TV channels & antenna towers in Lithopolis, Ohio

Lithopolis has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 18 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WWHO (CW), 15 miles to the NW.

22TV transmitters within 70 miles
7networks over the air
15 mito the closest tower
1,351population

Network channels in Lithopolis

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
CWWWHOCW53 15 mi309° NW StrongChillicothe, OH
TLMWQMC-LDTelemundo23.3 15 mi309° NW FairColumbus, OH
ABCWSYXABC6 15 mi309° NW StrongColumbus, OH
NBCWCMH-TVNBC4 17 mi315° NW StrongColumbus, OH
CBSWBNS-TVCBS10 17 mi315° NW StrongColumbus, OH
IONWCPX-LDION38 19 mi336° NNW FairColumbus, OH
FOXWHIZ-TVFox18.2 44 mi78° ENE FairZanesville, OH

Over-the-air TV in Lithopolis

With roughly 1,350 residents, Lithopolis is a small community in Ohio. Our map shows 22 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 10 full-power, 6 Class A, 5 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 18 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 15 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 4 farther out. Five of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Columbus, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Columbus's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 6 (WSYX), CBS on channel 10 (WBNS-TV), NBC on channel 4 (WCMH-TV), Fox on channel 18.2 (WHIZ-TV), CW on channel 53 (WWHO), ION on channel 38 (WCPX-LD) and Telemundo on channel 23.3 (WQMC-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal). 5 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 Lithopolis

The main network towers around Lithopolis are in different directions: ABC 309° NW (15 mi), CBS 315° NW (17 mi), NBC 315° NW (17 mi) and Fox 78° ENE (44 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Two network stations, WWHO and WSYX, transmit from the same tower site about 15 miles northwest of Lithopolis (309° NW). That one direction covers every station on the site.

Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Lithopolis at fair strength or better, 80% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.

WHIZ-TV (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Lithopolis. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Lithopolis

The farthest main network tower for Lithopolis is WHIZ-TV (Fox), 44 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

WWHO is only 15 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.

Other stations near Lithopolis

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WDEM-CDClass A15 mi 309° NWFairColumbus, OH
WTTEFull power15 mi 309° NWStrongColumbus, OH
WSFJ-TVFull power17 mi 315° NWFairLondon, OH
WCLL-CDClass A17 mi 315° NWFairColumbus, OH
W17EB-DLow power17 mi 315° NWFairColumbus, OH
WGCT-CDClass A17 mi 315° NWFairColumbus, OH
WCSN-LDLow power19 mi 323° NWFairColumbus, OH
WCBZ-CDClass A23 mi 337° NNWFairColumbus, OH
WOOH-LDLow power25 mi 305° NWFairZanesville, OH
WOSU-TVFull power25 mi 346° NNWGoodColumbus, OH
WOCB-CDClass A38 mi 340° NNWWeakMarion, OH
WOUB-TVFull power49 mi 134° SEGoodAthens, OH
WXCB-CDClass A59 mi 343° NNWPoorDelaware, OH
W18ES-DTranslator65 mi 15° NNEPoorMansfield, OH
WMFD-TVFull power67 mi 8° NPoorMansfield, OH

How Lithopolis compares with the rest of Ohio

With 18 stations at fair strength or better, Lithopolis ranks 294th of 686 places in Ohio: the same as the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 15 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.

58% of Ohio's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Reynoldsburg, 11 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Lithopolis: 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 78° ENE, the direction of WHIZ-TV (Fox), 44 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 18 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 Lithopolis, OH?

ABC is on channel 6 from WSYX, broadcasting from 15 miles NW of Lithopolis. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CBS in Lithopolis, OH?

CBS is on channel 10 from WBNS-TV, broadcasting from 17 miles NW of Lithopolis. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is NBC in Lithopolis, OH?

NBC is on channel 4 from WCMH-TV, broadcasting from 17 miles NW of Lithopolis. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in Lithopolis, OH?

Fox is on channel 18.2 from WHIZ-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles ENE of Lithopolis. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Lithopolis, OH?

CW is on channel 53 from WWHO, broadcasting from 15 miles NW of Lithopolis. Estimated signal: strong.

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

22 transmitters within 70 miles of Lithopolis; around 18 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 Lithopolis?

The main network towers around Lithopolis are in different directions: ABC 309° NW (15 mi), CBS 315° NW (17 mi), NBC 315° NW (17 mi) and Fox 78° ENE (44 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Lithopolis?

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 129° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Lithopolis?

WWHO is only 15 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Lithopolis?

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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