TV channels & antenna towers in Pawlet, Vermont
Pawlet has 26 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W30DM-D, 13 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Pawlet
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWYPX-TVION | 55 | 64 mi | 221° SW | Weak | Amsterdam, NY |
| FOXWXXA-TVFox | 23 | 65 mi | 221° SW | Weak | Albany, NY |
| CWWCWNCW | 45 | 65 mi | 221° SW | Fair | Schenectady, NY |
| NBCWNYTNBC | 13 | 65 mi | 221° SW | Fair | Albany, NY |
| CBSWRGBCBS | 6 | 65 mi | 221° SW | Fair | Schenectady, NY |
| ABCWTENABC | 10 | 65 mi | 221° SW | Fair | Albany, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Pawlet
With roughly 1,430 residents, Pawlet is a small community in Vermont. Our map shows 26 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 9 full-power, 2 Class A, 8 low-power and 7 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Pawlet, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 19 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Albany, NY, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Albany's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 10 (WTEN), CBS on channel 6 (WRGB), NBC on channel 13 (WNYT), Fox on channel 23 (WXXA-TV), CW on channel 45 (WCWN) and ION on channel 55 (WYPX-TV). 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 Pawlet
Point your antenna SW, at about 221°. The main network towers for Pawlet sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, WYPX-TV, WXXA-TV, WCWN, WNYT and WRGB and others, transmit from the same tower site about 64 miles southwest of Pawlet (221° SW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Pawlet at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southwest, so this is an easy place to aim.
WTEN (ABC), WRGB (CBS), WNYT (NBC) and WXXA-TV (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Pawlet. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Pawlet
The farthest main network tower for Pawlet is WXXA-TV (Fox), 65 miles away with a weak 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 Pawlet
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W30DM-DTranslator | 13 mi | 166° SSE | Weak | Manchester, Etc., VT |
| W23EU-DTranslator | 17 mi | 29° NNE | Weak | Rutland, VT |
| WNGN-LDLow power | 29 mi | 218° SW | Fair | Troy, NY |
| WNGX-LDLow power | 29 mi | 218° SW | Fair | Schenectady, NY |
| WNCE-CDClass A | 29 mi | 262° W | Fair | Glens Falls, NY |
| W20EH-DTranslator | 33 mi | 185° S | Poor | Pownal, Etc., VT |
| WYCU-LDLow power | 44 mi | 85° E | Poor | Charlestown, Etc., NH |
| WEKW-TVFull power | 46 mi | 118° ESE | Fair | Keene, NH |
| W32FW-DTranslator | 49 mi | 180° S | Poor | Adams, MA |
| WYBM-LDLow power | 50 mi | 169° S | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| W36FE-DLow power | 57 mi | 64° ENE | Poor | Hanover, NH |
| W25BT-DTranslator | 61 mi | 2° N | Poor | Monkton, VT |
| WFNY-CDClass A | 62 mi | 255° WSW | Poor | Gloversville, NY |
| W18FE-DTranslator | 64 mi | 251° WSW | Poor | Gloversville, NY |
| W28DA-DTranslator | 64 mi | 184° S | Poor | Pittsfield, MA |
| WZPJ-LDLow power | 64 mi | 221° SW | Poor | Albany, NY |
| WYBN-LDLow power | 65 mi | 221° SW | Poor | Cobleskill, NY |
| WMHTFull power | 65 mi | 221° SW | Fair | Schenectady, NY |
| WNYAFull power | 65 mi | 221° SW | Weak | Pittsfield, MA |
| WVBG-LDLow power | 69 mi | 216° SW | Poor | Greenwich, NY |
How Pawlet compares with the rest of Vermont
With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Pawlet ranks 11th of 82 places in Vermont: more than the typical Vermont town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 64 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, 22 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Pawlet: 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 221° SW, the direction of WXXA-TV (Fox), 65 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 9 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 Pawlet, VT?
ABC is on channel 10 from WTEN, broadcasting from 65 miles SW of Pawlet. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Pawlet, VT?
CBS is on channel 6 from WRGB, broadcasting from 65 miles SW of Pawlet. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Pawlet, VT?
NBC is on channel 13 from WNYT, broadcasting from 65 miles SW of Pawlet. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Pawlet, VT?
Fox is on channel 23 from WXXA-TV, broadcasting from 65 miles SW of Pawlet. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Pawlet, VT?
CW is on channel 45 from WCWN, broadcasting from 65 miles SW of Pawlet. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Pawlet?
26 transmitters within 70 miles of Pawlet; around 9 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 Pawlet?
Point your antenna SW, at about 221°. The main network towers for Pawlet sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Pawlet?
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 Pawlet?
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 Pawlet?
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 Pawlet; signal estimates ignore terrain.