TV channels & antenna towers in North Corbin, Kentucky
North Corbin has 24 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 16 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WVTN-LD, 2.7 miles to the NW.
Network channels in North Corbin
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWYMT-TVCBS | 57 | 53 mi | 72° ENE | Fair | Hazard, KY |
| CWWBXX-TVCW | 20 | 60 mi | 193° SSW | Good | Crossville, TN |
| FOXWDKY-TVFox | 56 | 65 mi | 349° N | Fair | Danville, KY |
| IONWUPX-TVION | 67 | 66 mi | 331° NNW | Fair | Richmond, KY |
| NBCWBIR-TVNBC | 10 | 67 mi | 173° S | Fair | Knoxville, TN |
| IONWPXK-TVION | 54 | 67 mi | 173° S | Good | Jellico, TN |
| ABCWATE-TVABC | 6 | 67 mi | 173° S | Good | Knoxville, TN |
| FOXWTNZFox | 43 | 67 mi | 173° S | Fair | Knoxville, TN |
| CBSWVLT-TVCBS | 8 | 67 mi | 173° S | Good | Knoxville, TN |
Over-the-air TV in North Corbin
North Corbin is a small community of about 1,770 people in Kentucky. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 24 licensed TV transmitters: 17 full-power and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 16 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of North Corbin, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 22 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Knoxville, TN, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Knoxville's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 6 (WATE-TV), CBS on channel 8 (WVLT-TV), NBC on channel 10 (WBIR-TV), Fox on channel 43 (WTNZ), CW on channel 20 (WBXX-TV) and ION on channel 54 (WPXK-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 North Corbin
Point your antenna S, at about 173°. The main network towers for North Corbin sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, WBIR-TV, WPXK-TV, WATE-TV, WTNZ and WVLT-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 67 miles south of North Corbin (173° S). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach North Corbin at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across three other directions.
WATE-TV (ABC) and WTNZ (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from North Corbin. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for North Corbin
The farthest main network tower for North Corbin is WTNZ (Fox), 67 miles away with a fair 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 stations near North Corbin
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WVTN-LDLow power | 2.7 mi | 305° NW | Good | Corbin, KY |
| WKSO-TVFull power | 43 mi | 290° WNW | Fair | Somerset, KY |
| WBON-LDLow power | 48 mi | 356° N | Poor | Richmond, KY |
| WLJC-TVFull power | 51 mi | 27° NNE | Fair | Beattyville, KY |
| WKHAFull power | 52 mi | 72° ENE | Fair | Hazard, KY |
| WVLRFull power | 55 mi | 152° SSE | Good | Tazewell, TN |
| WETP-TVFull power | 65 mi | 128° SE | Fair | Sneedville, TN |
| WKLEFull power | 65 mi | 349° NNW | Poor | Lexington, KY |
| WEZK-LDLow power | 66 mi | 172° S | Poor | Knoxville, TN |
| WKNX-TVFull power | 66 mi | 172° S | Weak | Knoxville, TN |
| W19FF-DLow power | 67 mi | 173° S | Poor | Knoxville, TN |
| WKOP-TVFull power | 67 mi | 173° S | Fair | Knoxville, TN |
| WDTT-LDLow power | 67 mi | 173° S | Poor | Knoxville, TN |
| WKXT-LDLow power | 67 mi | 173° S | Poor | Knoxville, TN |
| W30EG-DLow power | 67 mi | 173° S | Poor | Knoxville, TN |
How North Corbin compares with the rest of Kentucky
With 16 stations at fair strength or better, North Corbin ranks 63rd of 275 places in Kentucky: more 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.
Setting up an antenna in North Corbin: 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 173° S, the direction of WTNZ (Fox), 67 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 16 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 North Corbin, KY?
ABC is on channel 6 from WATE-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles S of North Corbin. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in North Corbin, KY?
CBS is on channel 8 from WVLT-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles S of North Corbin. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in North Corbin, KY?
NBC is on channel 10 from WBIR-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles S of North Corbin. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in North Corbin, KY?
Fox is on channel 43 from WTNZ, broadcasting from 67 miles S of North Corbin. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in North Corbin, KY?
CW is on channel 20 from WBXX-TV, broadcasting from 60 miles SSW of North Corbin. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in North Corbin?
24 transmitters within 70 miles of North Corbin; around 16 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 North Corbin?
Point your antenna S, at about 173°. The main network towers for North Corbin sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in North Corbin?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in North Corbin?
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 North Corbin?
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 North Corbin; signal estimates ignore terrain.