TV channels & antenna towers in Ecorse, Michigan
Ecorse has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 20 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WLPC-CD, 7.9 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Ecorse
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWWJ-TVCBS | 62 | 14 mi | 354° N | Strong | Detroit, MI |
| FOXWJBKFox | 2 | 15 mi | 347° NNW | Good | Detroit, MI |
| ABCWXYZ-TVABC | 7 | 17 mi | 341° NNW | Strong | Detroit, MI |
| NBCWDIV-TVNBC | 4 | 17 mi | 350° N | Strong | Detroit, MI |
| IONWPXD-TVION | 31 | 19 mi | 333° NNW | Good | Ann Arbor, MI |
| CWWKBD-TVCW | 50 | 19 mi | 333° NNW | Good | Detroit, MI |
| CWWTVGCW | 13.2 | 41 mi | 200° SSW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| CBSWTOLCBS | 11 | 41 mi | 197° SSW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| NBCWNWO-TVNBC | 24 | 41 mi | 195° SSW | Good | Toledo, OH |
| FOXWUPWFox | 36 | 43 mi | 201° SSW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| CWWLAJCW | 53.2 | 70 mi | 296° WNW | Weak | Lansing, MI |
| CBSWLNS-TVCBS | 6 | 70 mi | 296° WNW | Weak | Lansing, MI |
Over-the-air TV in Ecorse
Ecorse, Michigan has a population of about 9,260. Our map shows 27 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 17 full-power, 3 Class A, 6 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 20 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 11 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 14 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 7 farther out. Five of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Detroit, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Detroit's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 7 (WXYZ-TV), CBS on channel 62 (WWJ-TV), NBC on channel 4 (WDIV-TV), Fox on channel 2 (WJBK), CW on channel 50 (WKBD-TV) and ION on channel 31 (WPXD-TV). 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 Ecorse
Point your antenna NNW, at about 348°. The main network towers for Ecorse sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WJBK, WXYZ-TV and WDIV-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 15 miles north of Ecorse (347° NNW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Ecorse at fair strength or better, 40% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Ecorse, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Ecorse
The farthest main network tower for Ecorse is WDIV-TV (NBC), 17 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
WTVS is only 14 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Ecorse
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WLPC-CDLow power | 7.9 mi | 40° NE | Fair | Redford, MI |
| WHPS-CDClass A | 11 mi | 9° N | Good | Detroit, MI |
| WTVSFull power | 14 mi | 354° N | Strong | Detroit, MI |
| WUDL-LDLow power | 14 mi | 354° N | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| WUDT-LDLow power | 14 mi | 354° N | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| WMYDFull power | 14 mi | 354° N | Strong | Detroit, MI |
| WHNE-LDLow power | 14 mi | 354° N | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| WDWO-CDClass A | 19 mi | 333° NNW | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| WADLFull power | 25 mi | 32° NNE | Good | Mount Clemens, MI |
| WGTE-TVFull power | 43 mi | 200° SSW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| WMNT-CDClass A | 45 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Toledo, OH |
| WDTJ-LDLow power | 46 mi | 207° SSW | Poor | Toledo, OH |
| WLMBFull power | 57 mi | 233° SW | Weak | Toledo, OH |
| WDMY-LDTranslator | 57 mi | 233° SW | Poor | Toledo, OH |
| WXON-LDLow power | 70 mi | 337° NNW | Poor | Flint, MI |
How Ecorse compares with the rest of Michigan
With 20 stations at fair strength or better, Ecorse ranks 91st of 447 places in Michigan: more than the typical Michigan town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 14 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.
26% of Michigan's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Lincoln Park, 1.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Ecorse: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 350° N, the direction of WDIV-TV (NBC), 17 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 20 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 Ecorse, MI?
ABC is on channel 7 from WXYZ-TV, broadcasting from 17 miles NNW of Ecorse. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Ecorse, MI?
CBS is on channel 62 from WWJ-TV, broadcasting from 14 miles N of Ecorse. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Ecorse, MI?
NBC is on channel 4 from WDIV-TV, broadcasting from 17 miles N of Ecorse. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Ecorse, MI?
Fox is on channel 2 from WJBK, broadcasting from 15 miles NNW of Ecorse. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Ecorse, MI?
CW is on channel 50 from WKBD-TV, broadcasting from 19 miles NNW of Ecorse. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ecorse?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Ecorse; around 20 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Ecorse?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 348°. The main network towers for Ecorse sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Ecorse?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Ecorse?
WTVS is only 14 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Ecorse?
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 Ecorse; signal estimates ignore terrain.