TV channels & antenna towers in Woodmere, Louisiana
Woodmere has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 17 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WUPL, 4.1 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Woodmere
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWWL-TVCBS | 4 | 4.1 mi | 36° NE | Strong | New Orleans, LA |
| CWWNOL-TVCW | 38 | 9.7 mi | 49° NE | Strong | New Orleans, LA |
| NBCWDSUNBC | 6 | 9.7 mi | 49° NE | Strong | New Orleans, LA |
| ABCWGNOABC | 26 | 9.7 mi | 49° NE | Strong | New Orleans, LA |
| FOXWVUE-DTFox | 8 | 10 mi | 50° NE | Strong | New Orleans, LA |
| IONWPXL-TVION | 49 | 12 mi | 42° NE | Strong | New Orleans, LA |
| TLMKGLA-DTTelemundo | 42 | 12 mi | 45° NE | Strong | Hammond, LA |
| TLMWLFT-CDTelemundo | 30.2 | 69 mi | 302° WNW | Poor | Baton Rouge, LA |
Over-the-air TV in Woodmere
Woodmere, Louisiana has a population of about 12,100. There are 23 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 11 full-power, 7 Class A and 5 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 17 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 17 at good or strong strength.
17 of them are within 25 miles of Woodmere, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 6 are more than 45 miles out. Six of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to New Orleans, so most of the network channels you will find here come from New Orleans's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 26 (WGNO), CBS on channel 4 (WWL-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WDSU), Fox on channel 8 (WVUE-DT), CW on channel 38 (WNOL-TV), ION on channel 49 (WPXL-TV) and Telemundo on channel 42 (KGLA-DT). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong signal). 4 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 Woodmere
Point your antenna NE, at about 46°. The main network towers for Woodmere sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, WNOL-TV, WDSU, WGNO, WVUE-DT and KGLA-DT, transmit from the same tower site about 9.7 miles northeast of Woodmere (49° NE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Woodmere 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 Woodmere, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Woodmere
The farthest main network tower for Woodmere is WVUE-DT (Fox), 10 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WUPL is only 4.1 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 Woodmere
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WUPLFull power | 4.1 mi | 36° NE | Strong | Slidell, LA |
| WBXN-CDClass A | 4.1 mi | 36° NE | Good | New Orleans, LA |
| K20MM-DLow power | 5.5 mi | 38° NE | Good | New Orleans, LA |
| KNOV-CDClass A | 6.5 mi | 5° N | Good | New Orleans, LA |
| KNLD-LDLow power | 7.8 mi | 298° WNW | Good | New Orleans, LA |
| WQDT-LDLow power | 7.8 mi | 298° WNW | Good | New, LA |
| WTNO-CDClass A | 8.9 mi | 335° NNW | Good | New Orleans, LA |
| WYES-TVFull power | 10 mi | 50° NE | Strong | New Orleans, LA |
| WLAE-TVFull power | 12 mi | 42° NE | Good | New Orleans, LA |
| WHNOFull power | 12 mi | 42° NE | Strong | New Orleans, LA |
| KFOL-CDClass A | 46 mi | 249° WSW | Poor | Houma, LA |
| W30EZ-DLow power | 60 mi | 18° NNE | Poor | Slidell, LA |
| KJUN-CDClass A | 66 mi | 264° W | Poor | Morgan City, LA |
| WRUG-LDLow power | 68 mi | 305° NW | Poor | Baton Rouge, LA |
| KWBJ-CDClass A | 68 mi | 262° W | Poor | Morgan City, LA |
How Woodmere compares with the rest of Louisiana
With 17 stations at fair strength or better, Woodmere ranks 92nd of 283 places in Louisiana: more than the typical Louisiana town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 4.1 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.
23% of Louisiana's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Marrero, 3.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Woodmere: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 50° NE, the direction of WVUE-DT (Fox), 10 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 17 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 Woodmere, LA?
ABC is on channel 26 from WGNO, broadcasting from 9.7 miles NE of Woodmere. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Woodmere, LA?
CBS is on channel 4 from WWL-TV, broadcasting from 4.1 miles NE of Woodmere. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Woodmere, LA?
NBC is on channel 6 from WDSU, broadcasting from 9.7 miles NE of Woodmere. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Woodmere, LA?
Fox is on channel 8 from WVUE-DT, broadcasting from 10 miles NE of Woodmere. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Woodmere, LA?
CW is on channel 38 from WNOL-TV, broadcasting from 9.7 miles NE of Woodmere. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Woodmere?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Woodmere; around 17 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Woodmere?
Point your antenna NE, at about 46°. The main network towers for Woodmere sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Woodmere?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Woodmere?
WUPL is only 4.1 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.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Woodmere?
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.
TV channels in nearby Louisiana cities
- Estelle1.8 mi
- Marrero3.1 mi
- Harvey3.2 mi
- Timberlane3.2 mi
- Gretna4.2 mi
- Terrytown4.6 mi
- Westwego5.0 mi
- Belle Chasse5.4 mi
- New Orleans6.7 mi
- Bridge City7.5 mi
- Jefferson8.6 mi
- Waggaman8.9 mi
- Chalmette9.1 mi
- Harahan9.3 mi
- Metairie Terrace9.7 mi
- Metairie9.7 mi
- River Ridge11 mi
- Meraux11 mi
- Kenner13 mi
- Saint Rose16 mi
- Destrehan17 mi
- Luling18 mi
- Cut Off27 mi
- Larose27 mi
More: all TV stations in Louisiana · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Woodmere; signal estimates ignore terrain.