TV channels & antenna towers in Morrisonville, New York
Morrisonville has 13 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WCFE-TV, 16 miles to the W.
Network channels in Morrisonville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWPTZNBC | 5 | 38 mi | 107° ESE | Good | Plattsburgh, NY |
| CWWNNECW | 31 | 38 mi | 107° ESE | Good | Montpelier, VT |
| CBSWCAX-TVCBS | 3 | 38 mi | 107° ESE | Good | Burlington, VT |
| FOXWFFF-TVFox | 44 | 39 mi | 107° ESE | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| ABCWVNYABC | 22 | 39 mi | 107° ESE | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| FOXWWNY-CDFox | 7.2 | 65 mi | 258° WSW | Poor | Massena, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Morrisonville
Morrisonville, New York has a population of about 1,550. Our map shows 13 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 9 full-power, 1 Class A and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Morrisonville, 8 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 3 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Burlington, VT, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Burlington's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 22 (WVNY), CBS on channel 3 (WCAX-TV), NBC on channel 5 (WPTZ), Fox on channel 44 (WFFF-TV) and CW on channel 31 (WNNE). 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 Morrisonville
Point your antenna ESE, at about 107°. The main network towers for Morrisonville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, WPTZ, WNNE, WCAX-TV, WFFF-TV and WVNY, transmit from the same tower site about 38 miles east of Morrisonville (107° ESE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Morrisonville at fair strength or better, all arrive from the east, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Morrisonville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Morrisonville
The farthest main network tower for Morrisonville is WFFF-TV (Fox), 39 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Morrisonville
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WCFE-TVFull power | 16 mi | 271° W | Good | Plattsburgh, NY |
| W29EW-DTranslator | 21 mi | 162° SSE | Weak | Willsboro, NY |
| WYCIFull power | 37 mi | 229° SW | Weak | Saranac Lake, NY |
| WETKFull power | 39 mi | 107° ESE | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| W25BT-DTranslator | 39 mi | 146° SE | Poor | Monkton, VT |
| W25AT-DTranslator | 58 mi | 231° SW | Poor | Tupper Lake, NY |
| WNPI-DTFull power | 65 mi | 258° WSW | Poor | Norwood, NY |
How Morrisonville compares with the rest of New York
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Morrisonville ranks 971st of 1,012 places in New York: fewer than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 38 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.
42% of New York's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Burlington, 23 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Morrisonville: 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 107° ESE, the direction of WFFF-TV (Fox), 39 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 7 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 Morrisonville, NY?
ABC is on channel 22 from WVNY, broadcasting from 39 miles ESE of Morrisonville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Morrisonville, NY?
CBS is on channel 3 from WCAX-TV, broadcasting from 38 miles ESE of Morrisonville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Morrisonville, NY?
NBC is on channel 5 from WPTZ, broadcasting from 38 miles ESE of Morrisonville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Morrisonville, NY?
Fox is on channel 44 from WFFF-TV, broadcasting from 39 miles ESE of Morrisonville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Morrisonville, NY?
CW is on channel 31 from WNNE, broadcasting from 38 miles ESE of Morrisonville. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Morrisonville?
13 transmitters within 70 miles of Morrisonville; around 7 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 Morrisonville?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 107°. The main network towers for Morrisonville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Morrisonville?
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 Morrisonville?
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 Morrisonville?
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 New York · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Morrisonville; signal estimates ignore terrain.