TV channels & antenna towers in Parsonsfield, Maine
Parsonsfield has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WIPL (ION), 12 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Parsonsfield
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWIPLION | 35 | 12 mi | 45° NE | Good | Lewiston, ME |
| CWWPXTCW | 51 | 12 mi | 45° NE | Strong | Portland, ME |
| ABCWMTWABC | 8 | 12 mi | 45° NE | Good | Poland Spring, ME |
| NBCWCSHNBC | 6 | 14 mi | 50° NE | Strong | Portland, ME |
| FOXWGME-TVFox | 13.2 | 26 mi | 58° ENE | Strong | Portland, ME |
| IONWPXG-TVION | 21 | 42 mi | 208° SSW | Fair | Concord, NH |
| ABCWMUR-TVABC | 9 | 61 mi | 213° SSW | Poor | Manchester, NH |
Over-the-air TV in Parsonsfield
Parsonsfield, Maine has a population of about 1,650. There are 17 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 13 full-power, 2 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 5 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 6 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 35 (WIPL). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WBZ-TV in Boston, MA, 99 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 Parsonsfield
Point your antenna NE, at about 51°. The main network towers for Parsonsfield 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 12 miles northeast of Parsonsfield (45° NE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Parsonsfield at fair strength or better, 83% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Parsonsfield, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Parsonsfield
The farthest main network tower for Parsonsfield is WGME-TV (Fox), 26 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WPXT is only 12 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 Parsonsfield
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 | 22 mi | 164° SSE | Good | Biddeford, ME |
| WPFOFull power | 26 mi | 58° ENE | Strong | Waterville, ME |
| W03AM-DTranslator | 29 mi | 26° NNE | Poor | Harrison, ME |
| WENH-TVFull power | 41 mi | 200° SSW | Fair | Durham, NH |
| WYDNFull power | 42 mi | 208° SSW | Fair | Lowell, MA |
| W04BS-DTranslator | 49 mi | 9° N | Poor | Bethel, ME |
| W14DA-DLow power | 50 mi | 84° E | Poor | Harpswell, ME |
| WCBBFull power | 54 mi | 57° ENE | Good | Augusta, ME |
| WLED-TVFull power | 59 mi | 317° NW | Fair | Littleton, NH |
| W36FE-DLow power | 61 mi | 269° W | Poor | Hanover, NH |
How Parsonsfield compares with the rest of Maine
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Parsonsfield ranks 15th of 256 places in Maine: more than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 12 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 Sanford, 21 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Parsonsfield: 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 58° ENE, the direction of WGME-TV (Fox), 26 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 12 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 Parsonsfield, ME?
ABC is on channel 8 from WMTW, broadcasting from 12 miles NE of Parsonsfield. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Parsonsfield, ME?
NBC is on channel 6 from WCSH, broadcasting from 14 miles NE of Parsonsfield. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Parsonsfield, ME?
Fox is on channel 13.2 from WGME-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles ENE of Parsonsfield. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Parsonsfield, ME?
CW is on channel 51 from WPXT, broadcasting from 12 miles NE of Parsonsfield. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Parsonsfield?
17 transmitters within 70 miles of Parsonsfield; around 12 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 Parsonsfield?
Point your antenna NE, at about 51°. The main network towers for Parsonsfield sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Parsonsfield?
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 Parsonsfield?
WPXT is only 12 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 Parsonsfield?
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 Parsonsfield; signal estimates ignore terrain.