TV channels & antenna towers in Elkfork, Kentucky
Elkfork has 23 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 WKMR, 21 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Elkfork
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWYMT-TVCBS | 57 | 53 mi | 183° S | Fair | Hazard, KY |
| NBCWSAZ-TVNBC | 3 | 62 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Huntington, WV |
| CWWQCWCW | 30 | 62 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Portsmouth, OH |
| CBSWOWK-TVCBS | 13 | 63 mi | 53° NE | Weak | Huntington, WV |
| IONWLPX-TVION | 29 | 63 mi | 53° NE | Fair | Charleston, WV |
| FOXWDKY-TVFox | 56 | 65 mi | 265° W | Fair | Danville, KY |
| ABCWTVQ-DTABC | 36 | 69 mi | 274° W | Weak | Lexington, KY |
| NBCWLEX-TVNBC | 18 | 69 mi | 274° W | Weak | Lexington, KY |
| CWWKYT-TVCW | 27.2 | 69 mi | 275° W | Weak | Lexington, KY |
Over-the-air TV in Elkfork
Elkfork is a small community of about 1,540 people in Kentucky. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 23 licensed TV transmitters: 17 full-power, 4 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Elkfork, 3 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 19 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Lexington, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Lexington's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 36 (WTVQ-DT), CBS on channel 57 (WYMT-TV), NBC on channel 3 (WSAZ-TV), Fox on channel 56 (WDKY-TV), CW on channel 30 (WQCW) and ION on channel 29 (WLPX-TV). 8 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 Elkfork
The main network towers around Elkfork are in different directions: ABC 274° W (69 mi), CBS 183° S (53 mi), NBC 52° NE (62 mi) and Fox 265° W (65 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, WSAZ-TV, WQCW, WOWK-TV and WLPX-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 62 miles northeast of Elkfork (52° NE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Elkfork at fair strength or better, 60% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.
WTVQ-DT (ABC), WSAZ-TV (NBC) and WDKY-TV (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Elkfork. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Elkfork
The farthest main network tower for Elkfork is WTVQ-DT (ABC), 69 miles away with a 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 Elkfork
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WKMRFull power | 21 mi | 315° NW | Good | Morehead, KY |
| W32FD-DTranslator | 30 mi | 70° ENE | Poor | Louisa, KY |
| WLJC-TVFull power | 38 mi | 231° SW | Good | Beattyville, KY |
| WKASFull power | 44 mi | 39° NE | Fair | Ashland, KY |
| W26EW-DLow power | 51 mi | 51° NE | Poor | Huntington, WV |
| WTSFFull power | 51 mi | 51° NE | Poor | Ashland, KY |
| WTZP-LDLow power | 53 mi | 8° N | Poor | Portsmouth, OH |
| WHJC-LPLow power | 53 mi | 109° ESE | Poor | Williamson, WV |
| WKHAFull power | 53 mi | 183° S | Fair | Hazard, KY |
| WHWV-LDTranslator | 54 mi | 56° NE | Poor | Huntington, WV |
| WKPI-TVFull power | 58 mi | 144° SE | Fair | Pikeville, KY |
| WBON-LDLow power | 59 mi | 250° WSW | Poor | Richmond, KY |
| WVPB-TVFull power | 62 mi | 54° NE | Weak | Huntington, WV |
| WKLEFull power | 65 mi | 265° W | Poor | Lexington, KY |
How Elkfork compares with the rest of Kentucky
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Elkfork ranks 187th of 275 places in Kentucky: fewer than the typical Kentucky town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 53 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
29% of Kentucky's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Meads, 39 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Elkfork: 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 274° W, the direction of WTVQ-DT (ABC), 69 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 Elkfork, KY?
ABC is on channel 36 from WTVQ-DT, broadcasting from 69 miles W of Elkfork. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in Elkfork, KY?
CBS is on channel 57 from WYMT-TV, broadcasting from 53 miles S of Elkfork. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Elkfork, KY?
NBC is on channel 3 from WSAZ-TV, broadcasting from 62 miles NE of Elkfork. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Elkfork, KY?
Fox is on channel 56 from WDKY-TV, broadcasting from 65 miles W of Elkfork. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Elkfork, KY?
CW is on channel 30 from WQCW, broadcasting from 62 miles NE of Elkfork. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Elkfork?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Elkfork; around 10 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 Elkfork?
The main network towers around Elkfork are in different directions: ABC 274° W (69 mi), CBS 183° S (53 mi), NBC 52° NE (62 mi) and Fox 265° W (65 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Elkfork?
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 222° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Elkfork?
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 Elkfork?
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 Elkfork; signal estimates ignore terrain.