TV channels & antenna towers in Wailua Homesteads, Hawaii
Wailua Homesteads has 6 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K36IJ-D, 6.1 miles to the NE.
Over-the-air TV in Wailua Homesteads
Wailua Homesteads, Hawaii has a population of about 5,190. Our map shows 6 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
6 of them are within 25 miles of Wailua Homesteads, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 0 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KITV in Honolulu, HI, 112 miles to the southeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGMB in Honolulu, HI, 94 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Wailua Homesteads.
Which way to point your antenna in Wailua Homesteads
The nearest towers around Wailua Homesteads are in different directions: K36IJ-D 43° NE (6.1 mi), K21IA-D 20° NNE (8.1 mi) and K30JE-D 228° SW (10 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Wailua Homesteads, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Wailua Homesteads
The farthest of the closest towers for Wailua Homesteads is K30JE-D, 10 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other TV stations near Wailua Homesteads
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K36IJ-DTranslator | 6.1 mi | 43° NE | Weak | Anahola, Etc., HI |
| K21IA-DTranslator | 8.1 mi | 20° NNE | Weak | Waipake, HI |
| K30JE-DTranslator | 10 mi | 228° SW | Weak | Lihue, HI |
| K32IX-DTranslator | 10 mi | 228° SW | Weak | Lihue, HI |
| K34IS-DTranslator | 10 mi | 354° N | Weak | Kilauea, HI |
| K29HL-DTranslator | 11 mi | 328° NNW | Weak | Hanalei, Etc., HI |
How Wailua Homesteads compares with the rest of Hawaii
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Wailua Homesteads ranks 118th of 121 places in Hawaii: fewer than the typical Hawaii town (7).
25% of Hawaii's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Wailua Homesteads: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 228° SW, the direction of K30JE-D, 10 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 0 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Wailua Homesteads?
6 transmitters within 70 miles of Wailua Homesteads; around 0 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Homesteads?
The nearest towers around Wailua Homesteads are in different directions: K36IJ-D 43° NE (6.1 mi), K21IA-D 20° NNE (8.1 mi) and K30JE-D 228° SW (10 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Wailua Homesteads?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 175° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Wailua Homesteads?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Wailua Homesteads?
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 Hawaii cities
- Wailua2.8 mi
- Kapa‘a3.7 mi
- Hanamā‘ulu5.3 mi
- Anahola6.3 mi
- Lihue6.3 mi
- Puhi7.3 mi
- Kīlauea9.9 mi
- Princeville12 mi
- ‘Ōma‘o12 mi
- Koloa13 mi
- Lawai13 mi
- Kalāheo14 mi
- Hanapēpē Heights17 mi
- ‘Ele‘ele17 mi
- Hanapēpē18 mi
- Waimea20 mi
- Kekaha23 mi
More: all TV stations in Hawaii · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Wailua Homesteads; signal estimates ignore terrain.