TV channels & antenna towers in Lincoln, Maine

Lincoln has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W20ER-D, 38 miles to the SSW.

Open Lincoln in the live finder

15TV transmitters within 70 miles

5networks over the air

38 mito the closest tower

2,884population

Network channels in Lincoln

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
MeTVWBGR-LDMeTV	18.1	38 mi	209° SSW	Poor	Bangor/Dedham, ME
ABCWVII-TVABC	7	42 mi	184° S	Fair	Bangor, ME
FOXWFVX-LDFox	22	42 mi	184° S	Fair	Bangor, ME
NBCWLBZNBC	2	44 mi	191° S	Weak	Bangor, ME
CWWABI-TVCW	5.2	53 mi	212° SSW	Weak	Bangor, ME

Over-the-air TV in Lincoln

Lincoln, Maine has a population of about 2,880. Our map shows 15 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 5 full-power and 10 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 11 between 25 and 45 miles, and 4 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.

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, 219 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 Lincoln

Point your antenna S, at about 187°. The main network towers for Lincoln sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

WLBZ (NBC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Lincoln. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Lincoln

The farthest main network tower for Lincoln is WLBZ (NBC), 44 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 Lincoln

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
W20ER-DLow power	38 mi	201° SSW	Poor	Bangor, ME
W32FS-DLow power	38 mi	201° SSW	Poor	Bangor, ME
W15DS-DLow power	38 mi	209° SSW	Poor	Bangor, ME
W34EQ-DLow power	38 mi	209° SSW	Poor	Bangor, ME
WMEB-TVFull power	42 mi	184° S	Good	Orono, ME
W36FM-DLow power	42 mi	184° S	Poor	Etna, ME
WEXZ-LDLow power	45 mi	239° WSW	Poor	Bangor, ME
W19FA-DLow power	53 mi	212° SSW	Poor	Bangor, ME
W21EO-DLow power	53 mi	212° SSW	Poor	Orono, ME
WMED-TVFull power	62 mi	111° ESE	Poor	Calais, ME

How Lincoln compares with the rest of Maine

With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Lincoln ranks 221st of 256 places in Maine: fewer than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 38 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, 41 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Lincoln: 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 191° S, the direction of WLBZ (NBC), 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 3 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 Lincoln, ME?

ABC is on channel 7 from WVII-TV, broadcasting from 42 miles S of Lincoln. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is NBC in Lincoln, ME?

NBC is on channel 2 from WLBZ, broadcasting from 44 miles S of Lincoln. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is Fox in Lincoln, ME?

Fox is on channel 22 from WFVX-LD, broadcasting from 42 miles S of Lincoln. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Lincoln, ME?

CW is on channel 5.2 from WABI-TV, broadcasting from 53 miles SSW of Lincoln. Estimated signal: weak.

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

15 transmitters within 70 miles of Lincoln; around 3 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 Lincoln?

Point your antenna S, at about 187°. The main network towers for Lincoln sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Lincoln?

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 Lincoln?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Lincoln?

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 Lincoln; signal estimates ignore terrain.