TV channels & antenna towers in Campton, Kentucky
Campton has 14 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WLJC-TV, 11 miles to the SW.
Network channels in Campton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWYMT-TVCBS | 57 | 42 mi | 152° SSE | Fair | Hazard, KY |
| FOXWDKY-TVFox | 56 | 43 mi | 284° WNW | Good | Danville, KY |
| ABCWTVQ-DTABC | 36 | 51 mi | 294° WNW | Good | Lexington, KY |
| NBCWLEX-TVNBC | 18 | 51 mi | 294° WNW | Good | Lexington, KY |
| CWWKYT-TVCW | 27.2 | 51 mi | 295° WNW | Good | Lexington, KY |
| IONWUPX-TVION | 67 | 62 mi | 274° W | Fair | Richmond, KY |
Over-the-air TV in Campton
With roughly 431 residents, Campton is a small community in Kentucky. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 14 licensed TV transmitters: 11 full-power, 2 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 7 farther out. Three of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Lexington, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Lexington's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 36 (WTVQ-DT), CBS on channel 57 (WYMT-TV), NBC on channel 18 (WLEX-TV), Fox on channel 56 (WDKY-TV), CW on channel 27.2 (WKYT-TV) and ION on channel 67 (WUPX-TV). 5 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 Campton
The main network towers around Campton are in different directions: CBS 152° SSE (42 mi) and Fox 284° WNW (43 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Three network stations, WTVQ-DT, WLEX-TV and WKYT-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 51 miles northwest of Campton (294° WNW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Campton at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Campton, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Campton
The farthest main network tower for Campton is WDKY-TV (Fox), 43 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WTVQ-DT (ABC), 51 miles northwest and WLEX-TV (NBC), 51 miles northwest, are the exception: the nearest listed affiliates of those networks are 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 those.
WLJC-TV is only 11 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Campton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WLJC-TVFull power | 11 mi | 219° SW | Strong | Beattyville, KY |
| WKMRFull power | 32 mi | 14° NNE | Fair | Morehead, KY |
| WBON-LDLow power | 33 mi | 261° W | Weak | Richmond, KY |
| WKHAFull power | 42 mi | 152° SSE | Fair | Hazard, KY |
| WKLEFull power | 44 mi | 283° WNW | Fair | Lexington, KY |
| W32FD-DTranslator | 57 mi | 63° ENE | Poor | Louisa, KY |
| WVTN-LDLow power | 61 mi | 212° SSW | Poor | Corbin, KY |
| WKPI-TVFull power | 64 mi | 119° ESE | Weak | Pikeville, KY |
How Campton compares with the rest of Kentucky
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Campton ranks 187th of 275 places in Kentucky: fewer than the typical Kentucky town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 42 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
48% of Kentucky's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Richmond, 41 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Campton: 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 284° WNW, the direction of WDKY-TV (Fox), 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 10 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 Campton, KY?
ABC is on channel 36 from WTVQ-DT, broadcasting from 51 miles WNW of Campton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Campton, KY?
CBS is on channel 57 from WYMT-TV, broadcasting from 42 miles SSE of Campton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Campton, KY?
NBC is on channel 18 from WLEX-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles WNW of Campton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Campton, KY?
Fox is on channel 56 from WDKY-TV, broadcasting from 43 miles WNW of Campton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Campton, KY?
CW is on channel 27.2 from WKYT-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles WNW of Campton. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Campton?
14 transmitters within 70 miles of Campton; around 10 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 Campton?
The main network towers around Campton are in different directions: CBS 152° SSE (42 mi) and Fox 284° WNW (43 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Campton?
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. The towers are spread over about 132° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help. Picking up ABC and NBC from up to 51 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Campton?
WTVQ-DT (ABC), 51 miles northwest and WLEX-TV (NBC), 51 miles northwest, are the exception: the nearest listed affiliates of those networks are 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 those.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Campton?
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 Kentucky · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Campton; signal estimates ignore terrain.