TV channels & antenna towers in Las Ollas, Puerto Rico

Las Ollas has 84 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox and Telemundo. About 46 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W02CS-D, 12 miles to the NW.

84TV transmitters within 70 miles
3networks over the air
12 mito the closest tower
1,949population

Network channels in Las Ollas

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
TLMWTIN-TVTelemundo2.11 14 mi313° NW StrongPonce, PR
NBCWKAQ-TVNBC2.3 25 mi77° ENE StrongSan Juan, PR
TLMWNJX-TVTelemundo2.12 38 mi282° WNW GoodMayaguez, PR
FOXWSJP-LDFox30.2 53 mi291° WNW PoorAguadilla, PR

Over-the-air TV in Las Ollas

Las Ollas, Puerto Rico has a population of about 1,950. 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, 46 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 16 at good or strong strength.

22 of them are within 25 miles of Las Ollas, 38 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 24 are more than 45 miles out.

The strongest network signals here 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, 113 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Las Ollas. 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 Las Ollas

Point your antenna ENE, at about 77°. The main network towers for Las Ollas 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 Las Ollas, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Las Ollas

The farthest main network tower for Las Ollas is WKAQ-TV (NBC), 25 miles away with a strong 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.

WTIN-TV is only 14 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 Las Ollas

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.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
W02CS-DLow power12 mi 314° NWFairPonce, PR
WUSP-LDLow power12 mi 314° NWGoodPonce, PR
W08EH-DLow power12 mi 314° NWFairPonce, PR
W05DB-DLow power13 mi 253° WSWWeakPonce, PR
WSUR-DTFull power14 mi 313° NWGoodPonce, PR
W16CW-DLow power14 mi 256° WSWFairVillalba, PR
W04DV-DLow power15 mi 311° NWFairNaranjito, PR
WQHAFull power15 mi 311° NWGoodAguada, PR
W30ED-DLow power20 mi 90° EFairGuayama, PR
W17EA-DLow power20 mi 90° EFairArroyo, PR
W28EH-DTranslator21 mi 297° WNWWeakAdjuntas, PR
WECNFull power21 mi 30° NNEGoodNaranjito, PR
W20DS-DLow power21 mi 98° EFairCaguas, PR
WVOZ-TVFull power21 mi 278° WFairPonce, PR
WKPVFull power21 mi 278° WFairPonce, PR
WQTOFull power22 mi 278° WStrongPonce, PR
W35DS-DLow power22 mi 278° WFairYauco, PR
WQQZ-CDClass A22 mi 278° WFairPonce, PR
WELUFull power25 mi 43° NEFairToa Baja, PR
WSJN-CDClass A25 mi 43° NEFairSan Juan, PR
W10DD-DLow power25 mi 43° NEWeakSan Juan, PR
WAPA-TVFull power25 mi 77° ENEStrongSan Juan, PR
WXWZ-LDLow power25 mi 78° ENEFairGuayama, PR
W20DR-DLow power25 mi 78° ENEFairHumacao, PR
WCCV-TVFull power26 mi 302° WNWFairArecibo, PR

How Las Ollas compares with the rest of Puerto Rico

With 46 stations at fair strength or better, Las Ollas ranks 23rd of 219 places in Puerto Rico: more than the typical Puerto Rico town (41). Its nearest major network tower is 14 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 Ponce, 13 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Las Ollas: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 77° ENE, the direction of WKAQ-TV (NBC), 25 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 46 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 NBC in Las Ollas, PR?

NBC is on channel 2.3 from WKAQ-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles ENE of Las Ollas. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in Las Ollas, PR?

Fox is on channel 30.2 from WSJP-LD, broadcasting from 53 miles WNW of Las Ollas. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is Telemundo in Las Ollas, PR?

Telemundo is on channel 2.11 from WTIN-TV, broadcasting from 14 miles NW of Las Ollas. Estimated signal: strong.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Las Ollas?

84 transmitters within 70 miles of Las Ollas; around 46 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 Las Ollas?

Point your antenna ENE, at about 77°. The main network towers for Las Ollas sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Las Ollas?

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 Las Ollas?

WTIN-TV is only 14 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 Las Ollas?

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 Puerto Rico · U.S. Territories region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Las Ollas; signal estimates ignore terrain.