TV channels & antenna towers in Lake Arrowhead, Maine
Lake Arrowhead has 17 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 WIPL (ION), 13 miles to the N.
Network channels in Lake Arrowhead
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWIPLION | 35 | 13 mi | 354° N | Good | Lewiston, ME |
| CWWPXTCW | 51 | 13 mi | 354° N | Strong | Portland, ME |
| ABCWMTWABC | 8 | 13 mi | 354° N | Good | Poland Spring, ME |
| NBCWCSHNBC | 6 | 14 mi | 5° N | Strong | Portland, ME |
| FOXWGME-TVFox | 13.2 | 22 mi | 34° NE | Strong | Portland, ME |
| IONWPXG-TVION | 21 | 44 mi | 222° SW | Fair | Concord, NH |
| ABCWMUR-TVABC | 9 | 64 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Manchester, NH |
Over-the-air TV in Lake Arrowhead
With roughly 3,070 residents, Lake Arrowhead is a town in Maine. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 17 licensed TV transmitters: 13 full-power, 2 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 7 transmitters are within 25 miles, 5 between 25 and 45 miles, and 5 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 best-placed network stations 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 35 (WIPL). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WBZ-TV in Boston, MA, 97 miles to the south. 6 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 Lake Arrowhead
Point your antenna N, at about 11°. The main network towers for Lake Arrowhead 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 13 miles north of Lake Arrowhead (354° N). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Lake Arrowhead at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Lake Arrowhead, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Lake Arrowhead
The farthest main network tower for Lake Arrowhead is WGME-TV (Fox), 22 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WPXT is only 13 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Lake Arrowhead
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WMEA-TVFull power | 17 mi | 192° SSW | Good | Biddeford, ME |
| WPFOFull power | 22 mi | 34° NE | Strong | Waterville, ME |
| W03AM-DTranslator | 30 mi | 6° N | Poor | Harrison, ME |
| W14DA-DLow power | 41 mi | 76° ENE | Poor | Harpswell, ME |
| WENH-TVFull power | 41 mi | 215° SW | Fair | Durham, NH |
| WYDNFull power | 44 mi | 222° SW | Fair | Lowell, MA |
| WCBBFull power | 50 mi | 47° NE | Good | Augusta, ME |
| W04BS-DTranslator | 53 mi | 358° N | Poor | Bethel, ME |
| WLED-TVFull power | 69 mi | 314° NW | Weak | Littleton, NH |
| WFYW-LDLow power | 70 mi | 48° NE | Poor | Fairfield/Waterville, ME |
How Lake Arrowhead compares with the rest of Maine
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Lake Arrowhead ranks 36th of 256 places in Maine: more than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 13 miles away, against a state median of 28 miles.
6% of Maine's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Sanford, 16 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Lake Arrowhead: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 34° NE, the direction of WGME-TV (Fox), 22 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 11 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 Lake Arrowhead, ME?
ABC is on channel 8 from WMTW, broadcasting from 13 miles N of Lake Arrowhead. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Lake Arrowhead, ME?
NBC is on channel 6 from WCSH, broadcasting from 14 miles N of Lake Arrowhead. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Lake Arrowhead, ME?
Fox is on channel 13.2 from WGME-TV, broadcasting from 22 miles NE of Lake Arrowhead. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Lake Arrowhead, ME?
CW is on channel 51 from WPXT, broadcasting from 13 miles N of Lake Arrowhead. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Lake Arrowhead?
17 transmitters within 70 miles of Lake Arrowhead; around 11 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Lake Arrowhead?
Point your antenna N, at about 11°. The main network towers for Lake Arrowhead sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Lake Arrowhead?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Lake Arrowhead?
WPXT is only 13 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Lake Arrowhead?
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
- Limington4.9 mi
- Waterboro8.9 mi
- Buxton11 mi
- Gorham15 mi
- Sanford16 mi
- Westbrook18 mi
- Biddeford18 mi
- Saco18 mi
- West Scarborough19 mi
- North Windham19 mi
- Lebanon19 mi
- Old Orchard Beach21 mi
- South Portland Gardens21 mi
- Kennebunk22 mi
- Portland24 mi
- Wells Beach Station25 mi
- South Portland25 mi
- Yarmouth29 mi
- South Berwick30 mi
- New Gloucester31 mi
Nearby cities in other states
More: all TV stations in Maine · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Lake Arrowhead; signal estimates ignore terrain.