TV channels & antenna towers in Vidalia, Louisiana

Vidalia has 13 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WNTZ-TV (Fox), 17 miles to the WNW.

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13TV transmitters within 70 miles

4networks over the air

17 mito the closest tower

4,112population

Network channels in Vidalia

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
FOXWNTZ-TVFox	48	17 mi	295° WNW	Strong	Natchez, MS
CWKARDCW	14.2	57 mi	310° NW	Good	West Monroe, LA
ABCKNOE-TVABC	8.2	58 mi	319° NW	Fair	Monroe, LA
MeTVKMLUMeTV	11.1	58 mi	319° NW	Fair	Columbia, LA
ABCKLAX-TVABC	31	66 mi	270° W	Weak	Alexandria, LA

Over-the-air TV in Vidalia

Vidalia is a town of about 4,110 people in Louisiana. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 13 licensed TV transmitters: 8 full-power, 4 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.

1 of them is within 25 miles of Vidalia, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 10 are more than 45 miles out.

The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 8.2 (KNOE-TV), Fox on channel 48 (WNTZ-TV), CW on channel 14.2 (KARD) and MeTV on channel 11.1 (KMLU). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WAFB in Baton Rouge, LA, 84 miles to the south. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WLBT in Jackson, MS, 76 miles to the northeast. 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 Vidalia

Point your antenna NW, at about 307°. The main network towers for Vidalia sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Two network stations, KNOE-TV and KMLU, transmit from the same tower site about 58 miles northwest of Vidalia (319° NW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.

Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Vidalia at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northwest, so this is an easy place to aim.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Vidalia, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Vidalia

The farthest main network tower for Vidalia is KNOE-TV (ABC), 58 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 Vidalia

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K12XQ-DLow power	40 mi	281° W	Poor	Columbia, LA
WMAU-TVFull power	42 mi	108° ESE	Good	Bude, MS
KLTM-TVFull power	58 mi	319° NW	Good	Monroe, LA
K22OW-DLow power	63 mi	254° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, LA
K30QG-DTranslator	63 mi	251° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, LA
K04SA-DLow power	63 mi	251° WSW	Poor	Alexandria, LA
W26BB-DLow power	65 mi	32° NNE	Poor	Vicksburg, MS
KLPA-TVFull power	66 mi	270° W	Fair	Alexandria, LA

How Vidalia compares with the rest of Louisiana

With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Vidalia ranks 272nd of 283 places in Louisiana: fewer than the typical Louisiana town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 17 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.

27% of Louisiana's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Vidalia: 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 319° NW, the direction of KNOE-TV (ABC), 58 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 7 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 Vidalia, LA?

ABC is on channel 8.2 from KNOE-TV, broadcasting from 58 miles NW of Vidalia. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is Fox in Vidalia, LA?

Fox is on channel 48 from WNTZ-TV, broadcasting from 17 miles WNW of Vidalia. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CW in Vidalia, LA?

CW is on channel 14.2 from KARD, broadcasting from 57 miles NW of Vidalia. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Vidalia?

13 transmitters within 70 miles of Vidalia; around 7 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 Vidalia?

Point your antenna NW, at about 307°. The main network towers for Vidalia sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Vidalia?

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 Vidalia?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Vidalia?

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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