton; signal estimates ignore terrain.