TV channels & antenna towers in Ticonderoga, New York
Ticonderoga has 19 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W23EU-D, 28 miles to the SE.
Network channels in Ticonderoga
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWPTZNBC | 5 | 56 mi | 33° NNE | Good | Plattsburgh, NY |
| CWWNNECW | 31 | 56 mi | 33° NNE | Good | Montpelier, VT |
| CBSWCAX-TVCBS | 3 | 56 mi | 33° NNE | Good | Burlington, VT |
| FOXWFFF-TVFox | 44 | 56 mi | 33° NNE | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| ABCWVNYABC | 22 | 56 mi | 33° NNE | Weak | Burlington, VT |
Over-the-air TV in Ticonderoga
Ticonderoga, New York has a population of about 3,380. There are 19 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 8 full-power, 1 Class A, 4 low-power and 6 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Ticonderoga, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 15 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Burlington, VT, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Burlington's stations.
For the networks, the best local options 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). 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 Ticonderoga
Point your antenna NNE, at about 33°. The main network towers for Ticonderoga 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 56 miles northeast of Ticonderoga (33° NNE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Ticonderoga at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northeast, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Ticonderoga, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Ticonderoga
The farthest main network tower for Ticonderoga is WFFF-TV (Fox), 56 miles away with a fair 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 Ticonderoga
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W23EU-DTranslator | 28 mi | 133° SE | Weak | Rutland, VT |
| W25BT-DTranslator | 30 mi | 30° NNE | Poor | Monkton, VT |
| W29EW-DTranslator | 38 mi | 359° N | Poor | Willsboro, NY |
| WNCE-CDClass A | 42 mi | 203° SSW | Weak | Glens Falls, NY |
| WYCIFull power | 49 mi | 314° NW | Poor | Saranac Lake, NY |
| W30DM-DTranslator | 50 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Manchester, Etc., VT |
| WETKFull power | 56 mi | 33° NNE | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| W25AT-DTranslator | 56 mi | 293° WNW | Poor | Tupper Lake, NY |
| WNGN-LDLow power | 57 mi | 185° S | Poor | Troy, NY |
| WNGX-LDLow power | 57 mi | 185° S | Poor | Schenectady, NY |
| WCFE-TVFull power | 63 mi | 339° NNW | Fair | Plattsburgh, NY |
| W36FE-DLow power | 64 mi | 98° E | Poor | Hanover, NH |
| WYCU-LDLow power | 64 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | Charlestown, Etc., NH |
| W20EH-DTranslator | 69 mi | 172° S | Poor | Pownal, Etc., VT |
How Ticonderoga compares with the rest of New York
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Ticonderoga ranks 987th of 1,012 places in New York: fewer than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 56 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, 34 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Ticonderoga: 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 33° NNE, the direction of WFFF-TV (Fox), 56 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 6 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 Ticonderoga, NY?
ABC is on channel 22 from WVNY, broadcasting from 56 miles NNE of Ticonderoga. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in Ticonderoga, NY?
CBS is on channel 3 from WCAX-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles NNE of Ticonderoga. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Ticonderoga, NY?
NBC is on channel 5 from WPTZ, broadcasting from 56 miles NNE of Ticonderoga. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Ticonderoga, NY?
Fox is on channel 44 from WFFF-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles NNE of Ticonderoga. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Ticonderoga, NY?
CW is on channel 31 from WNNE, broadcasting from 56 miles NNE of Ticonderoga. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ticonderoga?
19 transmitters within 70 miles of Ticonderoga; around 6 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 Ticonderoga?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 33°. The main network towers for Ticonderoga sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Ticonderoga?
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 Ticonderoga?
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 Ticonderoga?
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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- West Glens Falls40 mi
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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 Ticonderoga; signal estimates ignore terrain.