TV channels & antenna towers in Kennebunk, Maine

Kennebunk has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WMEA-TV, 13 miles to the W.

15TV transmitters within 70 miles
5networks over the air
13 mito the closest tower
5,214population

Network channels in Kennebunk

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
IONWIPLION35 34 mi341° NNW FairLewiston, ME
CWWPXTCW51 34 mi341° NNW GoodPortland, ME
ABCWMTWABC8 34 mi341° NNW FairPoland Spring, ME
NBCWCSHNBC6 34 mi346° NNW GoodPortland, ME
FOXWGME-TVFox13.2 37 mi4° N GoodPortland, ME
IONWPXG-TVION21 41 mi251° WSW FairConcord, NH
ABCWMUR-TVABC9 59 mi243° WSW PoorManchester, NH

Over-the-air TV in Kennebunk

Kennebunk is a town of about 5,210 people in Maine. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 15 licensed TV transmitters: 12 full-power, 2 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 10 between 25 and 45 miles, and 4 farther out. Three of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Portland, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Portland's stations.

The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 8 (WMTW), NBC on channel 6 (WCSH), Fox on channel 13.2 (WGME-TV), CW on channel 51 (WPXT) and ION on channel 21 (WPXG-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WBZ-TV in Boston, MA, 82 miles to the southwest. 5 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 Kennebunk

Point your antenna N, at about 350°. The main network towers for Kennebunk sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Three network stations, WIPL, WPXT and WMTW, transmit from the same tower site about 34 miles north of Kennebunk (341° NNW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.

Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Kennebunk at fair strength or better, 83% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across one other direction.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Kennebunk

The farthest main network tower for Kennebunk is WGME-TV (Fox), 37 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.

Other stations near Kennebunk

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WMEA-TVFull power13 mi 280° WGoodBiddeford, ME
WENH-TVFull power36 mi 247° WSWFairDurham, NH
WPFOFull power37 mi 4° NGoodWaterville, ME
WYDNFull power41 mi 251° WSWFairLowell, MA
W14DA-DLow power42 mi 46° NEPoorHarpswell, ME
W03AM-DTranslator50 mi 353° NPoorHarrison, ME
WCBBFull power60 mi 26° NNEFairAugusta, ME
WLEK-LDLow power63 mi 201° SSWPoorConcord, NH

How Kennebunk compares with the rest of Maine

With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Kennebunk ranks 36th of 256 places in Maine: more than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 34 miles away, against a state median of 28 miles.

41% of Maine's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Biddeford, 8.8 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Kennebunk: step by step

  1. Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
  2. Point it toward 4° N, the direction of WGME-TV (Fox), 37 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 11 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Kennebunk, ME?

ABC is on channel 8 from WMTW, broadcasting from 34 miles NNW of Kennebunk. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is NBC in Kennebunk, ME?

NBC is on channel 6 from WCSH, broadcasting from 34 miles NNW of Kennebunk. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Kennebunk, ME?

Fox is on channel 13.2 from WGME-TV, broadcasting from 37 miles N of Kennebunk. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Kennebunk, ME?

CW is on channel 51 from WPXT, broadcasting from 34 miles NNW of Kennebunk. Estimated signal: good.

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

15 transmitters within 70 miles of Kennebunk; around 11 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Kennebunk?

Point your antenna N, at about 350°. The main network towers for Kennebunk sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Kennebunk?

Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Kennebunk?

An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Kennebunk?

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 Kennebunk; signal estimates ignore terrain.