TV channels & antenna towers in Honaker, Virginia
Honaker has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, CW and MeTV. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WAPW-CD, 25 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Honaker
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWCYB-TVCW | 5.2 | 40 mi | 191° S | Good | Bristol, VA |
| ABCWJHL-TVABC | 11.2 | 41 mi | 193° SSW | Fair | Johnson City, TN |
| MeTVWAPK-CDMeTV | 36.1 | 41 mi | 193° SSW | Weak | Bristol Va/Kingsport, TN |
| CWWVVACW | 6.2 | 47 mi | 69° ENE | Good | Bluefield, WV |
| CBSWYMT-TVCBS | 57 | 68 mi | 281° W | Weak | Hazard, KY |
Over-the-air TV in Honaker
Honaker is a small community of about 1,390 people in Virginia. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 23 licensed TV transmitters: 10 full-power, 6 Class A, 3 low-power and 4 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 11 between 25 and 45 miles, and 12 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 WXII-TV in Winston-Salem, NC, 99 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WVNS-TV in Lewisburg, WV, 87 miles to the northeast. 6 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 Honaker
The main network towers around Honaker are in different directions: ABC 193° SSW (41 mi) and CBS 281° W (68 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Three network stations, WCYB-TV, WJHL-TV and WAPK-CD, transmit from the same tower site about 40 miles south of Honaker (191° S). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Honaker at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WYMT-TV (CBS) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Honaker. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Honaker
The farthest main network tower for Honaker is WYMT-TV (CBS), 68 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 Honaker
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAPW-CDClass A | 25 mi | 108° ESE | Fair | Abingdon, Etc., VA |
| WJDW-LDLow power | 27 mi | 64° ENE | Fair | Tazewell, VA |
| WJDG-LDLow power | 35 mi | 71° ENE | Poor | Grundy, VA |
| WKPI-TVFull power | 36 mi | 302° WNW | Fair | Pikeville, KY |
| WEMTFull power | 40 mi | 191° S | Good | Greeneville, TN |
| WOPI-CDClass A | 41 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Bristol,Va/Kingsport, TN |
| WKPT-TVFull power | 41 mi | 193° SSW | Good | Kingsport, TN |
| WLFBFull power | 42 mi | 70° ENE | Good | Bluefield, WV |
| W30EF-DTranslator | 47 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Jefferson, NC |
| WKIN-CDClass A | 48 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Weber Cy,Va-Kpt,Tn, VA |
| WKPZ-CDClass A | 48 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Kingsport, TN |
| WKPT-CDClass A | 48 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Kingsport, TN |
| WHJC-LPLow power | 49 mi | 345° NNW | Poor | Williamson, WV |
| W30CS-DTranslator | 51 mi | 164° SSE | Poor | Zionville, NC |
| W27EK-DTranslator | 56 mi | 164° SSE | Poor | Boone, NC |
| W15EF-DTranslator | 58 mi | 126° SE | Poor | Sparta, NC |
| WUNE-TVFull power | 66 mi | 174° S | Good | Linville, NC |
| WKHAFull power | 68 mi | 281° W | Weak | Hazard, KY |
How Honaker compares with the rest of Virginia
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Honaker ranks 295th of 381 places in Virginia: fewer than the typical Virginia town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 40 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 Bristol, 31 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Honaker: 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 281° W, 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 10 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 Honaker, VA?
ABC is on channel 11.2 from WJHL-TV, broadcasting from 41 miles SSW of Honaker. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Honaker, VA?
CBS is on channel 57 from WYMT-TV, broadcasting from 68 miles W of Honaker. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Honaker, VA?
CW is on channel 5.2 from WCYB-TV, broadcasting from 40 miles S of Honaker. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Honaker?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Honaker; around 10 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 Honaker?
The main network towers around Honaker are in different directions: ABC 193° SSW (41 mi) and CBS 281° W (68 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Honaker?
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 88° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Honaker?
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 Honaker?
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 Honaker; signal estimates ignore terrain.