TV channels & antenna towers in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania

Hollidaysburg has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, CW and ION. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WTAJ-TV (CBS), 10 miles to the NNW.

21TV transmitters within 70 miles
4networks over the air
10 mito the closest tower
5,784population

Network channels in Hollidaysburg

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
CBSWTAJ-TVCBS10 10 mi344° NNW StrongAltoona, PA
IONWKBS-TVION47.4 10 mi344° NNW FairAltoona, PA
ABCWATM-TVABC23 10 mi344° NNW StrongAltoona, PA
CWWJAC-TVCW6.4 31 mi263° W GoodJohnstown, PA
ABCWWCP-TVABC8.2 44 mi247° WSW WeakJohnstown, PA

Over-the-air TV in Hollidaysburg

Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania has a population of about 5,780. There are 21 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 7 full-power, 3 Class A, 7 low-power and 4 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.

3 of them are within 25 miles of Hollidaysburg, 9 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 9 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Altoona, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Altoona's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 23 (WATM-TV), CBS on channel 10 (WTAJ-TV), CW on channel 6.4 (WJAC-TV) and ION on channel 47.4 (WKBS-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WPXI in Pittsburgh, PA, 85 miles to the west. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WPMT in York, PA, 80 miles to the east. 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 Hollidaysburg

Point your antenna NNW, at about 344°. The main network towers for Hollidaysburg sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Three network stations, WTAJ-TV, WKBS-TV and WATM-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 10 miles north of Hollidaysburg (344° NNW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.

Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Hollidaysburg 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 Hollidaysburg, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Hollidaysburg

The farthest main network tower for Hollidaysburg is WATM-TV (ABC), 10 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

WTAJ-TV is only 10 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 Hollidaysburg

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WTOO-CDClass A32 mi 263° WFairJohnstown, PA
W26EQ-DLow power33 mi 52° NEWeakState College, PA
WHVL-LDLow power40 mi 32° NNEPoorState College, Etc., PA
WSPZ-LDLow power40 mi 32° NNEPoorState College, PA
W25FE-DLow power43 mi 128° SEPoorChambersburg, PA
WCZS-LDLow power43 mi 128° SEPoorChambersburg, PA
W20EU-DTranslator43 mi 127° SEPoorChambersburg, PA
WTOO-LDLow power45 mi 348° NNWPoorClearfield, PA
W36FK-DTranslator48 mi 302° WNWPoorAltoona, PA
WPSU-TVFull power48 mi 357° NGoodClearfield, PA
W33EM-DTranslator53 mi 250° WSWPoorPittsburgh, PA
WWPBFull power58 mi 157° SSEGoodHagerstown, MD
WKHU-CDClass A65 mi 293° WNWPoorKittanning, PA
W08EE-DTranslator69 mi 165° SSEPoorMartinsburg, WV
WIIC-LDLow power70 mi 271° WPoorPittsburgh, PA
WBYD-CDClass A70 mi 271° WPoorPittsburgh, PA

How Hollidaysburg compares with the rest of Pennsylvania

With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Hollidaysburg ranks 972nd of 1,015 places in Pennsylvania: fewer than the typical Pennsylvania town (24). Its nearest major network tower is 10 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.

37% of Pennsylvania's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Altoona, 6.3 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Hollidaysburg: step by step

  1. Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
  2. Point it toward 344° NNW, the direction of WATM-TV (ABC), 10 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 7 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 Hollidaysburg, PA?

ABC is on channel 23 from WATM-TV, broadcasting from 10 miles NNW of Hollidaysburg. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CBS in Hollidaysburg, PA?

CBS is on channel 10 from WTAJ-TV, broadcasting from 10 miles NNW of Hollidaysburg. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CW in Hollidaysburg, PA?

CW is on channel 6.4 from WJAC-TV, broadcasting from 31 miles W of Hollidaysburg. Estimated signal: good.

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

21 transmitters within 70 miles of Hollidaysburg; around 7 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 Hollidaysburg?

Point your antenna NNW, at about 344°. The main network towers for Hollidaysburg sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Hollidaysburg?

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.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Hollidaysburg?

WTAJ-TV is only 10 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 Hollidaysburg?

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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