TV channels & antenna towers in Ocean Springs, Mississippi
Ocean Springs has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox, CW, Telemundo and MeTV. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WXVO-LD, 8.5 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Ocean Springs
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVWTBL-LDMeTV | 51.1 | 10 mi | 263° W | Fair | Biloxi, MS |
| ABCWLOXABC | 13 | 27 mi | 324° NW | Good | Biloxi, MS |
| CWWXXV-TVCW | 25.3 | 27 mi | 329° NNW | Good | Gulfport, MS |
| CBSWKRG-TVCBS | 5 | 62 mi | 72° ENE | Good | Mobile, AL |
| CWWFNACW | 55 | 62 mi | 72° ENE | Good | Gulf Shores, AL |
| FOXWALA-TVFox | 10 | 64 mi | 72° ENE | Weak | Mobile, AL |
| TLMWMBP-LDTelemundo | 31 | 64 mi | 72° ENE | Poor | Mobile, AL |
Over-the-air TV in Ocean Springs
With roughly 17,600 residents, Ocean Springs is a city in Mississippi. Our map shows 15 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power and 8 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.
4 of them are within 25 miles of Ocean Springs, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 9 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Mobile, AL, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Mobile's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 13 (WLOX), CBS on channel 5 (WKRG-TV), Fox on channel 10 (WALA-TV), CW on channel 25.3 (WXXV-TV), Telemundo on channel 31 (WMBP-LD) and MeTV on channel 51.1 (WTBL-LD). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WDSU in New Orleans, LA, 75 miles to the southwest. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 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 Ocean Springs
The main network towers around Ocean Springs are in different directions: ABC 324° NW (27 mi), CBS 72° ENE (62 mi) and Fox 72° ENE (64 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WLOX and WXXV-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 27 miles northwest of Ocean Springs (324° NW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Ocean Springs at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WALA-TV (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Ocean Springs. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Ocean Springs
The farthest main network tower for Ocean Springs is WALA-TV (Fox), 64 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Ocean Springs
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WXVO-LDLow power | 8.5 mi | 52° NE | Good | Biloxi, MS |
| W33EG-DLow power | 19 mi | 59° ENE | Fair | Lumberton, MS |
| WMAH-TVFull power | 25 mi | 344° NNW | Good | Biloxi, MS |
| WEIQFull power | 58 mi | 73° ENE | Weak | Mobile, AL |
| W30EZ-DLow power | 59 mi | 289° WNW | Poor | Slidell, LA |
| WEDS-LDLow power | 60 mi | 86° E | Poor | Mobile, AL |
| WGOX-LDLow power | 62 mi | 72° ENE | Poor | Mobile, AL |
| W27EH-DLow power | 68 mi | 336° NNW | Poor | Hattiesburg, MS |
How Ocean Springs compares with the rest of Mississippi
With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Ocean Springs ranks 124th of 217 places in Mississippi: fewer than the typical Mississippi town (9). Its nearest major network tower is 10 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 Biloxi, 3.6 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Ocean Springs: 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 72° ENE, the direction of WALA-TV (Fox), 64 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 Ocean Springs, MS?
ABC is on channel 13 from WLOX, broadcasting from 27 miles NW of Ocean Springs. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Ocean Springs, MS?
CBS is on channel 5 from WKRG-TV, broadcasting from 62 miles ENE of Ocean Springs. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Ocean Springs, MS?
Fox is on channel 10 from WALA-TV, broadcasting from 64 miles ENE of Ocean Springs. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Ocean Springs, MS?
CW is on channel 25.3 from WXXV-TV, broadcasting from 27 miles NNW of Ocean Springs. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Telemundo in Ocean Springs, MS?
Telemundo is on channel 31 from WMBP-LD, broadcasting from 64 miles ENE of Ocean Springs. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ocean Springs?
15 transmitters within 70 miles of Ocean Springs; 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 Ocean Springs?
The main network towers around Ocean Springs are in different directions: ABC 324° NW (27 mi), CBS 72° ENE (62 mi) and Fox 72° ENE (64 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Ocean Springs?
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 108° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Ocean Springs?
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 Ocean Springs?
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 Mississippi · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Ocean Springs; signal estimates ignore terrain.