TV channels & antenna towers in Hudson Falls, New York
Hudson Falls has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WNCE-CD, 8.0 miles to the W.
Network channels in Hudson Falls
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWYPX-TVION | 55 | 50 mi | 205° SSW | Good | Amsterdam, NY |
| FOXWXXA-TVFox | 23 | 51 mi | 205° SSW | Fair | Albany, NY |
| CWWCWNCW | 45 | 51 mi | 205° SSW | Good | Schenectady, NY |
| NBCWNYTNBC | 13 | 51 mi | 205° SSW | Good | Albany, NY |
| CBSWRGBCBS | 6 | 51 mi | 205° SSW | Good | Schenectady, NY |
| ABCWTENABC | 10 | 51 mi | 205° SSW | Good | Albany, NY |
| NBCWKTVNBC | 2 | 70 mi | 259° W | Fair | Utica, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Hudson Falls
Hudson Falls is a town of about 7,190 people in New York. There are 27 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 10 full-power, 2 Class A, 8 low-power and 7 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 5 between 25 and 45 miles, and 19 farther out. Three of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Albany, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Albany's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 10 (WTEN), CBS on channel 6 (WRGB), NBC on channel 13 (WNYT), Fox on channel 23 (WXXA-TV), CW on channel 45 (WCWN) and ION on channel 55 (WYPX-TV). 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 Hudson Falls
Point your antenna SSW, at about 205°. The main network towers for Hudson Falls sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, WYPX-TV, WXXA-TV, WCWN, WNYT and WRGB and others, transmit from the same tower site about 50 miles southwest of Hudson Falls (205° SSW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Hudson Falls at fair strength or better, 86% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Hudson Falls, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hudson Falls
The farthest main network tower for Hudson Falls is WXXA-TV (Fox), 51 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Hudson Falls
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WNCE-CDClass A | 8.0 mi | 264° W | Good | Glens Falls, NY |
| WNGN-LDLow power | 20 mi | 171° S | Fair | Troy, NY |
| WNGX-LDLow power | 20 mi | 171° S | Fair | Schenectady, NY |
| W30DM-DTranslator | 25 mi | 111° ESE | Weak | Manchester, Etc., VT |
| W23EU-DTranslator | 34 mi | 57° ENE | Poor | Rutland, VT |
| W20EH-DTranslator | 35 mi | 149° SSE | Poor | Pownal, Etc., VT |
| WFNY-CDClass A | 42 mi | 251° WSW | Weak | Gloversville, NY |
| W18FE-DTranslator | 43 mi | 246° WSW | Poor | Gloversville, NY |
| WZPJ-LDLow power | 50 mi | 205° SSW | Poor | Albany, NY |
| W32FW-DTranslator | 50 mi | 155° SSE | Poor | Adams, MA |
| WYBN-LDLow power | 51 mi | 205° SSW | Poor | Cobleskill, NY |
| WMHTFull power | 51 mi | 205° SSW | Good | Schenectady, NY |
| WNYAFull power | 51 mi | 205° SSW | Fair | Pittsfield, MA |
| WYBM-LDLow power | 55 mi | 146° SSE | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| WVBG-LDLow power | 56 mi | 201° SSW | Poor | Greenwich, NY |
| W28DA-DTranslator | 63 mi | 165° SSE | Poor | Pittsfield, MA |
| WEKW-TVFull power | 64 mi | 106° ESE | Weak | Keene, NH |
| WYCU-LDLow power | 65 mi | 84° E | Poor | Charlestown, Etc., NH |
| WUCB-LDLow power | 65 mi | 227° SW | Poor | Cobleskill, NY |
| W25BT-DTranslator | 68 mi | 20° NNE | Poor | Monkton, VT |
How Hudson Falls compares with the rest of New York
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Hudson Falls ranks 882nd of 1,012 places in New York: fewer than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 50 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.
24% of New York's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Queensbury, 5.5 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Hudson Falls: 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 205° SSW, the direction of WXXA-TV (Fox), 51 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 12 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 Hudson Falls, NY?
ABC is on channel 10 from WTEN, broadcasting from 51 miles SSW of Hudson Falls. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Hudson Falls, NY?
CBS is on channel 6 from WRGB, broadcasting from 51 miles SSW of Hudson Falls. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Hudson Falls, NY?
NBC is on channel 13 from WNYT, broadcasting from 51 miles SSW of Hudson Falls. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Hudson Falls, NY?
Fox is on channel 23 from WXXA-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles SSW of Hudson Falls. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Hudson Falls, NY?
CW is on channel 45 from WCWN, broadcasting from 51 miles SSW of Hudson Falls. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Hudson Falls?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Hudson Falls; around 12 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 Hudson Falls?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 205°. The main network towers for Hudson Falls sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hudson Falls?
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 Hudson Falls?
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 Hudson Falls?
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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