TV channels & antenna towers in Sullivan, Maine

Sullivan has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W36FM-D, 25 miles to the NW.

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15TV transmitters within 70 miles

5networks over the air

25 mito the closest tower

1,232population

Network channels in Sullivan

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
ABCWVII-TVABC	7	25 mi	312° NW	Fair	Bangor, ME
FOXWFVX-LDFox	22	25 mi	312° NW	Fair	Bangor, ME
NBCWLBZNBC	2	28 mi	303° WNW	Weak	Bangor, ME
MeTVWBGR-LDMeTV	18.1	42 mi	307° NW	Poor	Bangor/Dedham, ME
CWWABI-TVCW	5.2	45 mi	287° WNW	Fair	Bangor, ME

Over-the-air TV in Sullivan

Sullivan, Maine has a population of about 1,230. There are 15 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 full-power and 10 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 4 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 5 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 WBZ-TV in Boston, MA, 216 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 Sullivan

Point your antenna NW, at about 308°. The main network towers for Sullivan 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 Sullivan, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Sullivan

The farthest main network tower for Sullivan is WLBZ (NBC), 28 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 Sullivan

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
W36FM-DLow power	25 mi	313° NW	Fair	Etna, ME
WMEB-TVFull power	25 mi	313° NW	Strong	Orono, ME
W20ER-DLow power	37 mi	309° NW	Weak	Bangor, ME
W32FS-DLow power	37 mi	309° NW	Weak	Bangor, ME
W15DS-DLow power	42 mi	307° NW	Poor	Bangor, ME
W34EQ-DLow power	42 mi	307° NW	Poor	Bangor, ME
W19FA-DLow power	45 mi	287° WNW	Poor	Bangor, ME
W21EO-DLow power	45 mi	287° WNW	Poor	Orono, ME
WMED-TVFull power	55 mi	50° NE	Poor	Calais, ME
WEXZ-LDLow power	64 mi	303° WNW	Poor	Bangor, ME

How Sullivan compares with the rest of Maine

With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Sullivan ranks 195th of 256 places in Maine: fewer than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 25 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, 35 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Sullivan: 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 303° WNW, the direction of WLBZ (NBC), 28 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 5 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 Sullivan, ME?

ABC is on channel 7 from WVII-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles NW of Sullivan. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is NBC in Sullivan, ME?

NBC is on channel 2 from WLBZ, broadcasting from 28 miles WNW of Sullivan. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is Fox in Sullivan, ME?

Fox is on channel 22 from WFVX-LD, broadcasting from 25 miles NW of Sullivan. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Sullivan, ME?

CW is on channel 5.2 from WABI-TV, broadcasting from 45 miles WNW of Sullivan. Estimated signal: fair.

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

15 transmitters within 70 miles of Sullivan; around 5 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 Sullivan?

Point your antenna NW, at about 308°. The main network towers for Sullivan sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Sullivan?

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 Sullivan?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Sullivan?

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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