TV channels & antenna towers in Isle of Hope, Georgia
Isle of Hope has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox and CW. About 14 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WHDS-LD, 5.7 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Isle of Hope
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWSAV-TVCW | 3.2 | 15 mi | 291° WNW | Strong | Savannah, GA |
| FOXWTGSFox | 28 | 17 mi | 285° WNW | Strong | Hardeeville, SC |
| ABCWJCLABC | 22 | 17 mi | 288° WNW | Good | Savannah, GA |
| CBSWTOC-TVCBS | 11 | 18 mi | 287° WNW | Strong | Savannah, GA |
Over-the-air TV in Isle of Hope
With roughly 2,400 residents, Isle of Hope is a small community in Georgia. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 17 licensed TV transmitters: 7 full-power, 1 Class A, 8 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 14 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 12 transmitters are within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 1 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 strongest network signals here 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, 108 miles to the northwest. 3 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 Isle of Hope
Point your antenna WNW, at about 287°. The main network towers for Isle of Hope sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, WSAV-TV and WJCL, transmit from the same tower site about 15 miles west of Isle of Hope (291° WNW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Isle of Hope at fair strength or better, all arrive from the west, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Isle of Hope, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Isle of Hope
The farthest main network tower for Isle of Hope is WTOC-TV (CBS), 18 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
WSAV-TV is only 15 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 Isle of Hope
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHDS-LDLow power | 5.7 mi | 321° NW | Good | Savannah, GA |
| WSCGFull power | 17 mi | 285° WNW | Strong | Baxley, GA |
| WUET-LDLow power | 17 mi | 298° WNW | Fair | Savannah, GA |
| WDID-LDLow power | 17 mi | 298° WNW | Fair | Savannah, GA |
| WPHJ-LDLow power | 18 mi | 287° WNW | Fair | Savannah, GA |
| W36EZ-DLow power | 18 mi | 289° WNW | Fair | Hinesville-Richmond, GA |
| W31FE-DTranslator | 18 mi | 289° WNW | Fair | Savannah, GA |
| W30CV-DClass A | 21 mi | 35° NE | Fair | Hilton Head Island, SC |
| W14EP-DLow power | 35 mi | 33° NNE | Weak | Beaufort, Etc., SC |
| W31FD-DLow power | 35 mi | 33° NNE | Weak | Bluffton-Hilton Head, SC |
| W29EN-DLow power | 35 mi | 33° NNE | Weak | Beaufort-Ladys Island, SC |
| WVAN-TVFull power | 35 mi | 289° WNW | Fair | Savannah, GA |
| WJWJ-TVFull power | 55 mi | 24° NNE | Good | Beaufort, SC |
How Isle of Hope compares with the rest of Georgia
With 14 stations at fair strength or better, Isle of Hope ranks 195th of 386 places in Georgia: fewer than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 15 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 Savannah, 7.4 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Isle of Hope: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 287° WNW, the direction of WTOC-TV (CBS), 18 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 14 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 Isle of Hope, GA?
ABC is on channel 22 from WJCL, broadcasting from 17 miles WNW of Isle of Hope. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Isle of Hope, GA?
CBS is on channel 11 from WTOC-TV, broadcasting from 18 miles WNW of Isle of Hope. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Isle of Hope, GA?
Fox is on channel 28 from WTGS, broadcasting from 17 miles WNW of Isle of Hope. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Isle of Hope, GA?
CW is on channel 3.2 from WSAV-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles WNW of Isle of Hope. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Isle of Hope?
17 transmitters within 70 miles of Isle of Hope; around 14 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 Isle of Hope?
Point your antenna WNW, at about 287°. The main network towers for Isle of Hope sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Isle of Hope?
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 Isle of Hope?
WSAV-TV is only 15 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 Isle of Hope?
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
- Skidaway Island3.3 mi
- Thunderbolt3.6 mi
- Whitemarsh Island4.1 mi
- Wilmington Island5.3 mi
- Savannah7.4 mi
- Georgetown9.8 mi
- Garden City11 mi
- Port Wentworth13 mi
- Pooler14 mi
- Richmond Hill15 mi
- Rincon24 mi
- Midway25 mi
- Hinesville33 mi
- Pembroke35 mi
- Darien48 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Hardeeville, SC21 mi
- Bluffton, SC21 mi
- Hilton Head Island, SC24 mi
- Hilton Head, SC24 mi
- Ridgeland, SC35 mi
- Port Royal, SC35 mi
- Laurel Bay, SC36 mi
- Burton, SC37 mi
- Beaufort, 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 Isle of Hope; signal estimates ignore terrain.