TV channels & antenna towers in Eden, North Carolina

Eden has 30 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 20 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WGSR-LD, 11 miles to the SSE.

30TV transmitters within 70 miles
6networks over the air
11 mito the closest tower
15,403population

Network channels in Eden

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
CWWCWGCW20 35 mi257° WSW GoodLexington, NC
NBCWXII-TVNBC12 35 mi257° WSW GoodWinston-Salem, NC
IONWGPX-TVION16 43 mi185° S FairBurlington, NC
CBSWFMY-TVCBS2 43 mi185° S GoodGreensboro, NC
ABCWXLV-TVABC45 43 mi184° S GoodWinston-Salem, NC
FOXWGHPFox8 47 mi185° S GoodHigh Point, NC
CBSWDBJCBS7 53 mi336° NNW GoodRoanoke, VA
CWWFXRCW27.2 53 mi336° NNW GoodRoanoke, VA
IONWPXR-TVION38 53 mi337° NNW GoodRoanoke, VA
NBCWSLS-TVNBC10 54 mi337° NNW GoodRoanoke, VA
ABCWSET-TVABC13 58 mi7° N FairLynchburg, VA
CWWWCWCW21 58 mi7° N GoodLynchburg, VA

Over-the-air TV in Eden

Eden is a city of about 15,400 people in North Carolina. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 30 licensed TV transmitters: 18 full-power, 2 Class A, 9 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 20 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 16 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 10 between 25 and 45 miles, and 17 farther out. Four of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Roanoke, VA, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Roanoke's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 45 (WXLV-TV), CBS on channel 2 (WFMY-TV), NBC on channel 12 (WXII-TV), Fox on channel 8 (WGHP), CW on channel 20 (WCWG) and ION on channel 38 (WPXR-TV). 6 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 Eden

The main network towers around Eden are in different directions: ABC 184° S (43 mi), CBS 185° S (43 mi) and NBC 257° WSW (35 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Three network stations, WGPX-TV, WFMY-TV and WXLV-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 43 miles south of Eden (185° S). That one direction covers every station on the site.

Of the 12 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Eden at fair strength or better, 33% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across three other directions.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Eden, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Eden

The farthest main network tower for Eden is WXLV-TV (ABC), 43 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.

WGHP (Fox), 47 miles south, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.

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 Eden

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WGSR-LDLow power11 mi 147° SSEGoodReidsville, NC
WYAT-LDLow power15 mi 337° NNWWeakMartinsville, VA
WACN-LDLow power18 mi 160° SSEFairRaleigh, NC
WMDV-LDLow power28 mi 50° NEFairDanville, VA
WLXIFull power35 mi 257° WSWGoodGreensboro, NC
WUNL-TVFull power35 mi 257° WSWGoodWinston-Salem, NC
WHWD-LDLow power39 mi 225° SWWeakWinston-Salem, NC
WMYVFull power43 mi 184° SGoodGreensboro, NC
WBRA-TVFull power53 mi 336° NNWWeakRoanoke, VA
W05AA-DTranslator54 mi 343° NNWPoorRoanoke, VA
WTNC-LDLow power54 mi 123° ESEPoorDurham, NC
WIRP-LDLow power54 mi 141° SEPoorRaleigh, NC
WRAY-TVFull power54 mi 142° SEGoodWake Forest, NC
WUNC-TVFull power54 mi 142° SEGoodChapel Hill, NC
W36FG-DLow power54 mi 142° SEPoorCharlotte, NC
W32EW-DLow power62 mi 352° NPoorRoanoke, VA
WUBX-CDClass A64 mi 123° ESEPoorDurham, Etc., NC
WZBJ-CDClass A69 mi 29° NNEPoorLynchburg, VA

How Eden compares with the rest of North Carolina

With 20 stations at fair strength or better, Eden ranks 179th of 465 places in North Carolina: more than the typical North Carolina town (19). Its nearest major network tower is 35 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.

57% of North Carolina's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Danville, 22 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Eden: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 184° S, the direction of WXLV-TV (ABC), 43 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 20 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Eden, NC?

ABC is on channel 45 from WXLV-TV, broadcasting from 43 miles S of Eden. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CBS in Eden, NC?

CBS is on channel 2 from WFMY-TV, broadcasting from 43 miles S of Eden. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is NBC in Eden, NC?

NBC is on channel 12 from WXII-TV, broadcasting from 35 miles WSW of Eden. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Eden, NC?

Fox is on channel 8 from WGHP, broadcasting from 47 miles S of Eden. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Eden, NC?

CW is on channel 20 from WCWG, broadcasting from 35 miles WSW of Eden. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Eden?

30 transmitters within 70 miles of Eden; around 20 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 Eden?

The main network towers around Eden are in different directions: ABC 184° S (43 mi), CBS 185° S (43 mi) and NBC 257° WSW (35 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Eden?

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. The towers are spread over about 73° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help. Picking up Fox from up to 47 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Eden?

WGHP (Fox), 47 miles south, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Eden?

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 North Carolina · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Eden; signal estimates ignore terrain.