TV channels & antenna towers in Deer Park, Illinois
Deer Park has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WAUR-LD, 35 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Deer Park
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWYZZ-TVFox | 43 | 45 mi | 189° S | Good | Bloomington, IL |
| CBSWMBD-TVCBS | 31 | 53 mi | 210° SSW | Fair | Peoria, IL |
| MeTVWHOIMeTV | 19.6 | 53 mi | 210° SSW | Fair | Peoria, IL |
| CWWEEK-TVCW | 25.3 | 53 mi | 210° SSW | Fair | Peoria, IL |
| FOXWQRF-TVFox | 39 | 69 mi | 354° N | Poor | Rockford, IL |
| ABCWTVOABC | 17 | 69 mi | 354° N | Poor | Rockford, IL |
| TLMWFBN-LDTelemundo | 23 | 70 mi | 354° N | Poor | Rockford, IL |
| CBSWIFR-LDCBS | 23 | 70 mi | 354° N | Poor | Rockford, IL |
| CWWSLNCW | 19 | 70 mi | 354° N | Poor | Freeport, IL |
| FOXKLJBFox | 18 | 70 mi | 271° W | Weak | Davenport, IA |
| ABCWQAD-TVABC | 8 | 70 mi | 271° W | Weak | Moline, IL |
| TBNWMWC-TVTrinity | 53 | 70 mi | 271° W | Poor | Galesburg, IL |
| CWKGCWCW | 26 | 70 mi | 272° W | Weak | Burlington, IA |
| NBCWREXNBC | 13 | 70 mi | 351° N | Poor | Rockford, IL |
Over-the-air TV in Deer Park
Deer Park, Illinois has a population of about 3,190. Our map shows 22 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 15 full-power and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 20 farther out. Five of the 14 network stations in range are licensed to Rockford, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Rockford's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 8 (WQAD-TV), CBS on channel 31 (WMBD-TV), NBC on channel 13 (WREX), Fox on channel 43 (WYZZ-TV), CW on channel 25.3 (WEEK-TV), Telemundo on channel 23 (WFBN-LD), MeTV on channel 19.6 (WHOI) and Trinity on channel 53 (WMWC-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 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 Deer Park
The main network towers around Deer Park are in different directions: ABC 271° W (70 mi), CBS 210° SSW (53 mi), NBC 351° N (70 mi) and Fox 189° S (45 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, KLJB, WQAD-TV, WMWC-TV and KGCW, transmit from the same tower site about 70 miles west of Deer Park (271° W). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Deer Park at fair strength or better, 75% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WQAD-TV (ABC), WMBD-TV (CBS) and WREX (NBC) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Deer Park. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Deer Park
The farthest main network tower for Deer Park is WREX (NBC), 70 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 stations near Deer Park
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAUR-LDLow power | 35 mi | 43° NE | Weak | Aurora, IL |
| WSPY-LDLow power | 35 mi | 43° NE | Weak | Earlville, IL |
| WSIO-LDLow power | 51 mi | 221° SW | Poor | Peoria, IL |
| W27EJ-DLow power | 51 mi | 325° NW | Poor | Sterling, IL |
| W27EQ-DLow power | 52 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Peoria, IL |
| WTVPFull power | 54 mi | 211° SSW | Weak | Peoria, IL |
| WQPT-TVFull power | 70 mi | 271° W | Weak | Moline, IL |
| KQINFull power | 70 mi | 271° W | Poor | Davenport, IA |
How Deer Park compares with the rest of Illinois
With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Deer Park ranks 754th of 766 places in Illinois: fewer than the typical Illinois town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 45 miles away, against a state median of 24 miles.
18% of Illinois's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Oswego, 44 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Deer Park: 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 351° N, the direction of WREX (NBC), 70 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 4 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 Deer Park, IL?
ABC is on channel 8 from WQAD-TV, broadcasting from 70 miles W of Deer Park. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in Deer Park, IL?
CBS is on channel 31 from WMBD-TV, broadcasting from 53 miles SSW of Deer Park. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Deer Park, IL?
NBC is on channel 13 from WREX, broadcasting from 70 miles N of Deer Park. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Fox in Deer Park, IL?
Fox is on channel 43 from WYZZ-TV, broadcasting from 45 miles S of Deer Park. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Deer Park, IL?
CW is on channel 25.3 from WEEK-TV, broadcasting from 53 miles SSW of Deer Park. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Deer Park?
22 transmitters within 70 miles of Deer Park; around 4 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 Deer Park?
The main network towers around Deer Park are in different directions: ABC 271° W (70 mi), CBS 210° SSW (53 mi), NBC 351° N (70 mi) and Fox 189° S (45 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Deer Park?
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 162° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Deer Park?
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 Deer Park?
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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