TV channels & antenna towers in Standish, Michigan
Standish has 25 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W34FD-D, 20 miles to the S.
Network channels in Standish
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWNEM-TVCBS | 5 | 36 mi | 171° S | Good | Bay City, MI |
| ABCWJRT-TVABC | 12 | 52 mi | 186° S | Fair | Flint, MI |
| FOXWSMHFox | 66 | 53 mi | 186° S | Fair | Flint, MI |
| ABCWBKB-TVABC | 11.3 | 54 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Alpena, MI |
| NBCWEYI-TVNBC | 25 | 54 mi | 167° SSE | Good | Saginaw, MI |
| CWWBSFCW | 46 | 54 mi | 167° SSE | Good | Bay City, MI |
| CWWFQX-TVCW | 32.2 | 70 mi | 279° W | Weak | Cadillac, MI |
| CBSWWTVCBS | 9 | 70 mi | 279° W | Weak | Cadillac, MI |
Over-the-air TV in Standish
With roughly 1,450 residents, Standish is a small community in Michigan. Our map shows 25 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 11 full-power and 14 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Standish, 6 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 17 are more than 45 miles out. Two of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Bay City, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Bay City's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 12 (WJRT-TV), CBS on channel 5 (WNEM-TV), NBC on channel 25 (WEYI-TV), Fox on channel 66 (WSMH) and CW on channel 46 (WBSF). 3 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 Standish
Point your antenna S, at about 177°. The main network towers for Standish sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, WJRT-TV and WSMH, transmit from the same tower site about 52 miles south of Standish (186° S). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Standish at fair strength or better, all arrive from the south, so this is an easy place to aim.
WJRT-TV (ABC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Standish. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Standish
The farthest main network tower for Standish is WEYI-TV (NBC), 54 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Standish
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34FD-DLow power | 20 mi | 183° S | Fair | Saginaw, MI |
| WKNX-LDLow power | 24 mi | 175° S | Weak | Bay City, MI |
| WDCQ-TVFull power | 34 mi | 154° SSE | Good | Bad Axe, MI |
| W31FF-DLow power | 37 mi | 241° WSW | Weak | Saginaw, MI |
| W27ET-DLow power | 37 mi | 241° WSW | Weak | Saginaw, MI |
| W19FG-DLow power | 37 mi | 241° WSW | Poor | Midland, MI |
| WFFC-LDLow power | 41 mi | 178° S | Poor | Midland, MI |
| WAQPFull power | 53 mi | 185° S | Good | Saginaw, MI |
| W35DQ-DLow power | 56 mi | 170° S | Poor | Midland, MI |
| WXON-LDLow power | 58 mi | 166° SSE | Poor | Flint, MI |
| WCMU-TVFull power | 64 mi | 256° WSW | Weak | Mount Pleasant, MI |
| W23EB-DLow power | 68 mi | 279° W | Poor | Cadillac, MI |
| W15DF-DLow power | 70 mi | 279° W | Poor | Houghton Lake, MI |
| W19EZ-DLow power | 70 mi | 279° W | Poor | Houghton Lake, MI |
| WMNN-LDLow power | 70 mi | 285° WNW | Poor | Lake City, MI |
| W31FI-DLow power | 70 mi | 285° WNW | Poor | Traverse City, MI |
| W14FD-DLow power | 70 mi | 285° WNW | Poor | Traverse City, MI |
How Standish compares with the rest of Michigan
With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Standish ranks 378th of 447 places in Michigan: fewer than the typical Michigan town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 36 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 Bay City, 27 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Standish: 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 167° SSE, the direction of WEYI-TV (NBC), 54 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 8 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 Standish, MI?
ABC is on channel 12 from WJRT-TV, broadcasting from 52 miles S of Standish. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Standish, MI?
CBS is on channel 5 from WNEM-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles S of Standish. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Standish, MI?
NBC is on channel 25 from WEYI-TV, broadcasting from 54 miles SSE of Standish. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Standish, MI?
Fox is on channel 66 from WSMH, broadcasting from 53 miles S of Standish. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Standish, MI?
CW is on channel 46 from WBSF, broadcasting from 54 miles SSE of Standish. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Standish?
25 transmitters within 70 miles of Standish; around 8 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 Standish?
Point your antenna S, at about 177°. The main network towers for Standish sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Standish?
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 Standish?
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 Standish?
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 Standish; signal estimates ignore terrain.