TV channels & antenna towers in Canaan, Maine
Canaan has 18 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WEXZ-LD, 22 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Canaan
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWABI-TVCW | 5.2 | 24 mi | 99° E | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| MeTVWBGR-LDMeTV | 18.1 | 34 mi | 76° ENE | Poor | Bangor/Dedham, ME |
| NBCWLBZNBC | 2 | 44 mi | 92° E | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| ABCWVII-TVABC | 7 | 49 mi | 90° E | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| FOXWFVX-LDFox | 22 | 49 mi | 90° E | Weak | Bangor, ME |
Over-the-air TV in Canaan
With roughly 2,100 residents, Canaan is a small community in Maine. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 18 licensed TV transmitters: 5 full-power, 12 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
4 of them are within 25 miles of Canaan, 7 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 7 are more than 45 miles 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.
For the networks, the best local options 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 WCAX-TV in Burlington, VT, 161 miles to the west. 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 Canaan
Point your antenna E, at about 91°. The main network towers for Canaan sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
WVII-TV (ABC) and WLBZ (NBC) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Canaan. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Canaan
The farthest main network tower for Canaan is WVII-TV (ABC), 49 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 Canaan
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WEXZ-LDLow power | 22 mi | 37° NE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| W19FA-DLow power | 24 mi | 100° E | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| W21EO-DLow power | 24 mi | 100° E | Poor | Orono, ME |
| WFYW-LDLow power | 30 mi | 192° SSW | Poor | Fairfield/Waterville, ME |
| W15DS-DLow power | 34 mi | 76° ENE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W34EQ-DLow power | 34 mi | 76° ENE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W20ER-DLow power | 39 mi | 80° E | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W32FS-DLow power | 39 mi | 80° E | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| WCBBFull power | 47 mi | 208° SSW | Good | Augusta, ME |
| WMEB-TVFull power | 49 mi | 90° E | Good | Orono, ME |
| W36FM-DLow power | 49 mi | 90° E | Poor | Etna, ME |
| W04BS-DTranslator | 64 mi | 249° WSW | Poor | Bethel, ME |
| W14DA-DLow power | 69 mi | 196° SSW | Poor | Harpswell, ME |
How Canaan compares with the rest of Maine
With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Canaan ranks 195th of 256 places in Maine: fewer than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 24 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, 39 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Canaan: 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 90° E, the direction of WVII-TV (ABC), 49 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 5 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 Canaan, ME?
ABC is on channel 7 from WVII-TV, broadcasting from 49 miles E of Canaan. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is NBC in Canaan, ME?
NBC is on channel 2 from WLBZ, broadcasting from 44 miles E of Canaan. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Canaan, ME?
Fox is on channel 22 from WFVX-LD, broadcasting from 49 miles E of Canaan. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Canaan, ME?
CW is on channel 5.2 from WABI-TV, broadcasting from 24 miles E of Canaan. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Canaan?
18 transmitters within 70 miles of Canaan; around 5 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 Canaan?
Point your antenna E, at about 91°. The main network towers for Canaan sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Canaan?
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 Canaan?
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 Canaan?
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 Maine cities
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- Belfast36 mi
- Jay37 mi
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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 Canaan; signal estimates ignore terrain.