TV channels & antenna towers in Wailua, Hawaii

Wailua has 7 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC and CW. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K28NN-D, 13 miles to the SW.

Open Wailua in the live finder

7TV transmitters within 70 miles

3networks over the air

13 mito the closest tower

2,156population

Network channels in Wailua

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CWKAII-TVCW	7.2	20 mi	228° SW	Fair	Wailuku, HI
NBCKOGGNBC	13	20 mi	228° SW	Good	Wailuku, HI
ABCKMAUABC	4	20 mi	228° SW	Fair	Wailuku, HI

Over-the-air TV in Wailua

Wailua, Hawaii has a population of about 2,160. Our map shows 7 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 6 full-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

7 of them are within 25 miles of Wailua, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 0 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 3 network stations in range are licensed to Wailuku, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Wailuku's stations.

The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 4 (KMAU), NBC on channel 13 (KOGG) and CW on channel 7.2 (KAII-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGMB in Honolulu, HI, 132 miles to the west. No Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Wailua. 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 Wailua

Point your antenna SW, at about 228°. The main network towers for Wailua sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Three network stations, KAII-TV, KOGG and KMAU, transmit from the same tower site about 20 miles southwest of Wailua (228° SW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.

Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Wailua at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southwest, so this is an easy place to aim.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Wailua, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Wailua

The farthest main network tower for Wailua is KOGG (NBC), 20 miles away with a good 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 Wailua

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K28NN-DTranslator	13 mi	219° SW	Fair	Wailuku, HI
KLEIFull power	13 mi	248° WSW	Fair	Wailuku, HI
KMEBFull power	20 mi	228° SW	Fair	Wailuku, HI
KGMVFull power	20 mi	228° SW	Good	Wailuku, HI

How Wailua compares with the rest of Hawaii

With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Wailua ranks 51st of 121 places in Hawaii: the same as the typical Hawaii town (7). Its nearest major network tower is 20 miles away, against a state median of 12 miles.

44% of Hawaii's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Kīhei, 21 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Wailua: 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 228° SW, the direction of KOGG (NBC), 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 7 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 Wailua, HI?

ABC is on channel 4 from KMAU, broadcasting from 20 miles SW of Wailua. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is NBC in Wailua, HI?

NBC is on channel 13 from KOGG, broadcasting from 20 miles SW of Wailua. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Wailua, HI?

CW is on channel 7.2 from KAII-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles SW of Wailua. Estimated signal: fair.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Wailua?

7 transmitters within 70 miles of Wailua; around 7 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 Wailua?

Point your antenna SW, at about 228°. The main network towers for Wailua sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Wailua?

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 Wailua?

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 Wailua?

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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