TV channels & antenna towers in Cambridge Springs, Pennsylvania
Cambridge Springs has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WICU-TV (NBC), 16 miles to the N.
Network channels in Cambridge Springs
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWICU-TVNBC | 12 | 16 mi | 359° N | Fair | Erie, PA |
| CBSWSEE-TVCBS | 35 | 16 mi | 359° N | Good | Erie, PA |
| FOXWFXPFox | 66 | 16 mi | 358° N | Strong | Erie, PA |
| CWWJET-TVCW | 24.2 | 16 mi | 358° N | Strong | Erie, PA |
| CWWFMJ-TVCW | 21.2 | 58 mi | 211° SSW | Fair | Youngstown, OH |
| ABCWYTVABC | 33 | 60 mi | 211° SSW | Good | Youngstown, OH |
| FOXWYFX-LDFox | 62 | 60 mi | 211° SSW | Poor | Youngstown, OH |
| FOXWKBN-TVFox | 27.2 | 60 mi | 211° SSW | Good | Youngstown, OH |
Over-the-air TV in Cambridge Springs
Cambridge Springs is a town of about 2,540 people in Pennsylvania. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 20 licensed TV transmitters: 9 full-power, 1 Class A, 7 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.
10 of them are within 25 miles of Cambridge Springs, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 9 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Erie, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Erie's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 33 (WYTV), CBS on channel 35 (WSEE-TV), NBC on channel 12 (WICU-TV), Fox on channel 66 (WFXP) and CW on channel 24.2 (WJET-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 Cambridge Springs
Point your antenna N, at about 359°. The main network towers for Cambridge Springs sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WICU-TV, WSEE-TV, WFXP and WJET-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 16 miles north of Cambridge Springs (359° N). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Cambridge Springs at fair strength or better, 57% 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 Cambridge Springs, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Cambridge Springs
The farthest main network tower for Cambridge Springs is WFXP (Fox), 16 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WYTV (ABC), 60 miles southwest, 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 Cambridge Springs
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W32DH-DLow power | 16 mi | 359° N | Fair | Erie, PA |
| W23FH-DLow power | 16 mi | 359° N | Weak | New Castle, PA |
| WXTM-LDLow power | 16 mi | 359° N | Fair | Erie, PA |
| WQLNFull power | 17 mi | 358° N | Good | Erie, PA |
| WEPA-LDLow power | 21 mi | 358° N | Fair | Erie, PA |
| W24EU-DLow power | 23 mi | 42° NE | Fair | Erie, PA |
| W30EI-DLow power | 44 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Sharon, PA |
| W13DS-DTranslator | 51 mi | 267° W | Poor | Cleveland, OH |
| W34FP-DTranslator | 52 mi | 262° W | Poor | Eastlake, OH |
| W13DP-DTranslator | 58 mi | 211° SSW | Poor | Youngstown, OH |
| WNYBFull power | 59 mi | 46° NE | Weak | Jamestown, NY |
| WJMB-CDClass A | 61 mi | 172° S | Poor | Butler, PA |
How Cambridge Springs compares with the rest of Pennsylvania
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Cambridge Springs ranks 875th of 1,015 places in Pennsylvania: fewer than the typical Pennsylvania town (24). Its nearest major network tower is 16 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 Erie, 23 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Cambridge Springs: 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 358° N, the direction of WFXP (Fox), 16 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 12 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 Cambridge Springs, PA?
ABC is on channel 33 from WYTV, broadcasting from 60 miles SSW of Cambridge Springs. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Cambridge Springs, PA?
CBS is on channel 35 from WSEE-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles N of Cambridge Springs. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Cambridge Springs, PA?
NBC is on channel 12 from WICU-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles N of Cambridge Springs. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Cambridge Springs, PA?
Fox is on channel 66 from WFXP, broadcasting from 16 miles N of Cambridge Springs. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Cambridge Springs, PA?
CW is on channel 24.2 from WJET-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles N of Cambridge Springs. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Cambridge Springs?
20 transmitters within 70 miles of Cambridge Springs; around 12 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 Cambridge Springs?
Point your antenna N, at about 359°. The main network towers for Cambridge Springs sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Cambridge Springs?
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 ABC from up to 60 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Cambridge Springs?
WYTV (ABC), 60 miles southwest, 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 Cambridge Springs?
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 Cambridge Springs; signal estimates ignore terrain.