TV channels & antenna towers in Mount Morris, Michigan
Mount Morris has 36 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 21 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WXON-LD, 3.8 miles to the N.
Network channels in Mount Morris
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWEYI-TVNBC | 25 | 6.9 mi | 349° N | Strong | Saginaw, MI |
| CWWBSFCW | 46 | 6.9 mi | 349° N | Strong | Bay City, MI |
| ABCWJRT-TVABC | 12 | 20 mi | 293° WNW | Fair | Flint, MI |
| FOXWSMHFox | 66 | 21 mi | 291° WNW | Good | Flint, MI |
| CBSWNEM-TVCBS | 5 | 25 mi | 343° NNW | Good | Bay City, MI |
| CWWLAJCW | 53.2 | 46 mi | 229° SW | Good | Lansing, MI |
| CBSWLNS-TVCBS | 6 | 46 mi | 229° SW | Good | Lansing, MI |
| IONWPXD-TVION | 31 | 48 mi | 156° SSE | Good | Ann Arbor, MI |
| CWWKBD-TVCW | 50 | 48 mi | 156° SSE | Good | Detroit, MI |
| ABCWXYZ-TVABC | 7 | 50 mi | 153° SSE | Good | Detroit, MI |
| NBCWDIV-TVNBC | 4 | 50 mi | 150° SSE | Good | Detroit, MI |
| FOXWJBKFox | 2 | 52 mi | 152° SSE | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| CBSWWJ-TVCBS | 62 | 53 mi | 150° SSE | Good | Detroit, MI |
| NBCWILX-TVNBC | 10 | 65 mi | 224° SW | Poor | Onondaga, MI |
| FOXWSYM-TVFox | 47 | 66 mi | 227° SW | Weak | Lansing, MI |
Over-the-air TV in Mount Morris
Mount Morris, Michigan has a population of about 2,960. There are 36 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 21 full-power, 2 Class A and 13 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 21 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 18 at good or strong strength.
8 of them are within 25 miles of Mount Morris, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 24 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 15 network stations in range are licensed to Detroit, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Detroit's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 7 (WXYZ-TV), CBS on channel 5 (WNEM-TV), NBC on channel 25 (WEYI-TV), Fox on channel 66 (WSMH), CW on channel 46 (WBSF) and ION on channel 31 (WPXD-TV). 6 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 Mount Morris
The main network towers around Mount Morris are in different directions: CBS 343° NNW (25 mi), NBC 349° N (6.9 mi) and Fox 291° WNW (21 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 6.9 miles north of Mount Morris (349° N). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 13 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Mount Morris at fair strength or better, 46% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across four other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Mount Morris, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Mount Morris
The farthest main network tower for Mount Morris is WNEM-TV (CBS), 25 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WXYZ-TV (ABC), 50 miles southeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
WEYI-TV is only 6.9 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 Mount Morris
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WXON-LDLow power | 3.8 mi | 11° N | Good | Flint, MI |
| W35DQ-DLow power | 6.3 mi | 323° NW | Good | Midland, MI |
| WAQPFull power | 19 mi | 292° WNW | Strong | Saginaw, MI |
| WFFC-LDLow power | 22 mi | 329° NNW | Fair | Midland, MI |
| WDCQ-TVFull power | 29 mi | 3° N | Good | Bad Axe, MI |
| WKNX-LDLow power | 38 mi | 343° NNW | Poor | Bay City, MI |
| W34FD-DLow power | 42 mi | 340° NNW | Poor | Saginaw, MI |
| WKAR-TVFull power | 46 mi | 232° SW | Good | East Lansing, MI |
| WLNM-LDLow power | 46 mi | 232° SW | Poor | Lansing, MI |
| WDWO-CDClass A | 48 mi | 156° SSE | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WTVSFull power | 53 mi | 150° SSE | Good | Detroit, MI |
| WUDL-LDLow power | 53 mi | 150° SSE | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WUDT-LDLow power | 53 mi | 150° SSE | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WMYDFull power | 53 mi | 150° SSE | Good | Detroit, MI |
| WHNE-LDLow power | 53 mi | 150° SSE | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WADLFull power | 57 mi | 133° SE | Weak | Mount Clemens, MI |
| WHPS-CDClass A | 57 mi | 149° SSE | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| W31FF-DLow power | 62 mi | 313° NW | Poor | Saginaw, MI |
| W27ET-DLow power | 62 mi | 313° NW | Poor | Saginaw, MI |
| W19FG-DLow power | 62 mi | 313° NW | Poor | Midland, MI |
| WLPC-CDLow power | 64 mi | 149° SSE | Poor | Redford, MI |
How Mount Morris compares with the rest of Michigan
With 21 stations at fair strength or better, Mount Morris ranks 68th of 447 places in Michigan: more than the typical Michigan town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 6.9 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.
56% of Michigan's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Flint, 7.3 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Mount Morris: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 343° NNW, the direction of WNEM-TV (CBS), 25 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 21 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 Mount Morris, MI?
ABC is on channel 7 from WXYZ-TV, broadcasting from 50 miles SSE of Mount Morris. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Mount Morris, MI?
CBS is on channel 5 from WNEM-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles NNW of Mount Morris. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Mount Morris, MI?
NBC is on channel 25 from WEYI-TV, broadcasting from 6.9 miles N of Mount Morris. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Mount Morris, MI?
Fox is on channel 66 from WSMH, broadcasting from 21 miles WNW of Mount Morris. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Mount Morris, MI?
CW is on channel 46 from WBSF, broadcasting from 6.9 miles N of Mount Morris. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Mount Morris?
36 transmitters within 70 miles of Mount Morris; around 21 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Mount Morris?
The main network towers around Mount Morris are in different directions: CBS 343° NNW (25 mi), NBC 349° N (6.9 mi) and Fox 291° WNW (21 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Mount Morris?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice. Picking up ABC from up to 50 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Mount Morris?
WXYZ-TV (ABC), 50 miles southeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Mount Morris?
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 Mount Morris; signal estimates ignore terrain.