TV channels & antenna towers in Red Hill, South Carolina
Red Hill has 39 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS, NBC, Fox, CW, Telemundo and MeTV. About 17 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WMBF-TV (NBC), 7.0 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Red Hill
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWMBF-TVNBC | 32 | 7.0 mi | 208° SSW | Strong | Myrtle Beach, SC |
| TLMWXIV-LDTelemundo | 14 | 7.0 mi | 208° SSW | Good | Myrtle Beach, SC |
| FOXWFXBFox | 43 | 27 mi | 340° NNW | Good | Myrtle Beach, SC |
| CBSWBTWCBS | 13 | 42 mi | 335° NNW | Fair | Florence, SC |
| CWWPDE-TVCW | 15.2 | 42 mi | 335° NNW | Good | Florence, SC |
| CWWWAYCW | 3.3 | 52 mi | 65° ENE | Good | Wilmington, NC |
| NBCWECTNBC | 6 | 52 mi | 65° ENE | Good | Wilmington, NC |
| FOXWSFX-TVFox | 26 | 52 mi | 65° ENE | Fair | Wilmington, NC |
| MeTVWILM-LDMeTV | 10.2 | 57 mi | 52° NE | Poor | Wilmington, NC |
| TLMWTWL-LDTelemundo | 31 | 67 mi | 67° ENE | Poor | Wilmington, NC |
Over-the-air TV in Red Hill
Red Hill, South Carolina has a population of about 13,200. There are 39 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 12 full-power, 3 Class A and 24 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 17 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
8 of them are within 25 miles of Red Hill, 8 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 23 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Wilmington, NC, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Wilmington's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are CBS on channel 13 (WBTW), NBC on channel 32 (WMBF-TV), Fox on channel 43 (WFXB), CW on channel 15.2 (WPDE-TV), Telemundo on channel 14 (WXIV-LD) and MeTV on channel 10.2 (WILM-LD). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WCIV in Charleston, SC, 72 miles to the southwest. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal). 5 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 Red Hill
The main network towers around Red Hill are in different directions: CBS 335° NNW (42 mi), NBC 208° SSW (7.0 mi) and Fox 340° NNW (27 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WBTW and WPDE-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 42 miles northwest of Red Hill (335° NNW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Red Hill at fair strength or better, 43% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across three other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Red Hill, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Red Hill
The farthest main network tower for Red Hill is WBTW (CBS), 42 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
WMBF-TV is only 7.0 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 Red Hill
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 29; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WQHI-LDLow power | 8.4 mi | 107° ESE | Good | Myrtle Beach, SC |
| WHMCFull power | 10 mi | 330° NNW | Strong | Conway, SC |
| WFDY-LDLow power | 15 mi | 187° S | Fair | Myrtle Beach, SC |
| WMBE-LDLow power | 16 mi | 186° S | Fair | Myrtle Beach, SC |
| WGSC-CDClass A | 18 mi | 186° S | Weak | Murrells Inlet, SC |
| WGSI-CDClass A | 18 mi | 186° S | Weak | Murrells Inlet, SC |
| W15ES-DLow power | 30 mi | 212° SSW | Fair | Georgetown, SC |
| WIDO-LDLow power | 31 mi | 76° ENE | Fair | Wilmington, NC |
| W15DC-DLow power | 33 mi | 319° NW | Weak | Florence, SC |
| W25FQ-DLow power | 33 mi | 319° NW | Weak | Florence, SC |
| WWMBFull power | 42 mi | 335° NNW | Good | Florence, SC |
| W14FB-DLow power | 51 mi | 308° NW | Poor | Florence, SC |
| WJPM-TVFull power | 52 mi | 308° NW | Fair | Florence, SC |
| W35ED-DLow power | 52 mi | 308° NW | Poor | Florence, SC |
| W35EF-DLow power | 52 mi | 65° ENE | Poor | Wilmington, NC |
| W33DN-DLow power | 56 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Florence, SC |
| WUNJ-TVFull power | 57 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Wilmington, NC |
| W30ER-DLow power | 57 mi | 52° NE | Poor | Wilmington, NC |
| WPEM-LDLow power | 59 mi | 359° N | Poor | Lumberton, NC |
| WTNG-CDClass A | 61 mi | 355° N | Poor | Rockfish, NC |
| W19FC-DLow power | 61 mi | 355° N | Poor | Lumberton, NC |
| W04DQ-DLow power | 63 mi | 64° ENE | Poor | Wilmington, NC |
| WILT-LDLow power | 63 mi | 72° ENE | Poor | Wilmington, NC |
| W11DR-DLow power | 67 mi | 67° ENE | Poor | Wilmington, NC |
| W19EU-DLow power | 67 mi | 67° ENE | Poor | Wilmington, NC |
How Red Hill compares with the rest of South Carolina
With 17 stations at fair strength or better, Red Hill ranks 63rd of 244 places in South Carolina: more than the typical South Carolina town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 7.0 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
59% of South Carolina's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Myrtle Beach, 12 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Red Hill: 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 335° NNW, the direction of WBTW (CBS), 42 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 17 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 CBS in Red Hill, SC?
CBS is on channel 13 from WBTW, broadcasting from 42 miles NNW of Red Hill. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Red Hill, SC?
NBC is on channel 32 from WMBF-TV, broadcasting from 7.0 miles SSW of Red Hill. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Red Hill, SC?
Fox is on channel 43 from WFXB, broadcasting from 27 miles NNW of Red Hill. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Red Hill, SC?
CW is on channel 15.2 from WPDE-TV, broadcasting from 42 miles NNW of Red Hill. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Telemundo in Red Hill, SC?
Telemundo is on channel 14 from WXIV-LD, broadcasting from 7.0 miles SSW of Red Hill. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Red Hill?
39 transmitters within 70 miles of Red Hill; around 17 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 Red Hill?
The main network towers around Red Hill are in different directions: CBS 335° NNW (42 mi), NBC 208° SSW (7.0 mi) and Fox 340° NNW (27 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Red Hill?
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. The towers are spread over about 132° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Red Hill?
WMBF-TV is only 7.0 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 Red Hill?
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 South Carolina cities
- Conway2.0 mi
- Forestbrook7.6 mi
- Socastee9.6 mi
- Myrtle Beach12 mi
- Surfside Beach15 mi
- Garden City16 mi
- Red Hill18 mi
- Murrells Inlet19 mi
- North Myrtle Beach19 mi
- Little River24 mi
- Johnsonville25 mi
- Marion33 mi
- Pamplico34 mi
- Georgetown35 mi
- Andrews40 mi
- Lake City42 mi
- Dillon46 mi
- Kingstree48 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Tabor City, NC24 mi
- Shallotte, NC38 mi
- Whiteville, NC40 mi
- Lake Waccamaw, NC45 mi
- Fairmont, NC47 mi
- Oak Island, NC50 mi
More: all TV stations in South Carolina · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Red Hill; signal estimates ignore terrain.