TV channels & antenna towers in Wawarsing, New York
Wawarsing has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WYNB-LD, 5.1 miles to the S.
Network channels in Wawarsing
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWXXA-TVFox | 23 | 62 mi | 16° NNE | Weak | Albany, NY |
| CWWCWNCW | 45 | 62 mi | 16° NNE | Good | Schenectady, NY |
| NBCWNYTNBC | 13 | 62 mi | 16° NNE | Good | Albany, NY |
| CBSWRGBCBS | 6 | 62 mi | 16° NNE | Fair | Schenectady, NY |
| ABCWTENABC | 10 | 62 mi | 16° NNE | Good | Albany, NY |
| IONWYPX-TVION | 55 | 63 mi | 17° NNE | Weak | Amsterdam, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Wawarsing
With roughly 12,900 residents, Wawarsing is a city in New York. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 23 licensed TV transmitters: 8 full-power, 1 Class A, 10 low-power and 4 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
4 of them are within 25 miles of Wawarsing, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 18 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 6 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). 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 Wawarsing
Point your antenna NNE, at about 16°. The main network towers for Wawarsing sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, WXXA-TV, WCWN, WNYT, WRGB and WTEN and others, transmit from the same tower site about 62 miles north of Wawarsing (16° NNE). 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 Wawarsing at fair strength or better, all arrive from the north, so this is an easy place to aim.
WTEN (ABC), WRGB (CBS), WNYT (NBC) and WXXA-TV (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Wawarsing. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Wawarsing
The farthest main network tower for Wawarsing is WXXA-TV (Fox), 62 miles away with a weak 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 Wawarsing
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WYNB-LDLow power | 5.1 mi | 179° S | Good | Ellenville, NY |
| W23ER-DTranslator | 19 mi | 98° E | Fair | Poughkeepsie, NY |
| WNYJ-LDLow power | 19 mi | 98° E | Fair | Newburgh, NY |
| WZPK-LDTranslator | 19 mi | 98° E | Fair | Monticello, NY |
| W23EX-DTranslator | 44 mi | 192° SSW | Poor | Sussex, NJ |
| WXGN-LDLow power | 51 mi | 111° ESE | Poor | Danbury, CT |
| WVBG-LDLow power | 57 mi | 20° NNE | Poor | Greenwich, NY |
| WEPT-CDClass A | 60 mi | 158° SSE | Poor | Peekskill, NY |
| WUCB-LDLow power | 62 mi | 352° N | Poor | Cobleskill, NY |
| WMHTFull power | 62 mi | 16° NNE | Fair | Schenectady, NY |
| WNYAFull power | 62 mi | 16° NNE | Weak | Pittsfield, MA |
| WYBN-LDLow power | 63 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Cobleskill, NY |
| WZPJ-LDLow power | 63 mi | 17° NNE | Poor | Albany, NY |
| WPXO-LDLow power | 66 mi | 175° S | Poor | East Orange, NJ |
| W05DJ-DLow power | 67 mi | 175° S | Poor | New York, NY |
| W25FA-DLow power | 67 mi | 175° S | Poor | New York, NY |
| W29EV-DTranslator | 68 mi | 203° SSW | Poor | Hackettstown, NJ |
How Wawarsing compares with the rest of New York
With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Wawarsing ranks 950th of 1,012 places in New York: fewer than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 62 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 Middletown, 22 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Wawarsing: 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 16° NNE, the direction of WXXA-TV (Fox), 62 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 9 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 Wawarsing, NY?
ABC is on channel 10 from WTEN, broadcasting from 62 miles NNE of Wawarsing. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Wawarsing, NY?
CBS is on channel 6 from WRGB, broadcasting from 62 miles NNE of Wawarsing. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Wawarsing, NY?
NBC is on channel 13 from WNYT, broadcasting from 62 miles NNE of Wawarsing. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Wawarsing, NY?
Fox is on channel 23 from WXXA-TV, broadcasting from 62 miles NNE of Wawarsing. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Wawarsing, NY?
CW is on channel 45 from WCWN, broadcasting from 62 miles NNE of Wawarsing. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Wawarsing?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Wawarsing; around 9 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 Wawarsing?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 16°. The main network towers for Wawarsing sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Wawarsing?
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 Wawarsing?
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 Wawarsing?
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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