TV channels & antenna towers in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia
Berkeley Springs has 24 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, CW and ION. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WWPB, 14 miles to the E.
Network channels in Berkeley Springs
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWWPX-TVION | 60 | 36 mi | 138° SE | Weak | Martinsburg, WV |
| ABCWWCP-TVABC | 8.2 | 62 mi | 308° NW | Weak | Johnstown, PA |
| CWWJAC-TVCW | 6.4 | 65 mi | 322° NW | Fair | Johnstown, PA |
| CBSWTAJ-TVCBS | 10 | 66 mi | 350° N | Weak | Altoona, PA |
| IONWKBS-TVION | 47.4 | 66 mi | 350° N | Poor | Altoona, PA |
| ABCWATM-TVABC | 23 | 66 mi | 350° N | Weak | Altoona, PA |
Over-the-air TV in Berkeley Springs
Berkeley Springs, West Virginia has a population of about 766. There are 24 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 11 full-power, 1 Class A, 3 low-power and 9 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Berkeley Springs, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 17 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Altoona, PA, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Altoona's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 23 (WATM-TV), CBS on channel 10 (WTAJ-TV), CW on channel 6.4 (WJAC-TV) and ION on channel 60 (WWPX-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WRC-TV in Washington, DC, 77 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WTTG in Washington, DC, 75 miles to the southeast. 5 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 Berkeley Springs
Point your antenna N, at about 350°. The main network towers for Berkeley Springs sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WTAJ-TV, WKBS-TV and WATM-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 66 miles north of Berkeley Springs (350° N). That one direction covers every station on the site.
WATM-TV (ABC) and WTAJ-TV (CBS) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Berkeley Springs. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Berkeley Springs
The farthest main network tower for Berkeley Springs is WATM-TV (ABC), 66 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.
WWPB is only 14 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 Berkeley Springs
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WWPBFull power | 14 mi | 82° E | Strong | Hagerstown, MD |
| W08EE-DTranslator | 14 mi | 143° SE | Weak | Martinsburg, WV |
| W21DZ-DTranslator | 34 mi | 231° SW | Weak | Romney, WV |
| W25FE-DLow power | 38 mi | 41° NE | Poor | Chambersburg, PA |
| WCZS-LDLow power | 38 mi | 41° NE | Weak | Chambersburg, PA |
| W20EU-DTranslator | 39 mi | 41° NE | Poor | Chambersburg, PA |
| WVPYFull power | 46 mi | 187° S | Fair | New Market, VA |
| WDVM-TVFull power | 47 mi | 167° SSE | Good | Hagerstown, MD |
| W16DT-DLow power | 49 mi | 250° WSW | Poor | Keyser, WV |
| WFPTFull power | 55 mi | 117° ESE | Poor | Frederick, MD |
| W33EJ-DTranslator | 57 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Moorefield, WV |
| W27EI-DTranslator | 57 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Moorefield, WV |
| W29DH-DTranslator | 57 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Moorefield, WV |
| W24ES-DTranslator | 57 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Moorefield, WV |
| W22CV-DTranslator | 57 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Moorefield, WV |
| WGPTFull power | 59 mi | 255° WSW | Weak | Oakland, MD |
| WTOO-CDClass A | 65 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Johnstown, PA |
| W33EM-DTranslator | 69 mi | 303° WNW | Poor | Pittsburgh, PA |
How Berkeley Springs compares with the rest of West Virginia
With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Berkeley Springs ranks 160th of 163 places in West Virginia: fewer than the typical West Virginia town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 36 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
34% of West Virginia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Hagerstown, 27 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Berkeley Springs: 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 350° N, the direction of WATM-TV (ABC), 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 4 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 Berkeley Springs, WV?
ABC is on channel 23 from WATM-TV, broadcasting from 66 miles N of Berkeley Springs. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in Berkeley Springs, WV?
CBS is on channel 10 from WTAJ-TV, broadcasting from 66 miles N of Berkeley Springs. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Berkeley Springs, WV?
CW is on channel 6.4 from WJAC-TV, broadcasting from 65 miles NW of Berkeley Springs. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Berkeley Springs?
24 transmitters within 70 miles of Berkeley Springs; around 4 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 Berkeley Springs?
Point your antenna N, at about 350°. The main network towers for Berkeley Springs sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Berkeley Springs?
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 Berkeley Springs?
WWPB is only 14 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 Berkeley Springs?
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 West Virginia · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Berkeley Springs; signal estimates ignore terrain.