TV channels & antenna towers in Johnsonburg, Pennsylvania
Johnsonburg has 12 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS and ION. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WPSU-TV, 28 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Johnsonburg
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWATM-TVABC | 23 | 65 mi | 169° S | Fair | Altoona, PA |
| IONWKBS-TVION | 47.4 | 65 mi | 169° S | Poor | Altoona, PA |
| CBSWTAJ-TVCBS | 10 | 65 mi | 169° S | Fair | Altoona, PA |
Over-the-air TV in Johnsonburg
With roughly 2,370 residents, Johnsonburg is a small community in Pennsylvania. Our map shows 12 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 5 full-power, 1 Class A, 5 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 10 farther out. Three of the 3 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) and ION on channel 47.4 (WKBS-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WICU-TV in Erie, PA, 81 miles to the northwest. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WFXP in Erie, PA, 81 miles to the northwest. 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 Johnsonburg
Point your antenna S, at about 169°. The main network towers for Johnsonburg sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WATM-TV, WKBS-TV and WTAJ-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 65 miles south of Johnsonburg (169° S). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
WATM-TV (ABC) and WTAJ-TV (CBS) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Johnsonburg. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Johnsonburg
The farthest main network tower for Johnsonburg is WTAJ-TV (CBS), 65 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Johnsonburg
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WPSU-TVFull power | 28 mi | 154° SSE | Good | Clearfield, PA |
| WTOO-LDLow power | 30 mi | 169° S | Fair | Clearfield, PA |
| WHVL-LDLow power | 54 mi | 137° SE | Poor | State College, Etc., PA |
| WSPZ-LDLow power | 54 mi | 137° SE | Poor | State College, PA |
| W36FK-DTranslator | 55 mi | 208° SSW | Poor | Altoona, PA |
| WKHU-CDClass A | 66 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Kittanning, PA |
| W26EQ-DLow power | 67 mi | 142° SE | Poor | State College, PA |
| W24EU-DLow power | 68 mi | 305° NW | Poor | Erie, PA |
| WNYBFull power | 69 mi | 336° NNW | Poor | Jamestown, NY |
How Johnsonburg compares with the rest of Pennsylvania
With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Johnsonburg ranks 1,006th of 1,015 places in Pennsylvania: fewer than the typical Pennsylvania town (24). Its nearest major network tower is 65 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
19% of Pennsylvania's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Johnsonburg: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 169° S, the direction of WTAJ-TV (CBS), 65 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 4 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 Johnsonburg, PA?
ABC is on channel 23 from WATM-TV, broadcasting from 65 miles S of Johnsonburg. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Johnsonburg, PA?
CBS is on channel 10 from WTAJ-TV, broadcasting from 65 miles S of Johnsonburg. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Johnsonburg?
12 transmitters within 70 miles of Johnsonburg; around 4 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Johnsonburg?
Point your antenna S, at about 169°. The main network towers for Johnsonburg sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Johnsonburg?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Johnsonburg?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Johnsonburg?
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 Johnsonburg; signal estimates ignore terrain.