TV channels & antenna towers in Castleton, Vermont
Castleton has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W23EU-D, 9.1 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Castleton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWPTZNBC | 5 | 66 mi | 16° NNE | Good | Plattsburgh, NY |
| CWWNNECW | 31 | 66 mi | 16° NNE | Good | Montpelier, VT |
| CBSWCAX-TVCBS | 3 | 66 mi | 16° NNE | Good | Burlington, VT |
| FOXWFFF-TVFox | 44 | 66 mi | 16° NNE | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| ABCWVNYABC | 22 | 66 mi | 16° NNE | Weak | Burlington, VT |
Over-the-air TV in Castleton
Castleton is a small community of about 1,490 people in Vermont. There are 21 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 8 full-power, 2 Class A, 5 low-power and 6 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Castleton, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 15 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Burlington, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Burlington's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 22 (WVNY), CBS on channel 3 (WCAX-TV), NBC on channel 5 (WPTZ), Fox on channel 44 (WFFF-TV) and CW on channel 31 (WNNE). 3 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 Castleton
Point your antenna NNE, at about 16°. The main network towers for Castleton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, WPTZ, WNNE, WCAX-TV, WFFF-TV and WVNY, transmit from the same tower site about 66 miles north of Castleton (16° NNE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Castleton at fair strength or better, all arrive from the north, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Castleton, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Castleton
The farthest main network tower for Castleton is WFFF-TV (Fox), 66 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Castleton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W23EU-DTranslator | 9.1 mi | 109° ESE | Fair | Rutland, VT |
| W30DM-DTranslator | 31 mi | 174° S | Poor | Manchester, Etc., VT |
| WNCE-CDClass A | 36 mi | 232° SW | Weak | Glens Falls, NY |
| W25BT-DTranslator | 42 mi | 4° N | Poor | Monkton, VT |
| WNGN-LDLow power | 44 mi | 203° SSW | Poor | Troy, NY |
| WNGX-LDLow power | 44 mi | 203° SSW | Poor | Schenectady, NY |
| WYCU-LDLow power | 47 mi | 108° ESE | Poor | Charlestown, Etc., NH |
| W20EH-DTranslator | 52 mi | 183° S | Poor | Pownal, Etc., VT |
| W36FE-DLow power | 52 mi | 82° E | Poor | Hanover, NH |
| W29EW-DTranslator | 56 mi | 347° NNW | Poor | Willsboro, NY |
| WEKW-TVFull power | 57 mi | 134° SE | Fair | Keene, NH |
| WETKFull power | 66 mi | 16° NNE | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| W32FW-DTranslator | 67 mi | 180° S | Poor | Adams, MA |
| WYBM-LDLow power | 68 mi | 172° S | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| WYCIFull power | 69 mi | 317° NW | Poor | Saranac Lake, NY |
| WFNY-CDClass A | 69 mi | 240° WSW | Poor | Gloversville, NY |
How Castleton compares with the rest of Vermont
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Castleton ranks 55th of 82 places in Vermont: fewer than the typical Vermont town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 66 miles away, against a state median of 40 miles.
39% of Vermont's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Queensbury, 27 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Castleton: 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 16° NNE, the direction of WFFF-TV (Fox), 66 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 7 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 Castleton, VT?
ABC is on channel 22 from WVNY, broadcasting from 66 miles NNE of Castleton. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in Castleton, VT?
CBS is on channel 3 from WCAX-TV, broadcasting from 66 miles NNE of Castleton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Castleton, VT?
NBC is on channel 5 from WPTZ, broadcasting from 66 miles NNE of Castleton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Castleton, VT?
Fox is on channel 44 from WFFF-TV, broadcasting from 66 miles NNE of Castleton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Castleton, VT?
CW is on channel 31 from WNNE, broadcasting from 66 miles NNE of Castleton. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Castleton?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of Castleton; around 7 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 Castleton?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 16°. The main network towers for Castleton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Castleton?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Castleton?
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 Castleton?
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 Vermont · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Castleton; signal estimates ignore terrain.