TV channels & antenna towers in Woodhaven, Michigan
Woodhaven has 26 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 WLPC-CD, 17 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Woodhaven
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWWJ-TVCBS | 62 | 22 mi | 9° N | Good | Detroit, MI |
| FOXWJBKFox | 2 | 22 mi | 4° N | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| ABCWXYZ-TVABC | 7 | 23 mi | 359° N | Good | Detroit, MI |
| NBCWDIV-TVNBC | 4 | 24 mi | 4° N | Good | Detroit, MI |
| IONWPXD-TVION | 31 | 24 mi | 351° N | Good | Ann Arbor, MI |
| CWWKBD-TVCW | 50 | 24 mi | 351° N | Good | Detroit, MI |
| CWWTVGCW | 13.2 | 33 mi | 196° SSW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| CBSWTOLCBS | 11 | 33 mi | 192° SSW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| NBCWNWO-TVNBC | 24 | 33 mi | 190° S | Good | Toledo, OH |
| FOXWUPWFox | 36 | 35 mi | 197° SSW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| CWWLAJCW | 53.2 | 69 mi | 304° WNW | Weak | Lansing, MI |
| CBSWLNS-TVCBS | 6 | 69 mi | 304° WNW | Weak | Lansing, MI |
Over-the-air TV in Woodhaven
Woodhaven is a town of about 12,500 people in Michigan. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 26 licensed TV transmitters: 17 full-power, 3 Class A, 5 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 21 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
14 of them are within 25 miles of Woodhaven, 8 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 4 are more than 45 miles 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.
For the networks, the best local options 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 Woodhaven
Point your antenna N, at about 4°. The main network towers for Woodhaven 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 22 miles north of Woodhaven (4° N). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Woodhaven at fair strength or better, 60% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Woodhaven, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Woodhaven
The farthest main network tower for Woodhaven is WDIV-TV (NBC), 24 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Woodhaven
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 | 17 mi | 37° NE | Fair | Redford, MI |
| WHPS-CDClass A | 20 mi | 20° NNE | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| WTVSFull power | 22 mi | 9° N | Good | Detroit, MI |
| WUDL-LDLow power | 22 mi | 9° N | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| WUDT-LDLow power | 22 mi | 9° N | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| WMYDFull power | 22 mi | 9° N | Strong | Detroit, MI |
| WHNE-LDLow power | 22 mi | 9° N | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| WDWO-CDClass A | 24 mi | 351° N | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| WADLFull power | 34 mi | 32° NNE | Good | Mount Clemens, MI |
| WGTE-TVFull power | 35 mi | 196° SSW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| WMNT-CDClass A | 37 mi | 204° SSW | Weak | Toledo, OH |
| WDTJ-LDLow power | 37 mi | 205° SSW | Poor | Toledo, OH |
| WLMBFull power | 48 mi | 236° SW | Fair | Toledo, OH |
| WDMY-LDTranslator | 48 mi | 236° SW | Poor | Toledo, OH |
How Woodhaven compares with the rest of Michigan
With 21 stations at fair strength or better, Woodhaven ranks 68th of 447 places in Michigan: more than the typical Michigan town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 22 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 Southgate, 5.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Woodhaven: 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 4° N, the direction of WDIV-TV (NBC), 24 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 Woodhaven, MI?
ABC is on channel 7 from WXYZ-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles N of Woodhaven. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Woodhaven, MI?
CBS is on channel 62 from WWJ-TV, broadcasting from 22 miles N of Woodhaven. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Woodhaven, MI?
NBC is on channel 4 from WDIV-TV, broadcasting from 24 miles N of Woodhaven. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Woodhaven, MI?
Fox is on channel 2 from WJBK, broadcasting from 22 miles N of Woodhaven. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Woodhaven, MI?
CW is on channel 50 from WKBD-TV, broadcasting from 24 miles N of Woodhaven. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Woodhaven?
26 transmitters within 70 miles of Woodhaven; 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 Woodhaven?
Point your antenna N, at about 4°. The main network towers for Woodhaven sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Woodhaven?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Woodhaven?
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Woodhaven?
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 Woodhaven; signal estimates ignore terrain.