TV channels & antenna towers in Castine, Maine

Castine has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WLBZ (NBC), 25 miles to the NNE.

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17TV transmitters within 70 miles

5networks over the air

25 mito the closest tower

1,029population

Network channels in Castine

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
NBCWLBZNBC	2	25 mi	15° NNE	Weak	Bangor, ME
CWWABI-TVCW	5.2	26 mi	328° NNW	Fair	Bangor, ME
ABCWVII-TVABC	7	28 mi	24° NNE	Fair	Bangor, ME
FOXWFVX-LDFox	22	28 mi	24° NNE	Fair	Bangor, ME
MeTVWBGR-LDMeTV	18.1	34 mi	353° N	Poor	Bangor/Dedham, ME

Over-the-air TV in Castine

Castine, Maine has a population of about 1,030. Our map shows 17 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 5 full-power and 12 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 13 between 25 and 45 miles, and 3 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 best-placed network stations 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, 189 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 Castine

Point your antenna NNE, at about 19°. The main network towers for Castine 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 Castine, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Castine

The farthest main network tower for Castine is WVII-TV (ABC), 28 miles away with a fair 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 Castine

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	26 mi	328° NNW	Fair	Bangor, ME
W21EO-DLow power	26 mi	328° NNW	Poor	Orono, ME
W36FM-DLow power	28 mi	24° NNE	Fair	Etna, ME
WMEB-TVFull power	28 mi	24° NNE	Good	Orono, ME
W20ER-DLow power	32 mi	1° N	Weak	Bangor, ME
W32FS-DLow power	32 mi	1° N	Weak	Bangor, ME
W15DS-DLow power	34 mi	353° N	Poor	Bangor, ME
W34EQ-DLow power	34 mi	353° N	Poor	Bangor, ME
WFYW-LDLow power	44 mi	266° W	Poor	Fairfield/Waterville, ME
WEXZ-LDLow power	50 mi	331° NNW	Poor	Bangor, ME
WCBBFull power	62 mi	255° WSW	Fair	Augusta, ME
W14DA-DLow power	70 mi	235° SW	Poor	Harpswell, ME

How Castine compares with the rest of Maine

With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Castine ranks 132nd of 256 places in Maine: fewer than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 25 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, 29 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Castine: 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 24° NNE, the direction of WVII-TV (ABC), 28 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 Castine, ME?

ABC is on channel 7 from WVII-TV, broadcasting from 28 miles NNE of Castine. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is NBC in Castine, ME?

NBC is on channel 2 from WLBZ, broadcasting from 25 miles NNE of Castine. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is Fox in Castine, ME?

Fox is on channel 22 from WFVX-LD, broadcasting from 28 miles NNE of Castine. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Castine, ME?

CW is on channel 5.2 from WABI-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles NNW of Castine. Estimated signal: fair.

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

17 transmitters within 70 miles of Castine; 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 Castine?

Point your antenna NNE, at about 19°. The main network towers for Castine sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Castine?

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 Castine?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Castine?

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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