TV channels & antenna towers in Bass Lake, Indiana
Bass Lake has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW, Telemundo and Univision. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WAAA-LD, 31 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Bass Lake
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWNDU-TVNBC | 16 | 34 mi | 36° NE | Good | South Bend, IN |
| FOXWSBT-TVFox | 22.2 | 35 mi | 35° NE | Good | South Bend, IN |
| UNIWHME-TVUnivision | 46 | 35 mi | 40° NE | Good | South Bend, IN |
| CWWCWW-LDCW | 25 | 36 mi | 37° NE | Weak | South Bend, IN |
| ABCWBND-LDABC | 57 | 36 mi | 37° NE | Weak | South Bend, IN |
| TLMWMYS-LDTelemundo | 69.2 | 36 mi | 37° NE | Weak | South Bend, IN |
| CWWLFI-TVCW | 18.2 | 57 mi | 181° S | Poor | Lafayette, IN |
| ABCWPBI-CDABC | 16.3 | 57 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Lafayette, IN |
| ABCWPBY-CDABC | 35 | 57 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Lafayette, IN |
Over-the-air TV in Bass Lake
Bass Lake, Indiana has a population of about 1,200. Our map shows 17 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power, 2 Class A and 8 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Bass Lake, 12 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles out. Six of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to South Bend, so most of the network channels you will find here come from South Bend's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 57 (WBND-LD), NBC on channel 16 (WNDU-TV), Fox on channel 22.2 (WSBT-TV), CW on channel 25 (WCWW-LD), Telemundo on channel 69.2 (WMYS-LD) and Univision on channel 46 (WHME-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WBBM-TV in Chicago, IL, 71 miles to the northwest. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (weak signal) and Univision (good 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 Bass Lake
Point your antenna NE, at about 36°. The main network towers for Bass Lake sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, WNDU-TV and WSBT-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 34 miles northeast of Bass Lake (36° NE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Bass Lake at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northeast, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Bass Lake, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Bass Lake
The farthest main network tower for Bass Lake is WSBT-TV (Fox), 35 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WPBI-CD (ABC), 57 miles south, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
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 Bass Lake
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAAA-LDLow power | 31 mi | 315° NW | Weak | Valparaiso, IN |
| WSJVFull power | 35 mi | 35° NE | Good | Elkhart, IN |
| WNITFull power | 35 mi | 37° NE | Fair | South Bend, IN |
| WODN-LDLow power | 42 mi | 314° NW | Poor | Portage, IN |
| WYINFull power | 43 mi | 284° WNW | Good | Gary, IN |
| WEID-LDLow power | 43 mi | 41° NE | Poor | South Bend, IN |
| WYGN-LDLow power | 54 mi | 14° NNE | Poor | Berrien Springs, MI |
| WSOT-LDLow power | 64 mi | 126° SE | Poor | Marion, IN |
How Bass Lake compares with the rest of Indiana
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Bass Lake ranks 346th of 352 places in Indiana: fewer than the typical Indiana town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 34 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
51% of Indiana's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is La Porte, 28 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Bass Lake: 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 35° NE, the direction of WSBT-TV (Fox), 35 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 6 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 Bass Lake, IN?
ABC is on channel 57 from WBND-LD, broadcasting from 36 miles NE of Bass Lake. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is NBC in Bass Lake, IN?
NBC is on channel 16 from WNDU-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles NE of Bass Lake. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Bass Lake, IN?
Fox is on channel 22.2 from WSBT-TV, broadcasting from 35 miles NE of Bass Lake. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Bass Lake, IN?
CW is on channel 25 from WCWW-LD, broadcasting from 36 miles NE of Bass Lake. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Telemundo in Bass Lake, IN?
Telemundo is on channel 69.2 from WMYS-LD, broadcasting from 36 miles NE of Bass Lake. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Bass Lake?
17 transmitters within 70 miles of Bass Lake; around 6 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 Bass Lake?
Point your antenna NE, at about 36°. The main network towers for Bass Lake sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Bass Lake?
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. Picking up ABC from up to 57 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Bass Lake?
WPBI-CD (ABC), 57 miles south, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Bass Lake?
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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More: all TV stations in Indiana · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Bass Lake; signal estimates ignore terrain.