TV channels & antenna towers in Garrochales, Puerto Rico
Garrochales has 84 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox and Telemundo. About 36 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WIMN-CD, 4.6 miles to the W.
Network channels in Garrochales
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo | 2.11 | 20 mi | 182° S | Strong | Ponce, PR |
| TLMWNJX-TVTelemundo | 2.12 | 35 mi | 232° SW | Good | Mayaguez, PR |
| NBCWKAQ-TVNBC | 2.3 | 41 mi | 125° SE | Good | San Juan, PR |
| FOXWSJP-LDFox | 30.2 | 42 mi | 257° WSW | Poor | Aguadilla, PR |
Over-the-air TV in Garrochales
With roughly 1,210 residents, Garrochales is a small community in Puerto Rico. Our map shows 84 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 28 full-power, 5 Class A, 48 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 36 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 15 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 14 transmitters are within 25 miles, 54 between 25 and 45 miles, and 16 farther out.
The best-placed network stations are NBC on channel 2.3 (WKAQ-TV), Fox on channel 30.2 (WSJP-LD) and Telemundo on channel 2.11 (WTIN-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WCVI-TV in Christiansted, VI, 130 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Garrochales. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong signal). 25 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 Garrochales
Point your antenna SE, at about 125°. The main network towers for Garrochales sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Garrochales, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Garrochales
The farthest main network tower for Garrochales is WKAQ-TV (NBC), 41 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Garrochales
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 80; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIMN-CDClass A | 4.6 mi | 269° W | Good | Arecibo, PR |
| W02CT-DLow power | 11 mi | 270° W | Weak | Arecibo, PR |
| W28EQ-DTranslator | 16 mi | 221° SW | Weak | Utuado, PR |
| WQHAFull power | 19 mi | 185° S | Fair | Aguada, PR |
| W04DV-DLow power | 19 mi | 185° S | Fair | Naranjito, PR |
| WSUR-DTFull power | 20 mi | 182° S | Fair | Ponce, PR |
| WCCV-TVFull power | 20 mi | 220° SW | Good | Arecibo, PR |
| WUSP-LDLow power | 21 mi | 178° S | Fair | Ponce, PR |
| W08EH-DLow power | 21 mi | 178° S | Fair | Ponce, PR |
| W02CS-DLow power | 21 mi | 178° S | Fair | Ponce, PR |
| W28EH-DTranslator | 22 mi | 205° SSW | Weak | Adjuntas, PR |
| WECNFull power | 23 mi | 120° ESE | Good | Naranjito, PR |
| WWKQ-LDLow power | 24 mi | 274° W | Weak | Quebradillas, PR |
| WVOZ-TVFull power | 28 mi | 205° SSW | Fair | Ponce, PR |
| WKPVFull power | 28 mi | 205° SSW | Fair | Ponce, PR |
| WELUFull power | 28 mi | 113° ESE | Fair | Toa Baja, PR |
| WSJN-CDClass A | 28 mi | 113° ESE | Fair | San Juan, PR |
| W10DD-DLow power | 28 mi | 113° ESE | Weak | San Juan, PR |
| WQTOFull power | 29 mi | 205° SSW | Good | Ponce, PR |
| W35DS-DLow power | 29 mi | 205° SSW | Fair | Yauco, PR |
| WQQZ-CDClass A | 29 mi | 205° SSW | Fair | Ponce, PR |
| WLII-DTFull power | 32 mi | 112° ESE | Good | Caguas, PR |
| WVTE-LDLow power | 32 mi | 112° ESE | Weak | Guaynabo, PR |
| WWXY-LDLow power | 32 mi | 112° ESE | Weak | San Juan, PR |
| WDWLFull power | 32 mi | 112° ESE | Good | Bayamon, PR |
How Garrochales compares with the rest of Puerto Rico
With 36 stations at fair strength or better, Garrochales ranks 165th of 219 places in Puerto Rico: fewer than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 20 miles away, against a state median of 15 miles.
28% of Puerto Rico's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Barceloneta, 1.8 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Garrochales: 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 125° SE, the direction of WKAQ-TV (NBC), 41 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 36 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 NBC in Garrochales, PR?
NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 41 miles SE of Garrochales. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Garrochales, PR?
Fox is on channel 30.2 from WSJP-LD, broadcasting from 42 miles WSW of Garrochales. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Telemundo in Garrochales, PR?
Telemundo is on channel 2.11 from WTIN-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles S of Garrochales. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Garrochales?
84 transmitters within 70 miles of Garrochales; around 36 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 Garrochales?
Point your antenna SE, at about 125°. The main network towers for Garrochales sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Garrochales?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Garrochales?
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.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Garrochales?
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.
TV channels in nearby Puerto Rico cities
- Barceloneta1.8 mi
- Manatí5.2 mi
- Estancias de Florida6.0 mi
- Florida6.3 mi
- Arecibo9.9 mi
- Vega Baja12 mi
- Ceiba14 mi
- Vega Alta16 mi
- Utuado16 mi
- Hatillo17 mi
- San Antonio17 mi
- Corozal18 mi
- Dorado20 mi
- Campanilla22 mi
- Ingenio22 mi
- Adjuntas23 mi
- Candelaria Arenas23 mi
- Lares23 mi
- Pájaros24 mi
- Candelaria24 mi
- Quebradillas24 mi
- Sabana Seca25 mi
- Levittown25 mi
- Bayamón27 mi
More: all TV stations in Puerto Rico · U.S. Territories region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Garrochales; signal estimates ignore terrain.