TV channels & antenna towers in Swanville, Maine
Swanville has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W19FA-D, 13 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Swanville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWABI-TVCW | 5.2 | 13 mi | 342° NNW | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| NBCWLBZNBC | 2 | 22 mi | 47° NE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| MeTVWBGR-LDMeTV | 18.1 | 25 mi | 13° NNE | Weak | Bangor/Dedham, ME |
| ABCWVII-TVABC | 7 | 27 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| FOXWFVX-LDFox | 22 | 27 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
Over-the-air TV in Swanville
Swanville is a small community of about 1,410 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, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
4 of them are within 25 miles of Swanville, 11 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 2 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 WCAX-TV in Burlington, VT, 188 miles to the west. 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 Swanville
Point your antenna NE, at about 50°. The main network towers for Swanville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Swanville at fair strength or better, 67% 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 Swanville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Swanville
The farthest main network tower for Swanville is WVII-TV (ABC), 27 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Swanville
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 | 13 mi | 342° NNW | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| W21EO-DLow power | 13 mi | 342° NNW | Weak | Orono, ME |
| W20ER-DLow power | 25 mi | 25° NNE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| W32FS-DLow power | 25 mi | 25° NNE | Fair | Bangor, ME |
| W15DS-DLow power | 25 mi | 13° NNE | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| W34EQ-DLow power | 25 mi | 13° NNE | Weak | Bangor, ME |
| W36FM-DLow power | 27 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Etna, ME |
| WMEB-TVFull power | 27 mi | 52° NE | Good | Orono, ME |
| WFYW-LDLow power | 36 mi | 249° WSW | Poor | Fairfield/Waterville, ME |
| WEXZ-LDLow power | 37 mi | 338° NNW | Poor | Bangor, ME |
| WCBBFull power | 56 mi | 243° WSW | Good | Augusta, ME |
| W14DA-DLow power | 68 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Harpswell, ME |
How Swanville compares with the rest of Maine
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Swanville ranks 62nd of 256 places in Maine: more than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 13 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 Bangor, 22 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Swanville: 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 52° NE, the direction of WVII-TV (ABC), 27 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 10 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 Swanville, ME?
ABC is on channel 7 from WVII-TV, broadcasting from 27 miles NE of Swanville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Swanville, ME?
NBC is on channel 2 from WLBZ, broadcasting from 22 miles NE of Swanville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Swanville, ME?
Fox is on channel 22 from WFVX-LD, broadcasting from 27 miles NE of Swanville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Swanville, ME?
CW is on channel 5.2 from WABI-TV, broadcasting from 13 miles NNW of Swanville. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Swanville?
17 transmitters within 70 miles of Swanville; around 10 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 Swanville?
Point your antenna NE, at about 50°. The main network towers for Swanville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Swanville?
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 Swanville?
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 Swanville?
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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- Corinna31 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 Swanville; signal estimates ignore terrain.