TV channels & antenna towers in Blossburg, Pennsylvania
Blossburg has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox and CW. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W20CP-D, 9.0 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Blossburg
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWETM-TVCW | 18.2 | 31 mi | 19° NNE | Good | Elmira, NY |
| FOXWYDCFox | 48 | 32 mi | 359° N | Fair | Corning, NY |
| ABCWENY-TVABC | 36 | 32 mi | 359° N | Good | Elmira, NY |
| CWWQMYCW | 53.3 | 33 mi | 185° S | Fair | Williamsport, PA |
| CWWBNG-TVCW | 12.2 | 63 mi | 65° ENE | Weak | Binghamton, NY |
| FOXWICZ-TVFox | 40 | 63 mi | 65° ENE | Weak | Binghamton, NY |
| ABCWIVTABC | 34 | 63 mi | 65° ENE | Weak | Binghamton, NY |
| NBCWBGH-CDNBC | 20 | 63 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Binghamton, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Blossburg
With roughly 1,520 residents, Blossburg is a small community in Pennsylvania. Our map shows 27 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 9 full-power, 4 Class A, 7 low-power and 7 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 15 between 25 and 45 miles, and 10 farther out. Four of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Binghamton, NY, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Binghamton's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 36 (WENY-TV), NBC on channel 20 (WBGH-CD), Fox on channel 48 (WYDC) and CW on channel 18.2 (WETM-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WYOU in Scranton, PA, 71 miles to the southeast. 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 Blossburg
Point your antenna N, at about 359°. The main network towers for Blossburg sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, WYDC and WENY-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 32 miles north of Blossburg (359° N). 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 Blossburg at fair strength or better, 75% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Blossburg, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Blossburg
The farthest main network tower for Blossburg is WYDC (Fox), 32 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WBGH-CD (NBC), 63 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 Blossburg
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W20CP-DTranslator | 9.0 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Mansfield, PA |
| W26CV-DTranslator | 9.0 mi | 52° NE | Weak | Mansfield, PA |
| W29EZ-DLow power | 28 mi | 31° NNE | Weak | Elmira, NY |
| W20AD-DTranslator | 30 mi | 177° S | Poor | Williamsport, PA |
| W20EI-DTranslator | 30 mi | 89° E | Weak | Towanda, PA |
| W10CP-DTranslator | 30 mi | 90° E | Poor | Towanda, PA |
| W15CO-DTranslator | 30 mi | 90° E | Poor | Towanda, PA |
| WECY-LDLow power | 32 mi | 359° N | Poor | Elmira, NY |
| WJKP-LDLow power | 32 mi | 359° N | Weak | Corning, NY |
| W15EG-DLow power | 32 mi | 359° N | Weak | Corning, NY |
| WSKAFull power | 32 mi | 359° N | Fair | Corning, NY |
| W09DB-DClass A | 32 mi | 170° S | Weak | Williamsport, PA |
| W26BF-DLow power | 34 mi | 24° NNE | Weak | Elmira, NY |
| W19ET-DLow power | 53 mi | 324° NW | Poor | Bath, NY |
| W34FR-DTranslator | 58 mi | 25° NNE | Poor | Ithaca, NY |
| WNYS-CDClass A | 59 mi | 29° NNE | Poor | Ithaca, NY |
| WSKG-TVFull power | 63 mi | 65° ENE | Weak | Binghamton, NY |
| W36EY-DClass A | 64 mi | 136° SE | Poor | Berwick, PA |
| W30EB-DLow power | 66 mi | 112° ESE | Poor | Kingston, PA |
How Blossburg compares with the rest of Pennsylvania
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Blossburg ranks 988th of 1,015 places in Pennsylvania: fewer than the typical Pennsylvania town (24). Its nearest major network tower is 31 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
44% of Pennsylvania's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Williamsport, 30 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Blossburg: step by step
- 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.
- Point it toward 359° N, the direction of WYDC (Fox), 32 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 Blossburg, PA?
ABC is on channel 36 from WENY-TV, broadcasting from 32 miles N of Blossburg. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Blossburg, PA?
NBC is on channel 20 from WBGH-CD, broadcasting from 63 miles ENE of Blossburg. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Fox in Blossburg, PA?
Fox is on channel 48 from WYDC, broadcasting from 32 miles N of Blossburg. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Blossburg, PA?
CW is on channel 18.2 from WETM-TV, broadcasting from 31 miles NNE of Blossburg. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Blossburg?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Blossburg; around 6 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 Blossburg?
Point your antenna N, at about 359°. The main network towers for Blossburg sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Blossburg?
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. Picking up NBC from up to 63 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Blossburg?
WBGH-CD (NBC), 63 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 Blossburg?
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 Pennsylvania · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Blossburg; signal estimates ignore terrain.