TV channels & antenna towers in Forest, Mississippi
Forest has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Trinity. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WRBJ-TV (Trinity), 17 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Forest
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBNWRBJ-TVTrinity | 34 | 17 mi | 194° SSW | Strong | Magee, MS |
| FOXWGBCFox | 30 | 46 mi | 93° E | Fair | Meridian, MS |
| CBSWMDNCBS | 24 | 46 mi | 93° E | Good | Meridian, MS |
| CWWTOK-TVCW | 11.3 | 46 mi | 93° E | Fair | Meridian, MS |
| ABCWAPTABC | 16 | 48 mi | 263° W | Good | Jackson, MS |
| NBCWLBTNBC | 3 | 54 mi | 259° W | Good | Jackson, MS |
| FOXWDBDFox | 40 | 54 mi | 259° W | Good | Jackson, MS |
| CWWJTVCW | 12.2 | 55 mi | 261° W | Fair | Jackson, MS |
| ABCWDAM-TVABC | 7.2 | 64 mi | 170° S | Poor | Laurel, MS |
| CWWHLTCW | 22.2 | 68 mi | 168° SSE | Weak | Hattiesburg, MS |
Over-the-air TV in Forest
With roughly 5,700 residents, Forest is a town in Mississippi. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 17 licensed TV transmitters: 14 full-power and 3 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 14 farther out. Four of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Jackson, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Jackson's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 16 (WAPT), CBS on channel 24 (WMDN), NBC on channel 3 (WLBT), Fox on channel 40 (WDBD), CW on channel 12.2 (WJTV) and Trinity on channel 34 (WRBJ-TV). 4 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 Forest
The main network towers around Forest are in different directions: ABC 263° W (48 mi), CBS 93° E (46 mi), NBC 259° W (54 mi) and Fox 259° W (54 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Three network stations, WGBC, WMDN and WTOK-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 46 miles east of Forest (93° E). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Forest at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the west; the rest are spread across two other directions.
WMDN (CBS) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Forest. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Forest
The farthest main network tower for Forest is WDBD (Fox), 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 Forest
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WMAW-TVFull power | 27 mi | 125° SE | Good | Meridian, MS |
| WJMF-LDLow power | 43 mi | 263° W | Poor | Jackson, MS |
| WOOK-LDLow power | 46 mi | 93° E | Poor | Meridian, MS |
| WLOOFull power | 54 mi | 259° W | Good | Vicksburg, MS |
| WWJXFull power | 55 mi | 247° WSW | Poor | Jackson, MS |
| WMPN-TVFull power | 56 mi | 258° WSW | Good | Jackson, MS |
| WLHA-LDLow power | 64 mi | 170° S | Poor | Laurel, MS |
How Forest compares with the rest of Mississippi
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Forest ranks 51st of 217 places in Mississippi: more than the typical Mississippi town (9). Its nearest major network tower is 17 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
44% of Mississippi's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Brandon, 31 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Forest: 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 259° W, the direction of WDBD (Fox), 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 11 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 Forest, MS?
ABC is on channel 16 from WAPT, broadcasting from 48 miles W of Forest. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Forest, MS?
CBS is on channel 24 from WMDN, broadcasting from 46 miles E of Forest. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Forest, MS?
NBC is on channel 3 from WLBT, broadcasting from 54 miles W of Forest. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Forest, MS?
Fox is on channel 40 from WDBD, broadcasting from 54 miles W of Forest. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Forest, MS?
CW is on channel 12.2 from WJTV, broadcasting from 55 miles W of Forest. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Forest?
17 transmitters within 70 miles of Forest; around 11 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 Forest?
The main network towers around Forest are in different directions: ABC 263° W (48 mi), CBS 93° E (46 mi), NBC 259° W (54 mi) and Fox 259° W (54 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Forest?
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 170° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Forest?
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 Forest?
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.
TV channels in nearby Mississippi cities
- Morton11 mi
- Conehatta13 mi
- Walnut Grove16 mi
- Newton18 mi
- Raleigh23 mi
- Union25 mi
- Carthage26 mi
- Bay Springs29 mi
- Brandon31 mi
- Philadelphia35 mi
- Mendenhall36 mi
- Canton37 mi
- Taylorsville37 mi
- Magee37 mi
- Collinsville38 mi
- Madison38 mi
- Ridgeland39 mi
- Pearl39 mi
- Flowood39 mi
- Richland41 mi
- Jackson42 mi
- Meridian45 mi
- Byram47 mi
- Kosciusko48 mi
More: all TV stations in Mississippi · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Forest; signal estimates ignore terrain.