TV channels & antenna towers in Lakeview, Georgia
Lakeview has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW, ION and Trinity. About 17 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W11DM-D, 11 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in Lakeview
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWDEF-TVCBS | 12 | 11 mi | 341° NNW | Good | Chattanooga, TN |
| NBCWRCBNBC | 3 | 13 mi | 346° NNW | Good | Chattanooga, TN |
| ABCWTVCABC | 9 | 13 mi | 345° NNW | Good | Chattanooga, TN |
| CWWFLI-TVCW | 53 | 13 mi | 345° NNW | Strong | Cleveland, TN |
| TBNWELF-TVTrinity | 23 | 14 mi | 220° SW | Strong | Dalton, GA |
| IONWPXA-TVION | 14 | 58 mi | 143° SE | Good | Rome, GA |
Over-the-air TV in Lakeview
With roughly 4,840 residents, Lakeview is a town in Georgia. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 21 licensed TV transmitters: 9 full-power, 5 Class A and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 17 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
16 of them are within 25 miles of Lakeview, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 3 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Chattanooga, TN, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Chattanooga's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 9 (WTVC), CBS on channel 12 (WDEF-TV), NBC on channel 3 (WRCB), CW on channel 53 (WFLI-TV), ION on channel 14 (WPXA-TV) and Trinity on channel 23 (WELF-TV). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WZDX in Huntsville, AL, 74 miles to the west. 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 Lakeview
Point your antenna NNW, at about 344°. The main network towers for Lakeview sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WDEF-TV, WRCB, WTVC and WFLI-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 11 miles north of Lakeview (341° NNW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Lakeview at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Lakeview, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Lakeview
The farthest main network tower for Lakeview is WTVC (ABC), 13 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
WFLI-TV 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 Lakeview
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W11DM-DLow power | 11 mi | 73° ENE | Fair | Collegedale, TN |
| WDDA-LDLow power | 11 mi | 338° NNW | Good | Chattanooga, TN |
| WDSI-TVFull power | 13 mi | 345° NNW | Good | Chattanooga, TN |
| WOOT-LDLow power | 16 mi | 355° N | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| WTNB-CDClass A | 16 mi | 355° N | Fair | Cleveland, TN |
| WTCIFull power | 16 mi | 355° N | Good | Chattanooga, TN |
| WDNN-CDClass A | 16 mi | 356° N | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| W26ET-DLow power | 16 mi | 356° N | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| WYHB-CDClass A | 16 mi | 356° N | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| WCNT-LDLow power | 18 mi | 49° NE | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| WDGA-CDClass A | 22 mi | 141° SE | Weak | Dalton, GA |
| WNGH-TVFull power | 35 mi | 117° ESE | Fair | Chatsworth, GA |
| WPDP-CDClass A | 38 mi | 73° ENE | Weak | Cleveland, TN |
| WCTD-LDLow power | 56 mi | 116° ESE | Poor | Cartersville, GA |
| WKSY-LDLow power | 58 mi | 167° SSE | Poor | Rome, GA |
How Lakeview compares with the rest of Georgia
With 17 stations at fair strength or better, Lakeview ranks 140th of 386 places in Georgia: more than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 11 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 East Ridge, 2.4 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Lakeview: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 345° NNW, the direction of WTVC (ABC), 13 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 17 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 Lakeview, GA?
ABC is on channel 9 from WTVC, broadcasting from 13 miles NNW of Lakeview. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Lakeview, GA?
CBS is on channel 12 from WDEF-TV, broadcasting from 11 miles NNW of Lakeview. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Lakeview, GA?
NBC is on channel 3 from WRCB, broadcasting from 13 miles NNW of Lakeview. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Lakeview, GA?
CW is on channel 53 from WFLI-TV, broadcasting from 13 miles NNW of Lakeview. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Lakeview?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of Lakeview; around 17 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 Lakeview?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 344°. The main network towers for Lakeview sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Lakeview?
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 Lakeview?
WFLI-TV 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 Lakeview?
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
Nearby cities in other states
- East Ridge, TN2.4 mi
- Chattanooga, TN5.4 mi
- East Chattanooga, TN6.0 mi
- East Brainerd, TN6.3 mi
- Red Bank, TN9.4 mi
- Signal Mountain, TN11 mi
- Harrison, TN12 mi
- Collegedale, TN13 mi
- Middle Valley, TN16 mi
- Soddy-Daisy, TN18 mi
- Whitwell, TN21 mi
- Jasper, TN22 mi
- South Cleveland, TN25 mi
- Cleveland, TN25 mi
- Dunlap, TN28 mi
- Sale Creek, TN29 mi
- Tracy City, TN33 mi
- Gruetli-Laager, TN34 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 Lakeview; signal estimates ignore terrain.