TV channels & antenna towers in Ogden, North Carolina
Ogden has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW, ION and Telemundo. About 19 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WQDH-LD, 9.0 miles to the SW.
Network channels in Ogden
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMWTWL-LDTelemundo | 31 | 9.0 mi | 231° SW | Good | Wilmington, NC |
| CWWWAYCW | 3.3 | 23 mi | 245° WSW | Good | Wilmington, NC |
| NBCWECTNBC | 6 | 23 mi | 245° WSW | Good | Wilmington, NC |
| FOXWSFX-TVFox | 26 | 23 mi | 245° WSW | Good | Wilmington, NC |
| MeTVWILM-LDMeTV | 10.2 | 24 mi | 278° W | Fair | Wilmington, NC |
| IONWPXU-TVION | 35 | 24 mi | 51° NE | Good | Jacksonville, NC |
| ABCWCTI-TVABC | 12 | 64 mi | 25° NNE | Fair | New Bern, NC |
Over-the-air TV in Ogden
Ogden is a town of about 6,770 people in North Carolina. There are 23 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 8 full-power and 15 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 19 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 10 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 16 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 6 farther out. Five of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Wilmington, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Wilmington's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 12 (WCTI-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WECT), Fox on channel 26 (WSFX-TV), CW on channel 3.3 (WWAY), ION on channel 35 (WPXU-TV), Telemundo on channel 31 (WTWL-LD) and MeTV on channel 10.2 (WILM-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WBTW in Florence, SC, 86 miles to the west. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal). 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 Ogden
Point your antenna WSW, at about 245°. The main network towers for Ogden sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WWAY, WECT and WSFX-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 23 miles southwest of Ogden (245° WSW). 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 Ogden at fair strength or better, 60% 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 Ogden, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Ogden
The farthest main network tower for Ogden is WSFX-TV (Fox), 23 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here.
WCTI-TV (ABC), 64 miles northeast, 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 Ogden
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WQDH-LDLow power | 9.0 mi | 225° SW | Good | Wilmington, NC |
| W11DR-DLow power | 9.0 mi | 231° SW | Fair | Wilmington, NC |
| W19EU-DLow power | 9.0 mi | 231° SW | Fair | Wilmington, NC |
| W22FN-DLow power | 9.0 mi | 231° SW | Good | Wilmington, NC |
| W20EY-DLow power | 9.0 mi | 231° SW | Good | Wilmington, NC |
| W04DQ-DLow power | 13 mi | 252° WSW | Fair | Wilmington, NC |
| WILT-LDLow power | 15 mi | 216° SW | Fair | Wilmington, NC |
| W35EF-DLow power | 23 mi | 245° WSW | Fair | Wilmington, NC |
| WUNJ-TVFull power | 24 mi | 278° W | Strong | Wilmington, NC |
| W30ER-DLow power | 24 mi | 278° W | Fair | Wilmington, NC |
| W27DP-DLow power | 45 mi | 48° NE | Poor | New Bern, NC |
| WIDO-LDLow power | 46 mi | 239° WSW | Poor | Wilmington, NC |
| WYDOFull power | 64 mi | 25° NNE | Fair | Greenville, NC |
| WUNM-TVFull power | 64 mi | 25° NNE | Good | Jacksonville, NC |
| WQHI-LDLow power | 69 mi | 241° WSW | Poor | Myrtle Beach, SC |
| W18EV-DLow power | 70 mi | 63° ENE | Poor | New Bern, NC |
How Ogden compares with the rest of North Carolina
With 19 stations at fair strength or better, Ogden ranks 225th of 465 places in North Carolina: the same as the typical North Carolina town (19). Its nearest major network tower is 9.0 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
19% of North Carolina's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Wilmington, 7.9 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Ogden: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 245° WSW, the direction of WSFX-TV (Fox), 23 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 19 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 Ogden, NC?
ABC is on channel 12 from WCTI-TV, broadcasting from 64 miles NNE of Ogden. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Ogden, NC?
NBC is on channel 6 from WECT, broadcasting from 23 miles WSW of Ogden. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Ogden, NC?
Fox is on channel 26 from WSFX-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles WSW of Ogden. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Ogden, NC?
CW is on channel 3.3 from WWAY, broadcasting from 23 miles WSW of Ogden. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Telemundo in Ogden, NC?
Telemundo is on channel 31 from WTWL-LD, broadcasting from 9.0 miles SW of Ogden. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ogden?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Ogden; around 19 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Ogden?
Point your antenna WSW, at about 245°. The main network towers for Ogden sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Ogden?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks. Picking up ABC from up to 64 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Ogden?
WCTI-TV (ABC), 64 miles northeast, 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 Ogden?
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.
TV channels in nearby North Carolina cities
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- Masonboro6.6 mi
- Wilmington7.9 mi
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- Myrtle Grove10 mi
- Leland13 mi
- Carolina Beach17 mi
- Surf City19 mi
- Burgaw20 mi
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- Long Beach30 mi
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- Oak Island31 mi
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- Lake Waccamaw39 mi
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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 Ogden; signal estimates ignore terrain.