TV channels & antenna towers in Northport, Maine
Northport has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W19FA-D, 26 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Northport
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWABI-TVCW | 5.2 | 26 mi | 347° NNW | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| NBCWLBZNBC | 2 | 31 mi | 27° NNE | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| ABCWVII-TVABC | 7 | 35 mi | 34° NNE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| FOXWFVX-LDFox | 22 | 35 mi | 34° NNE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| MeTVWBGR-LDMeTV | 18.1 | 38 mi | 6° N | Poor | Bangor/Dedham, ME |
Over-the-air TV in Northport
Northport, Maine has a population of about 1,380. There are 17 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 full-power and 12 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Northport, 14 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 3 are 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.
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 WBZ-TV in Boston, MA, 181 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 Northport
Point your antenna NNE, at about 30°. The main network towers for Northport 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 Northport, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Northport
The farthest main network tower for Northport is WVII-TV (ABC), 35 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 Northport
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 | 347° NNW | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| W21EO-DLow power | 26 mi | 347° NNW | Poor | Orono, ME |
| W36FM-DLow power | 35 mi | 34° NNE | Weak | Etna, ME |
| WMEB-TVFull power | 35 mi | 33° NNE | Good | Orono, ME |
| WFYW-LDLow power | 36 mi | 270° W | Poor | Fairfield/Waterville, ME |
| W20ER-DLow power | 37 mi | 14° NNE | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| W32FS-DLow power | 37 mi | 14° NNE | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| W15DS-DLow power | 38 mi | 6° N | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W34EQ-DLow power | 38 mi | 6° N | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| WEXZ-LDLow power | 50 mi | 341° NNW | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| WCBBFull power | 53 mi | 257° WSW | Good | Augusta, ME |
| W14DA-DLow power | 61 mi | 233° SW | Poor | Harpswell, ME |
How Northport compares with the rest of Maine
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Northport ranks 166th of 256 places in Maine: fewer than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 26 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, 33 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Northport: 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 34° NNE, the direction of WVII-TV (ABC), 35 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 6 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 Northport, ME?
ABC is on channel 7 from WVII-TV, broadcasting from 35 miles NNE of Northport. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Northport, ME?
NBC is on channel 2 from WLBZ, broadcasting from 31 miles NNE of Northport. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Northport, ME?
Fox is on channel 22 from WFVX-LD, broadcasting from 35 miles NNE of Northport. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Northport, ME?
CW is on channel 5.2 from WABI-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles NNW of Northport. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Northport?
17 transmitters within 70 miles of Northport; around 6 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 Northport?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 30°. The main network towers for Northport sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Northport?
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 Northport?
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 Northport?
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 Northport; signal estimates ignore terrain.