TV channels & antenna towers in Trion, Georgia
Trion has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW, ION and Trinity. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WELF-TV (Trinity), 20 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Trion
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBNWELF-TVTrinity | 23 | 20 mi | 342° NNW | Good | Dalton, GA |
| CBSWDEF-TVCBS | 12 | 41 mi | 359° N | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| IONWPXA-TVION | 14 | 41 mi | 113° ESE | Good | Rome, GA |
| ABCWTVCABC | 9 | 43 mi | 359° N | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| CWWFLI-TVCW | 53 | 43 mi | 359° N | Good | Cleveland, TN |
| NBCWRCBNBC | 3 | 43 mi | 360° N | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
Over-the-air TV in Trion
Trion is a small community of about 1,790 people in Georgia. There are 23 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 10 full-power, 5 Class A, 7 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Trion, 11 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 10 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 best-placed network stations 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, 71 miles to the west. 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 Trion
Point your antenna N, at about 359°. The main network towers for Trion sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WDEF-TV, WTVC, WFLI-TV and WRCB, transmit from the same tower site about 41 miles north of Trion (359° N). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Trion at fair strength or better, 83% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Trion, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Trion
The farthest main network tower for Trion is WRCB (NBC), 43 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic 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 Trion
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WDGA-CDClass A | 21 mi | 52° NE | Weak | Dalton, GA |
| WKSY-LDLow power | 31 mi | 149° SSE | Fair | Rome, GA |
| W11DM-DLow power | 36 mi | 22° NNE | Poor | Collegedale, TN |
| WNGH-TVFull power | 37 mi | 67° ENE | Fair | Chatsworth, GA |
| WDDA-LDLow power | 40 mi | 358° N | Poor | Chattanooga, TN |
| WDSI-TVFull power | 43 mi | 359° N | Fair | Chattanooga, TN |
| WCNT-LDLow power | 45 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Chattanooga, TN |
| WOOT-LDLow power | 46 mi | 2° N | Poor | Chattanooga, TN |
| WTNB-CDClass A | 46 mi | 2° N | Poor | Cleveland, TN |
| WTCIFull power | 46 mi | 2° N | Good | Chattanooga, TN |
| WDNN-CDClass A | 46 mi | 2° N | Poor | Chattanooga, TN |
| W26ET-DLow power | 46 mi | 2° N | Poor | Chattanooga, TN |
| WYHB-CDClass A | 46 mi | 2° N | Poor | Chattanooga, TN |
| WCTD-LDLow power | 53 mi | 84° E | Poor | Cartersville, GA |
| WPDP-CDClass A | 56 mi | 44° NE | Poor | Cleveland, TN |
| WATC-DTFull power | 59 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| W23EV-DTranslator | 70 mi | 166° SSE | Poor | Carrollton, GA |
How Trion compares with the rest of Georgia
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Trion ranks 274th of 386 places in Georgia: fewer than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 20 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
37% of Georgia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Rome, 21 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Trion: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 360° N, the direction of WRCB (NBC), 43 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 Trion, GA?
ABC is on channel 9 from WTVC, broadcasting from 43 miles N of Trion. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Trion, GA?
CBS is on channel 12 from WDEF-TV, broadcasting from 41 miles N of Trion. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Trion, GA?
NBC is on channel 3 from WRCB, broadcasting from 43 miles N of Trion. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Trion, GA?
CW is on channel 53 from WFLI-TV, broadcasting from 43 miles N of Trion. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Trion?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Trion; around 11 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Trion?
Point your antenna N, at about 359°. The main network towers for Trion sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Trion?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Trion?
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 Trion?
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
- Summerville4.9 mi
- LaFayette11 mi
- Calhoun21 mi
- Rome21 mi
- Dalton25 mi
- Trenton25 mi
- Fairview28 mi
- Fort Oglethorpe28 mi
- Chatsworth34 mi
- Rydal37 mi
- Cedartown37 mi
- Cartersville39 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Fort Payne, AL24 mi
- Henagar, AL27 mi
- Rainsville, AL31 mi
- East Brainerd, TN33 mi
- East Ridge, TN33 mi
- Centre, AL34 mi
- Chattanooga, TN35 mi
- East Chattanooga, TN36 mi
- Collinsville, AL37 mi
- Collegedale, TN38 mi
- Red Bank, TN39 mi
- Signal Mountain, TN40 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 Trion; signal estimates ignore terrain.