TV channels & antenna towers in Lorena, Texas
Lorena has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Univision. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KAXW-LD, 5.7 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Lorena
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKXXVABC | 25 | 6.5 mi | 239° WSW | Strong | Waco, TX |
| CWKNCTCW | 46 | 7.5 mi | 233° SW | Strong | Belton, TX |
| CBSKWTX-TVCBS | 10 | 7.5 mi | 233° SW | Good | Waco, TX |
| NBCKCEN-TVNBC | 6 | 7.8 mi | 182° S | Good | Temple, TX |
| FOXKWKT-TVFox | 44 | 8.2 mi | 233° SW | Strong | Waco, TX |
| ABCKRHD-CDABC | 15 | 62 mi | 134° SE | Poor | Bryan, TX |
| UNIKAKW-DTUnivision | 62 | 65 mi | 225° SW | Fair | Killeen, TX |
| NBCKAGS-LDNBC | 23 | 67 mi | 136° SE | Poor | Bryan, TX |
| FOXKYLE-TVFox | 28.2 | 67 mi | 136° SE | Poor | Bryan, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Lorena
With roughly 1,740 residents, Lorena is a small community in Texas. Our map shows 16 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power, 4 Class A and 5 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 7 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 8 farther out. Three of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Waco, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Waco's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 25 (KXXV), CBS on channel 10 (KWTX-TV), NBC on channel 6 (KCEN-TV), Fox on channel 44 (KWKT-TV), CW on channel 46 (KNCT) and Univision on channel 62 (KAKW-DT). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (fair signal).
Which way to point your antenna in Lorena
The main network towers around Lorena are in different directions: ABC 239° WSW (6.5 mi), CBS 233° SW (7.5 mi), NBC 182° S (7.8 mi) and Fox 233° SW (8.2 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, KXXV, KNCT, KWTX-TV and KWKT-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 6.5 miles southwest of Lorena (239° WSW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Lorena at fair strength or better, 83% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Lorena, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Lorena
The farthest main network tower for Lorena is KWKT-TV (Fox), 8.2 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
KXXV is only 6.5 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 Lorena
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KAXW-LDLow power | 5.7 mi | 206° SSW | Good | Mullin, TX |
| KZCZ-LDLow power | 5.7 mi | 206° SSW | Good | College Station, TX |
| KPLE-CDClass A | 38 mi | 236° SW | Weak | Killeen, TX |
| K22OK-DLow power | 48 mi | 129° SE | Poor | Calvert, TX |
| KHPZ-CDClass A | 60 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Round Rock, TX |
| KHPX-CDClass A | 60 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Georgetown, TX |
| K36LD-DLow power | 69 mi | 136° SE | Poor | College Station, TX |
How Lorena compares with the rest of Texas
With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Lorena ranks 737th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 6.5 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
24% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Waco, 12 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Lorena: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 233° SW, the direction of KWKT-TV (Fox), 8.2 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 8 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 Lorena, TX?
ABC is on channel 25 from KXXV, broadcasting from 6.5 miles WSW of Lorena. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Lorena, TX?
CBS is on channel 10 from KWTX-TV, broadcasting from 7.5 miles SW of Lorena. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Lorena, TX?
NBC is on channel 6 from KCEN-TV, broadcasting from 7.8 miles S of Lorena. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Lorena, TX?
Fox is on channel 44 from KWKT-TV, broadcasting from 8.2 miles SW of Lorena. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Lorena, TX?
CW is on channel 46 from KNCT, broadcasting from 7.5 miles SW of Lorena. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Lorena?
16 transmitters within 70 miles of Lorena; around 8 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Lorena?
The main network towers around Lorena are in different directions: ABC 239° WSW (6.5 mi), CBS 233° SW (7.5 mi), NBC 182° S (7.8 mi) and Fox 233° SW (8.2 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Lorena?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Lorena?
KXXV is only 6.5 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 Lorena?
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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