TV channels & antenna towers in Wells Beach Station, Maine
Wells Beach Station has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WMEA-TV, 12 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in Wells Beach Station
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWIPLION | 35 | 37 mi | 347° NNW | Fair | Lewiston, ME |
| CWWPXTCW | 51 | 37 mi | 347° NNW | Good | Portland, ME |
| ABCWMTWABC | 8 | 37 mi | 347° NNW | Fair | Poland Spring, ME |
| NBCWCSHNBC | 6 | 37 mi | 351° N | Good | Portland, ME |
| IONWPXG-TVION | 21 | 38 mi | 256° WSW | Fair | Concord, NH |
| FOXWGME-TVFox | 13.2 | 42 mi | 7° N | Good | Portland, ME |
| ABCWMUR-TVABC | 9 | 56 mi | 245° WSW | Weak | Manchester, NH |
Over-the-air TV in Wells Beach Station
With roughly 10,200 residents, Wells Beach Station is a city in Maine. Our map shows 15 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 12 full-power, 2 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Wells Beach Station, 9 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles 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 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 21 (WPXG-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WBZ-TV in Boston, MA, 77 miles to the southwest. 5 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 Wells Beach Station
Point your antenna N, at about 355°. The main network towers for Wells Beach Station 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 37 miles north of Wells Beach Station (347° NNW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Wells Beach Station at fair strength or better, 83% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Wells Beach Station, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Wells Beach Station
The farthest main network tower for Wells Beach Station is WGME-TV (Fox), 42 miles away with a good 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 Wells Beach Station
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 | 12 mi | 301° WNW | Good | Biddeford, ME |
| WENH-TVFull power | 33 mi | 252° WSW | Fair | Durham, NH |
| WYDNFull power | 38 mi | 256° WSW | Fair | Lowell, MA |
| WPFOFull power | 42 mi | 7° N | Good | Waterville, ME |
| W14DA-DLow power | 46 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Harpswell, ME |
| W03AM-DTranslator | 54 mi | 356° N | Poor | Harrison, ME |
| WLEK-LDLow power | 58 mi | 200° SSW | Poor | Concord, NH |
| WCBBFull power | 64 mi | 27° NNE | Fair | Augusta, ME |
How Wells Beach Station compares with the rest of Maine
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Wells Beach Station ranks 36th of 256 places in Maine: more than the typical Maine town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 37 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, 12 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Wells Beach Station: 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 7° N, the direction of WGME-TV (Fox), 42 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 11 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 Wells Beach Station, ME?
ABC is on channel 8 from WMTW, broadcasting from 37 miles NNW of Wells Beach Station. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Wells Beach Station, ME?
NBC is on channel 6 from WCSH, broadcasting from 37 miles N of Wells Beach Station. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Wells Beach Station, ME?
Fox is on channel 13.2 from WGME-TV, broadcasting from 42 miles N of Wells Beach Station. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Wells Beach Station, ME?
CW is on channel 51 from WPXT, broadcasting from 37 miles NNW of Wells Beach Station. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Wells Beach Station?
15 transmitters within 70 miles of Wells Beach Station; around 11 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 Wells Beach Station?
Point your antenna N, at about 355°. The main network towers for Wells Beach Station sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Wells Beach Station?
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 Wells Beach Station?
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 Wells Beach Station?
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 Wells Beach Station; signal estimates ignore terrain.