TV channels & antenna towers in Ludington, Michigan

Ludington has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC and CW. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WCMW, 9.7 miles to the NE.

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20TV transmitters within 70 miles

4networks over the air

9.7 mito the closest tower

8,058population

Network channels in Ludington

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
ABCWZZMABC	13	52 mi	149° SSE	Fair	Grand Rapids, MI
CWWFQX-TVCW	32.2	57 mi	77° ENE	Fair	Cadillac, MI
CBSWWTVCBS	9	57 mi	77° ENE	Fair	Cadillac, MI
NBCWXII-LDNBC	12	67 mi	34° NE	Poor	Cedar, MI

Over-the-air TV in Ludington

Ludington is a town of about 8,060 people in Michigan. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 20 licensed TV transmitters: 5 full-power, 2 Class A, 12 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.

1 of them is within 25 miles of Ludington, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 18 are more than 45 miles out. Two of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Cadillac, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Cadillac's stations.

The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 13 (WZZM), CBS on channel 9 (WWTV), NBC on channel 12 (WXII-LD) and CW on channel 32.2 (WFQX-TV). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WLUK-TV in Green Bay, WI, 82 miles to the northwest. 2 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 Ludington

The main network towers around Ludington are in different directions: ABC 149° SSE (52 mi) and CBS 77° ENE (57 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Two network stations, WFQX-TV and WWTV, transmit from the same tower site about 57 miles east of Ludington (77° ENE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.

Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Ludington at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across one other direction.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Ludington, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Ludington

The farthest main network tower for Ludington is WWTV (CBS), 57 miles away with a fair 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 Ludington

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
WCMWFull power	9.7 mi	38° NE	Good	Manistee, MI
W36FA-DLow power	35 mi	144° SE	Weak	Hesperia, MI
W18ER-DLow power	47 mi	161° SSE	Poor	Muskegon, MI
WOMS-CDClass A	51 mi	158° SSE	Poor	Muskegon, MI
WMKG-CDClass A	55 mi	167° SSE	Poor	Muskegon, MI
W15DF-DLow power	57 mi	77° ENE	Poor	Houghton Lake, MI
W19EZ-DLow power	57 mi	77° ENE	Poor	Houghton Lake, MI
W23EB-DLow power	58 mi	77° ENE	Poor	Cadillac, MI
WMNN-LDLow power	60 mi	70° ENE	Poor	Lake City, MI
W31FI-DLow power	60 mi	70° ENE	Poor	Traverse City, MI
W14FD-DLow power	60 mi	70° ENE	Poor	Traverse City, MI
WCMU-TVFull power	63 mi	102° ESE	Weak	Mount Pleasant, MI
W36FH-DLow power	66 mi	33° NNE	Poor	Traverse City, MI
W23FL-DTranslator	67 mi	34° NE	Poor	Traverse City, MI
W16DN-DLow power	67 mi	34° NE	Poor	Traverse City, MI
W27DU-DLow power	67 mi	34° NE	Poor	Traverse City, MI

How Ludington compares with the rest of Michigan

With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Ludington ranks 419th of 447 places in Michigan: fewer than the typical Michigan town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 52 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.

19% of Michigan's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Ludington: 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 77° ENE, the direction of WWTV (CBS), 57 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 4 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 Ludington, MI?

ABC is on channel 13 from WZZM, broadcasting from 52 miles SSE of Ludington. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CBS in Ludington, MI?

CBS is on channel 9 from WWTV, broadcasting from 57 miles ENE of Ludington. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is NBC in Ludington, MI?

NBC is on channel 12 from WXII-LD, broadcasting from 67 miles NE of Ludington. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is CW in Ludington, MI?

CW is on channel 32.2 from WFQX-TV, broadcasting from 57 miles ENE of Ludington. Estimated signal: fair.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ludington?

20 transmitters within 70 miles of Ludington; around 4 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 Ludington?

The main network towers around Ludington are in different directions: ABC 149° SSE (52 mi) and CBS 77° ENE (57 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Ludington?

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 72° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Ludington?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Ludington?

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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