TV channels & antenna towers in West Dennis, Massachusetts
West Dennis has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox, CW, Telemundo and MeTV. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WWDP, 51 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in West Dennis
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMWYCN-LDTelemundo | 8 | 55 mi | 295° WNW | Poor | Providence, RI |
| CWWNAC-TVCW | 64.2 | 59 mi | 285° WNW | Weak | Providence, RI |
| MeTVWLNE-TVMeTV | 6.5 | 59 mi | 284° WNW | Fair | New Bedford, MA |
| ABCWJARABC | 10.2 | 59 mi | 284° WNW | Fair | Providence, RI |
| TLMWRIW-CDTelemundo | 51 | 59 mi | 284° WNW | Poor | Providence, RI |
| CBSWPRI-TVCBS | 12 | 60 mi | 284° WNW | Weak | Providence, RI |
| FOXWFXTFox | 25 | 69 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Boston, MA |
| CWWLVICW | 56 | 70 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Cambridge, MA |
Over-the-air TV in West Dennis
With roughly 2,240 residents, West Dennis is a small community in Massachusetts. Our map shows 21 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 11 full-power, 2 Class A, 7 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
0 of them are within 25 miles of West Dennis, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 21 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Providence, RI, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Providence's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 10.2 (WJAR), CBS on channel 12 (WPRI-TV), Fox on channel 25 (WFXT), CW on channel 64.2 (WNAC-TV), Telemundo on channel 51 (WRIW-CD) and MeTV on channel 6.5 (WLNE-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WBTS-CD in Nashua, NH, 71 miles to the northwest. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 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 West Dennis
Point your antenna WNW, at about 293°. The main network towers for West Dennis sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, WNAC-TV, WLNE-TV, WJAR, WRIW-CD and WPRI-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 59 miles west of West Dennis (285° WNW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
WJAR (ABC), WPRI-TV (CBS) and WFXT (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from West Dennis. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for West Dennis
The farthest main network tower for West Dennis is WFXT (Fox), 69 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 West Dennis
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WWDPFull power | 51 mi | 298° WNW | Poor | Norwell, MA |
| WMFPFull power | 51 mi | 298° WNW | Poor | Foxborough, MA |
| WSBE-TVFull power | 59 mi | 284° WNW | Poor | Providence, RI |
| WCRN-LDLow power | 60 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WWOO-LDLow power | 66 mi | 317° NW | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| WHDT-LDLow power | 66 mi | 316° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WCEA-LDLow power | 66 mi | 316° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WFXZ-CDClass A | 69 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WGBH-TVFull power | 69 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
| WVCC-LDLow power | 69 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| WMPX-LDLow power | 70 mi | 290° WNW | Poor | Dennis, MA |
| WHDHFull power | 70 mi | 310° NW | Weak | Boston, MA |
| W26EU-DTranslator | 70 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Boston, MA |
How West Dennis compares with the rest of Massachusetts
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, West Dennis ranks 375th of 390 places in Massachusetts: fewer than the typical Massachusetts town (29). Its nearest major network tower is 55 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.
25% of Massachusetts's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Yarmouth, 4.0 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in West Dennis: 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 310° NW, the direction of WFXT (Fox), 69 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 2 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 West Dennis, MA?
ABC is on channel 10.2 from WJAR, broadcasting from 59 miles WNW of West Dennis. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in West Dennis, MA?
CBS is on channel 12 from WPRI-TV, broadcasting from 60 miles WNW of West Dennis. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in West Dennis, MA?
Fox is on channel 25 from WFXT, broadcasting from 69 miles NW of West Dennis. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in West Dennis, MA?
CW is on channel 64.2 from WNAC-TV, broadcasting from 59 miles WNW of West Dennis. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Telemundo in West Dennis, MA?
Telemundo is on channel 51 from WRIW-CD, broadcasting from 59 miles WNW of West Dennis. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in West Dennis?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of West Dennis; around 2 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 West Dennis?
Point your antenna WNW, at about 293°. The main network towers for West Dennis sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in West Dennis?
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 West Dennis?
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 West Dennis?
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 Massachusetts · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of West Dennis; signal estimates ignore terrain.