TV channels & antenna towers in Brookneal, Virginia
Brookneal has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WZBJ-CD, 24 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Brookneal
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWSET-TVABC | 13 | 42 mi | 296° WNW | Fair | Lynchburg, VA |
| CWWWCWCW | 21 | 42 mi | 296° WNW | Good | Lynchburg, VA |
| NBCWSLS-TVNBC | 10 | 67 mi | 279° W | Good | Roanoke, VA |
| IONWPXR-TVION | 38 | 67 mi | 279° W | Good | Roanoke, VA |
| CWWFXRCW | 27.2 | 67 mi | 279° W | Good | Roanoke, VA |
| CBSWDBJCBS | 7 | 68 mi | 279° W | Good | Roanoke, VA |
| CWWVIR-TVCW | 29.3 | 69 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Charlottesville, VA |
| CWWVIR-CDCW | 29.3 | 69 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Charlottesville, VA |
| FOXWCAVFox | 27.2 | 69 mi | 21° NNE | Weak | Charlottesville, VA |
| ABCWVAW-LDABC | 16 | 69 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Charlottesville, VA |
Over-the-air TV in Brookneal
With roughly 1,120 residents, Brookneal is a small community in Virginia. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 22 licensed TV transmitters: 11 full-power, 4 Class A, 6 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 18 farther out. Four of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Roanoke, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Roanoke's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 13 (WSET-TV), CBS on channel 7 (WDBJ), NBC on channel 10 (WSLS-TV), Fox on channel 27.2 (WCAV), CW on channel 21 (WWCW) and ION on channel 38 (WPXR-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 Brookneal
The main network towers around Brookneal are in different directions: ABC 296° WNW (42 mi), CBS 279° W (68 mi), NBC 279° W (67 mi) and Fox 21° NNE (69 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WSET-TV and WWCW, transmit from the same tower site about 42 miles northwest of Brookneal (296° WNW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Brookneal at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the west; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WCAV (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Brookneal. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Brookneal
The farthest main network tower for Brookneal is WCAV (Fox), 69 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 Brookneal
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WZBJ-CDClass A | 24 mi | 331° NNW | Fair | Lynchburg, VA |
| WMDV-LDLow power | 32 mi | 229° SW | Weak | Danville, VA |
| WYAT-LDLow power | 57 mi | 245° WSW | Poor | Martinsville, VA |
| W32EW-DLow power | 59 mi | 293° WNW | Poor | Roanoke, VA |
| W05AA-DTranslator | 62 mi | 282° WNW | Poor | Roanoke, VA |
| WGSR-LDLow power | 62 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Reidsville, NC |
| WBRA-TVFull power | 67 mi | 279° W | Weak | Roanoke, VA |
| WACN-LDLow power | 68 mi | 216° SW | Poor | Raleigh, NC |
| WTNC-LDLow power | 68 mi | 180° S | Poor | Durham, NC |
| WHTJFull power | 69 mi | 21° NNE | Weak | Charlottesville, VA |
| WNVCFull power | 69 mi | 21° NNE | Weak | Culpeper, VA |
| WAHU-LDClass A | 69 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Crozet, VA |
How Brookneal compares with the rest of Virginia
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Brookneal ranks 358th of 381 places in Virginia: fewer than the typical Virginia town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 42 miles away, against a state median of 21 miles.
31% of Virginia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Lynchburg, 27 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Brookneal: 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 21° NNE, the direction of WCAV (Fox), 69 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 Brookneal, VA?
ABC is on channel 13 from WSET-TV, broadcasting from 42 miles WNW of Brookneal. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Brookneal, VA?
CBS is on channel 7 from WDBJ, broadcasting from 68 miles W of Brookneal. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Brookneal, VA?
NBC is on channel 10 from WSLS-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles W of Brookneal. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Brookneal, VA?
Fox is on channel 27.2 from WCAV, broadcasting from 69 miles NNE of Brookneal. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Brookneal, VA?
CW is on channel 21 from WWCW, broadcasting from 42 miles WNW of Brookneal. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Brookneal?
22 transmitters within 70 miles of Brookneal; 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 Brookneal?
The main network towers around Brookneal are in different directions: ABC 296° WNW (42 mi), CBS 279° W (68 mi), NBC 279° W (67 mi) and Fox 21° NNE (69 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Brookneal?
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 102° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Brookneal?
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 Brookneal?
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 Virginia · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Brookneal; signal estimates ignore terrain.