TV channels & antenna towers in Dover-Foxcroft, Maine
Dover-Foxcroft has 15 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, 12 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Dover-Foxcroft
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVWBGR-LDMeTV | 18.1 | 27 mi | 141° SE | Weak | Bangor/Dedham, ME |
| CWWABI-TVCW | 5.2 | 34 mi | 168° SSE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| NBCWLBZNBC | 2 | 41 mi | 138° SE | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| ABCWVII-TVABC | 7 | 44 mi | 132° SE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| FOXWFVX-LDFox | 22 | 44 mi | 132° SE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
Over-the-air TV in Dover-Foxcroft
Dover-Foxcroft is a town of about 2,530 people in Maine. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 15 licensed TV transmitters: 4 full-power and 11 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Dover-Foxcroft, 13 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 1 is 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.
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 WCAX-TV in Burlington, VT, 182 miles to the west. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Dover-Foxcroft
Point your antenna SE, at about 135°. The main network towers for Dover-Foxcroft 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 Dover-Foxcroft, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Dover-Foxcroft
The farthest main network tower for Dover-Foxcroft is WVII-TV (ABC), 44 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 Dover-Foxcroft
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 | 12 mi | 195° SSW | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| W15DS-DLow power | 27 mi | 141° SE | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| W34EQ-DLow power | 27 mi | 141° SE | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| W20ER-DLow power | 31 mi | 136° SE | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| W32FS-DLow power | 31 mi | 136° SE | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| W19FA-DLow power | 34 mi | 168° SSE | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| W21EO-DLow power | 34 mi | 168° SSE | Poor | Orono, ME |
| WMEB-TVFull power | 43 mi | 132° SE | Good | Orono, ME |
| W36FM-DLow power | 44 mi | 132° SE | Poor | Etna, ME |
| WFYW-LDLow power | 63 mi | 201° SSW | Poor | Fairfield/Waterville, ME |
How Dover-Foxcroft compares with the rest of Maine
With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Dover-Foxcroft ranks 195th of 256 places in Maine: fewer than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 27 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, 34 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Dover-Foxcroft: 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 132° SE, the direction of WVII-TV (ABC), 44 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 Dover-Foxcroft, ME?
ABC is on channel 7 from WVII-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles SE of Dover-Foxcroft. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Dover-Foxcroft, ME?
NBC is on channel 2 from WLBZ, broadcasting from 41 miles SE of Dover-Foxcroft. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Dover-Foxcroft, ME?
Fox is on channel 22 from WFVX-LD, broadcasting from 44 miles SE of Dover-Foxcroft. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Dover-Foxcroft, ME?
CW is on channel 5.2 from WABI-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles SSE of Dover-Foxcroft. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Dover-Foxcroft?
15 transmitters within 70 miles of Dover-Foxcroft; 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 Dover-Foxcroft?
Point your antenna SE, at about 135°. The main network towers for Dover-Foxcroft sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Dover-Foxcroft?
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 Dover-Foxcroft?
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 Dover-Foxcroft?
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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- Bangor34 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 Dover-Foxcroft; signal estimates ignore terrain.