TV channels & antenna towers in Oak Grove, Tennessee
Oak Grove has 41 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, CW and MeTV. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WKIN-CD, 12 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Oak Grove
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWJHL-TVABC | 11.2 | 16 mi | 85° E | Good | Johnson City, TN |
| MeTVWAPK-CDMeTV | 36.1 | 16 mi | 85° E | Fair | Bristol Va/Kingsport, TN |
| CWWCYB-TVCW | 5.2 | 18 mi | 81° E | Strong | Bristol, VA |
| CBSWYMT-TVCBS | 57 | 68 mi | 322° NW | Weak | Hazard, KY |
Over-the-air TV in Oak Grove
Oak Grove is a town of about 4,430 people in Tennessee. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 41 licensed TV transmitters: 10 full-power, 6 Class A, 1 low-power and 24 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 9 transmitters are within 25 miles, 10 between 25 and 45 miles, and 22 farther out.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 11.2 (WJHL-TV), CBS on channel 57 (WYMT-TV), CW on channel 5.2 (WCYB-TV) and MeTV on channel 36.1 (WAPK-CD). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WBIR-TV in Knoxville, TN, 89 miles to the west. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WHNS in Greenville, SC, 86 miles to the south. 7 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 Oak Grove
The main network towers around Oak Grove are in different directions: ABC 85° E (16 mi) and CBS 322° NW (68 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Three network stations, WJHL-TV, WAPK-CD and WCYB-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 16 miles east of Oak Grove (85° E). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Oak Grove at fair strength or better, all arrive from the east, so this is an easy place to aim.
WYMT-TV (CBS) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Oak Grove. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Oak Grove
The farthest main network tower for Oak Grove is WYMT-TV (CBS), 68 miles away with a weak 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 Oak Grove
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 37; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WKIN-CDClass A | 12 mi | 312° NW | Weak | Weber Cy,Va-Kpt,Tn, VA |
| WKPZ-CDClass A | 12 mi | 311° NW | Good | Kingsport, TN |
| WKPT-CDClass A | 12 mi | 311° NW | Fair | Kingsport, TN |
| WOPI-CDClass A | 16 mi | 85° E | Fair | Bristol,Va/Kingsport, TN |
| WKPT-TVFull power | 16 mi | 85° E | Good | Kingsport, TN |
| WEMTFull power | 18 mi | 81° E | Strong | Greeneville, TN |
| W07DS-DTranslator | 34 mi | 168° SSE | Poor | Burnsville, NC |
| W35CO-DTranslator | 34 mi | 168° SSE | Weak | Burnsville, NC |
| W15EL-DTranslator | 39 mi | 191° S | Poor | Mars Hill, NC |
| W12CI-DTranslator | 40 mi | 213° SSW | Poor | Hot Springs, NC |
| W30CS-DTranslator | 40 mi | 101° E | Poor | Zionville, NC |
| WUNE-TVFull power | 40 mi | 126° SE | Good | Linville, NC |
| W31DI-DTranslator | 41 mi | 154° SSE | Poor | Spruce Pine, NC |
| W27EK-DTranslator | 42 mi | 107° ESE | Poor | Boone, NC |
| WETP-TVFull power | 42 mi | 267° W | Good | Sneedville, TN |
| W23ES-DTranslator | 45 mi | 200° SSW | Poor | Marshall, NC |
| W30EF-DTranslator | 52 mi | 86° E | Poor | Jefferson, NC |
| W18EP-DTranslator | 52 mi | 189° S | Poor | Weaverville, NC |
| W28EE-DTranslator | 54 mi | 184° S | Poor | Canton, Etc., NC |
| W10AD-DTranslator | 54 mi | 175° S | Poor | Montreat, NC |
| W12AQ-DTranslator | 55 mi | 175° S | Poor | Black Mountain, NC |
| W22FB-DTranslator | 56 mi | 155° SSE | Poor | Marion, NC |
| W15DY-DTranslator | 56 mi | 155° SSE | Poor | Marion, Etc., NC |
| W33EH-DTranslator | 58 mi | 178° S | Poor | Black Mountain, NC |
| WASV-LDLow power | 58 mi | 194° SSW | Poor | Asheville, NC |
How Oak Grove compares with the rest of Tennessee
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Oak Grove ranks 200th of 299 places in Tennessee: fewer than the typical Tennessee town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 16 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
31% of Tennessee's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Johnson City, 7.9 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Oak Grove: 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 322° NW, the direction of WYMT-TV (CBS), 68 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 12 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 Oak Grove, TN?
ABC is on channel 11.2 from WJHL-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles E of Oak Grove. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Oak Grove, TN?
CBS is on channel 57 from WYMT-TV, broadcasting from 68 miles NW of Oak Grove. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Oak Grove, TN?
CW is on channel 5.2 from WCYB-TV, broadcasting from 18 miles E of Oak Grove. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Oak Grove?
41 transmitters within 70 miles of Oak Grove; around 12 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 Oak Grove?
The main network towers around Oak Grove are in different directions: ABC 85° E (16 mi) and CBS 322° NW (68 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Oak Grove?
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. The towers are spread over about 122° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Oak Grove?
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 Oak Grove?
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 Tennessee cities
- Colonial Heights6.7 mi
- Johnson City7.9 mi
- Jonesborough8.6 mi
- Kingsport12 mi
- Bloomingdale12 mi
- Elizabethton13 mi
- Mount Carmel16 mi
- Church Hill18 mi
- Bristol18 mi
- Erwin18 mi
- Roan Mountain25 mi
- Greeneville28 mi
- Rogersville32 mi
- Mountain City35 mi
- Sneedville45 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Bristol, VA18 mi
- Abingdon, VA32 mi
- Castlewood, VA34 mi
- Burnsville, NC35 mi
- Big Stone Gap, VA37 mi
- Lebanon, VA39 mi
- Spruce Pine, NC40 mi
- Pennington Gap, VA41 mi
- Boone, NC44 mi
More: all TV stations in Tennessee · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Oak Grove; signal estimates ignore terrain.