TV channels & antenna towers in Belfast, Maine

Belfast has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W19FA-D, 19 miles to the N.

Open Belfast in the live finder

17TV transmitters within 70 miles

5networks over the air

19 mito the closest tower

6,682population

Network channels in Belfast

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CWWABI-TVCW	5.2	20 mi	349° N	Fair	Bangor, ME
NBCWLBZNBC	2	27 mi	37° NE	Weak	Bangor, ME
ABCWVII-TVABC	7	32 mi	43° NE	Fair	Bangor, ME
FOXWFVX-LDFox	22	32 mi	43° NE	Fair	Bangor, ME
MeTVWBGR-LDMeTV	18.1	32 mi	11° N	Poor	Bangor/Dedham, ME

Over-the-air TV in Belfast

Belfast is a town of about 6,680 people in Maine. There are 17 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 full-power and 12 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 12 between 25 and 45 miles, and 2 farther out. Four of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Bangor, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Bangor's stations.

The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 7 (WVII-TV), NBC on channel 2 (WLBZ), Fox on channel 22 (WFVX-LD), CW on channel 5.2 (WABI-TV) and MeTV on channel 18.1 (WBGR-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WBZ-TV in Boston, MA, 184 miles to the southwest. 2 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 Belfast

Point your antenna NE, at about 40°. The main network towers for Belfast sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Belfast

The farthest main network tower for Belfast is WVII-TV (ABC), 32 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 Belfast

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
W19FA-DLow power	19 mi	349° N	Fair	Bangor, ME
W21EO-DLow power	19 mi	349° N	Weak	Orono, ME
W20ER-DLow power	31 mi	20° NNE	Weak	Bangor, ME
W32FS-DLow power	31 mi	20° NNE	Weak	Bangor, ME
W36FM-DLow power	32 mi	43° NE	Weak	Etna, ME
WMEB-TVFull power	32 mi	43° NE	Good	Orono, ME
W15DS-DLow power	32 mi	11° N	Poor	Bangor, ME
W34EQ-DLow power	32 mi	11° N	Poor	Bangor, ME
WFYW-LDLow power	34 mi	260° W	Poor	Fairfield/Waterville, ME
WEXZ-LDLow power	43 mi	341° NNW	Poor	Bangor, ME
WCBBFull power	53 mi	250° WSW	Good	Augusta, ME
W14DA-DLow power	63 mi	227° SW	Poor	Harpswell, ME

How Belfast compares with the rest of Maine

With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Belfast ranks 166th of 256 places in Maine: fewer than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 20 miles away, against a state median of 28 miles.

53% of Maine's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Bangor, 28 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Belfast: 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 43° NE, the direction of WVII-TV (ABC), 32 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 6 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 Belfast, ME?

ABC is on channel 7 from WVII-TV, broadcasting from 32 miles NE of Belfast. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is NBC in Belfast, ME?

NBC is on channel 2 from WLBZ, broadcasting from 27 miles NE of Belfast. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is Fox in Belfast, ME?

Fox is on channel 22 from WFVX-LD, broadcasting from 32 miles NE of Belfast. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Belfast, ME?

CW is on channel 5.2 from WABI-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles N of Belfast. Estimated signal: fair.

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

17 transmitters within 70 miles of Belfast; around 6 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 Belfast?

Point your antenna NE, at about 40°. The main network towers for Belfast sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Belfast?

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 Belfast?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Belfast?

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 Maine · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Belfast; signal estimates ignore terrain.