TV channels & antenna towers in Paris, Maine
Paris has 14 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W03AM-D, 14 miles to the SW.
Network channels in Paris
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWGME-TVFox | 13.2 | 23 mi | 179° S | Strong | Portland, ME |
| NBCWCSHNBC | 6 | 30 mi | 201° SSW | Good | Portland, ME |
| IONWIPLION | 35 | 31 mi | 204° SSW | Fair | Lewiston, ME |
| CWWPXTCW | 51 | 31 mi | 204° SSW | Good | Portland, ME |
| ABCWMTWABC | 8 | 31 mi | 204° SSW | Fair | Poland Spring, ME |
Over-the-air TV in Paris
Paris is a town of about 5,070 people in Maine. There are 14 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 9 full-power, 2 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
4 of them are within 25 miles of Paris, 7 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 3 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 5 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 WCAX-TV in Burlington, VT, 116 miles to the west. 4 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 Paris
Point your antenna SSW, at about 195°. The main network towers for Paris 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 31 miles southwest of Paris (204° SSW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Paris at fair strength or better, 60% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Paris, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Paris
The farthest main network tower for Paris is WMTW (ABC), 31 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Paris
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W03AM-DTranslator | 14 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Harrison, ME |
| W04BS-DTranslator | 18 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Bethel, ME |
| WPFOFull power | 23 mi | 179° S | Strong | Waterville, ME |
| WCBBFull power | 25 mi | 107° ESE | Strong | Augusta, ME |
| WFYW-LDLow power | 41 mi | 82° E | Poor | Fairfield/Waterville, ME |
| W14DA-DLow power | 42 mi | 138° SE | Poor | Harpswell, ME |
| WMEA-TVFull power | 60 mi | 195° SSW | Weak | Biddeford, ME |
| WLED-TVFull power | 61 mi | 276° W | Weak | Littleton, NH |
| W34DQ-DTranslator | 63 mi | 319° NW | Poor | Pittsburgh, NH |
How Paris compares with the rest of Maine
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Paris ranks 132nd of 256 places in Maine: fewer than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 23 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 Auburn, 17 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Paris: step by step
- 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.
- Point it toward 204° SSW, the direction of WMTW (ABC), 31 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 7 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 Paris, ME?
ABC is on channel 8 from WMTW, broadcasting from 31 miles SSW of Paris. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Paris, ME?
NBC is on channel 6 from WCSH, broadcasting from 30 miles SSW of Paris. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Paris, ME?
Fox is on channel 13.2 from WGME-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles S of Paris. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Paris, ME?
CW is on channel 51 from WPXT, broadcasting from 31 miles SSW of Paris. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Paris?
14 transmitters within 70 miles of Paris; around 7 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 Paris?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 195°. The main network towers for Paris sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Paris?
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 Paris?
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 Paris?
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
- Turner12 mi
- Harrison14 mi
- Poland15 mi
- Auburn17 mi
- Bethel17 mi
- Lewiston18 mi
- Rumford20 mi
- Jay22 mi
- New Gloucester23 mi
- Lisbon25 mi
- North Windham30 mi
- Farmington33 mi
- Topsham35 mi
- Yarmouth35 mi
- Brunswick36 mi
- Augusta36 mi
- Gardiner36 mi
- Richmond37 mi
- Limington38 mi
- Gorham40 mi
- Strong40 mi
- North Bath41 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 Paris; signal estimates ignore terrain.