TV channels & antenna towers in Croswell, Michigan
Croswell has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WADL, 52 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Croswell
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWEYI-TVNBC | 25 | 56 mi | 266° W | Good | Saginaw, MI |
| CWWBSFCW | 46 | 56 mi | 266° W | Good | Bay City, MI |
| NBCWDIV-TVNBC | 4 | 62 mi | 209° SSW | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| CBSWNEM-TVCBS | 5 | 63 mi | 283° WNW | Fair | Bay City, MI |
| CBSWWJ-TVCBS | 62 | 64 mi | 206° SSW | Weak | Detroit, MI |
| FOXWJBKFox | 2 | 64 mi | 208° SSW | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| ABCWXYZ-TVABC | 7 | 64 mi | 210° SSW | Weak | Detroit, MI |
| IONWPXD-TVION | 31 | 65 mi | 213° SSW | Weak | Ann Arbor, MI |
| CWWKBD-TVCW | 50 | 65 mi | 213° SSW | Weak | Detroit, MI |
Over-the-air TV in Croswell
With roughly 2,340 residents, Croswell is a small community in Michigan. Our map shows 23 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 13 full-power, 2 Class A and 8 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Croswell, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 23 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Detroit, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Detroit's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 7 (WXYZ-TV), CBS on channel 5 (WNEM-TV), NBC on channel 25 (WEYI-TV), Fox on channel 2 (WJBK), CW on channel 46 (WBSF) and ION on channel 31 (WPXD-TV). 4 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 Croswell
The main network towers around Croswell are in different directions: ABC 210° SSW (64 mi), CBS 283° WNW (63 mi), NBC 266° W (56 mi) and Fox 208° SSW (64 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WEYI-TV and WBSF, transmit from the same tower site about 56 miles west of Croswell (266° W). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Croswell at fair strength or better, 75% arrive from the west; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WXYZ-TV (ABC), WNEM-TV (CBS) and WJBK (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Croswell. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Croswell
The farthest main network tower for Croswell is WXYZ-TV (ABC), 64 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 Croswell
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WADLFull power | 52 mi | 195° SSW | Fair | Mount Clemens, MI |
| WXON-LDLow power | 54 mi | 263° W | Poor | Flint, MI |
| WDCQ-TVFull power | 55 mi | 290° WNW | Fair | Bad Axe, MI |
| W35DQ-DLow power | 58 mi | 265° W | Poor | Midland, MI |
| WTVSFull power | 64 mi | 206° SSW | Weak | Detroit, MI |
| WUDL-LDLow power | 64 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WUDT-LDLow power | 64 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WMYDFull power | 64 mi | 206° SSW | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| WHNE-LDLow power | 64 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WDWO-CDClass A | 65 mi | 213° SSW | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WHPS-CDClass A | 65 mi | 203° SSW | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WFFC-LDLow power | 66 mi | 277° W | Poor | Midland, MI |
| WLPC-CDLow power | 69 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Redford, MI |
| WKNX-LDLow power | 70 mi | 292° WNW | Poor | Bay City, MI |
How Croswell compares with the rest of Michigan
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Croswell ranks 387th of 447 places in Michigan: fewer than the typical Michigan town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 56 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.
19% of Michigan's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Port Huron, 23 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Croswell: 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 210° SSW, the direction of WXYZ-TV (ABC), 64 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 7 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 Croswell, MI?
ABC is on channel 7 from WXYZ-TV, broadcasting from 64 miles SSW of Croswell. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in Croswell, MI?
CBS is on channel 5 from WNEM-TV, broadcasting from 63 miles WNW of Croswell. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Croswell, MI?
NBC is on channel 25 from WEYI-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles W of Croswell. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Croswell, MI?
Fox is on channel 2 from WJBK, broadcasting from 64 miles SSW of Croswell. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Croswell, MI?
CW is on channel 46 from WBSF, broadcasting from 56 miles W of Croswell. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Croswell?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Croswell; around 7 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 Croswell?
The main network towers around Croswell are in different directions: ABC 210° SSW (64 mi), CBS 283° WNW (63 mi), NBC 266° W (56 mi) and Fox 208° SSW (64 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Croswell?
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. The towers are spread over about 75° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Croswell?
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 Croswell?
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 Michigan · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Croswell; signal estimates ignore terrain.