TV channels & antenna towers in Searsmont, Maine
Searsmont 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 WFYW-LD, 24 miles to the W.
Network channels in Searsmont
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWABI-TVCW | 5.2 | 24 mi | 14° NNE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| NBCWLBZNBC | 2 | 37 mi | 45° NE | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| MeTVWBGR-LDMeTV | 18.1 | 39 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Bangor/Dedham, ME |
| ABCWVII-TVABC | 7 | 41 mi | 48° NE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| FOXWFVX-LDFox | 22 | 41 mi | 48° NE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
Over-the-air TV in Searsmont
Searsmont is a small community of about 1,220 people in Maine. 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.
By distance, 4 transmitters are within 25 miles, 11 between 25 and 45 miles, and 2 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.
The strongest network signals here 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, 175 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 Searsmont
Point your antenna NE, at about 46°. The main network towers for Searsmont 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 Searsmont, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Searsmont
The farthest main network tower for Searsmont is WVII-TV (ABC), 41 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Searsmont
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WFYW-LDLow power | 24 mi | 266° W | Poor | Fairfield/Waterville, ME |
| W19FA-DLow power | 24 mi | 14° NNE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| W21EO-DLow power | 24 mi | 14° NNE | Poor | Orono, ME |
| W15DS-DLow power | 39 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W34EQ-DLow power | 39 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W20ER-DLow power | 39 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W32FS-DLow power | 39 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W36FM-DLow power | 41 mi | 48° NE | Poor | Etna, ME |
| WMEB-TVFull power | 42 mi | 48° NE | Good | Orono, ME |
| WCBBFull power | 43 mi | 251° WSW | Good | Augusta, ME |
| WEXZ-LDLow power | 46 mi | 354° N | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| W14DA-DLow power | 53 mi | 224° SW | Poor | Harpswell, ME |
How Searsmont compares with the rest of Maine
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Searsmont ranks 166th of 256 places in Maine: fewer than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 24 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, 37 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Searsmont: 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 48° NE, the direction of WVII-TV (ABC), 41 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 Searsmont, ME?
ABC is on channel 7 from WVII-TV, broadcasting from 41 miles NE of Searsmont. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Searsmont, ME?
NBC is on channel 2 from WLBZ, broadcasting from 37 miles NE of Searsmont. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Searsmont, ME?
Fox is on channel 22 from WFVX-LD, broadcasting from 41 miles NE of Searsmont. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Searsmont, ME?
CW is on channel 5.2 from WABI-TV, broadcasting from 24 miles NNE of Searsmont. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Searsmont?
17 transmitters within 70 miles of Searsmont; 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 Searsmont?
Point your antenna NE, at about 46°. The main network towers for Searsmont sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Searsmont?
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 Searsmont?
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 Searsmont?
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
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- Augusta29 mi
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- Pittsfield31 mi
- Richmond35 mi
- Bangor37 mi
- Brewer37 mi
- Skowhegan38 mi
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- Boothbay40 mi
- Ellsworth40 mi
- Tremont42 mi
- North Bath43 mi
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- Orono44 mi
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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 Searsmont; signal estimates ignore terrain.