TV channels & antenna towers in La Vale, Maryland
La Vale has 26 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, CW and ION. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W16DT-D, 24 miles to the SW.
Network channels in La Vale
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWWCP-TVABC | 8.2 | 41 mi | 334° NNW | Weak | Johnstown, PA |
| CWWJAC-TVCW | 6.4 | 50 mi | 350° N | Good | Johnstown, PA |
| IONWWPX-TVION | 60 | 62 mi | 117° ESE | Poor | Martinsburg, WV |
| CBSWTAJ-TVCBS | 10 | 66 mi | 17° NNE | Weak | Altoona, PA |
| ABCWATM-TVABC | 23 | 66 mi | 17° NNE | Weak | Altoona, PA |
| IONWKBS-TVION | 47.4 | 66 mi | 17° NNE | Poor | Altoona, PA |
| ABCWTAE-TVABC | 4 | 68 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Pittsburgh, PA |
Over-the-air TV in La Vale
La Vale is a town of about 3,550 people in Maryland. There are 26 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 12 full-power, 2 Class A, 3 low-power and 9 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of La Vale, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 19 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Altoona, PA, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Altoona's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 8.2 (WWCP-TV), CBS on channel 10 (WTAJ-TV), CW on channel 6.4 (WJAC-TV) and ION on channel 60 (WWPX-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WPXI in Pittsburgh, PA, 84 miles to the northwest. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WPGH-TV in Pittsburgh, PA, 86 miles to the northwest. 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 La Vale
Point your antenna N, at about 355°. The main network towers for La Vale sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WTAJ-TV, WATM-TV and WKBS-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 66 miles north of La Vale (17° NNE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
WTAJ-TV (CBS) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from La Vale. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for La Vale
The farthest main network tower for La Vale is WTAJ-TV (CBS), 66 miles away with a weak 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 La Vale
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W16DT-DLow power | 24 mi | 217° SW | Fair | Keyser, WV |
| W21DZ-DTranslator | 24 mi | 168° SSE | Fair | Romney, WV |
| WGPTFull power | 31 mi | 236° SW | Good | Oakland, MD |
| W08EE-DTranslator | 42 mi | 108° ESE | Poor | Martinsburg, WV |
| W33EM-DTranslator | 44 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WWPBFull power | 45 mi | 90° E | Good | Hagerstown, MD |
| W33EJ-DTranslator | 47 mi | 186° S | Poor | Moorefield, WV |
| W27EI-DTranslator | 47 mi | 186° S | Poor | Moorefield, WV |
| W29DH-DTranslator | 47 mi | 186° S | Poor | Moorefield, WV |
| W24ES-DTranslator | 47 mi | 186° S | Poor | Moorefield, WV |
| W22CV-DTranslator | 47 mi | 186° S | Poor | Moorefield, WV |
| WWKH-CDClass A | 47 mi | 287° WNW | Poor | Uniontown, PA |
| WTOO-CDClass A | 50 mi | 350° N | Poor | Johnstown, PA |
| WNPB-TVFull power | 51 mi | 273° W | Good | Morgantown, WV |
| WVPYFull power | 54 mi | 152° SSE | Fair | New Market, VA |
| W25FE-DLow power | 62 mi | 64° ENE | Poor | Chambersburg, PA |
| WCZS-LDLow power | 62 mi | 64° ENE | Poor | Chambersburg, PA |
| W20EU-DTranslator | 63 mi | 64° ENE | Poor | Chambersburg, PA |
| WDVM-TVFull power | 64 mi | 139° SE | Good | Hagerstown, MD |
How La Vale compares with the rest of Maryland
With 8 stations at fair strength or better, La Vale ranks 332nd of 346 places in Maryland: fewer than the typical Maryland town (32). Its nearest major network tower is 41 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
12% of Maryland's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Cumberland, 2.6 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in La Vale: 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 17° NNE, the direction of WTAJ-TV (CBS), 66 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 8 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 La Vale, MD?
ABC is on channel 8.2 from WWCP-TV, broadcasting from 41 miles NNW of La Vale. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in La Vale, MD?
CBS is on channel 10 from WTAJ-TV, broadcasting from 66 miles NNE of La Vale. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in La Vale, MD?
CW is on channel 6.4 from WJAC-TV, broadcasting from 50 miles N of La Vale. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in La Vale?
26 transmitters within 70 miles of La Vale; around 8 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 La Vale?
Point your antenna N, at about 355°. The main network towers for La Vale sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in La Vale?
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 La Vale?
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 La Vale?
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 Maryland cities
- Bowling Green2.2 mi
- Cumberland2.6 mi
- Potomac Park3.0 mi
- Cresaptown4.5 mi
- Bel Air6.1 mi
- Frostburg6.3 mi
- Hancock34 mi
- Mountain Lake Park35 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Wiley Ford, WV3.4 mi
- Fort Ashby, WV11 mi
- Meyersdale, PA16 mi
- Keyser, WV17 mi
- Romney, WV22 mi
- Somerset, PA28 mi
- Bedford, PA30 mi
- Shawnee Land, VA41 mi
- Moorefield, WV42 mi
- Johnstown, PA47 mi
- Martinsburg, WV47 mi
- Winchester, VA47 mi
- Kingwood, WV48 mi
- Connellsville, PA48 mi
- Petersburg, WV49 mi
- Mercersburg, PA50 mi
More: all TV stations in Maryland · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of La Vale; signal estimates ignore terrain.