TV channels & antenna towers in Pineville, West Virginia

Pineville has 19 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, Fox and CW. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WJDW-LD, 27 miles to the S.

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19TV transmitters within 70 miles

3networks over the air

27 mito the closest tower

628population

Network channels in Pineville

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CWWVVACW	6.2	30 mi	139° SE	Good	Bluefield, WV
ABCWOAY-TVABC	4	33 mi	39° NE	Good	Oak Hill, WV
FOXWVNS-TVFox	59.2	47 mi	74° ENE	Weak	Lewisburg, WV
ABCWCHS-TVABC	8	60 mi	341° NNW	Good	Charleston, WV

Over-the-air TV in Pineville

With roughly 628 residents, Pineville is a small community in West Virginia. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 19 licensed TV transmitters: 8 full-power, 1 Class A, 9 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 8 between 25 and 45 miles, and 11 farther out.

The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 4 (WOAY-TV), Fox on channel 59.2 (WVNS-TV) and CW on channel 6.2 (WVVA). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WOWK-TV in Huntington, WV, 73 miles to the northwest. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WSAZ-TV in Huntington, WV, 74 miles to the northwest. 4 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 Pineville

Point your antenna ENE, at about 56°. The main network towers for Pineville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Pineville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Pineville

The farthest main network tower for Pineville is WVNS-TV (Fox), 47 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 Pineville

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
WJDW-LDLow power	27 mi	179° S	Fair	Tazewell, VA
WJDG-LDLow power	29 mi	162° SSE	Poor	Grundy, VA
WLFBFull power	29 mi	148° SSE	Good	Bluefield, WV
WSWP-TVFull power	37 mi	54° NE	Fair	Grandview, WV
WHJC-LPLow power	38 mi	283° WNW	Poor	Williamson, WV
WZTS-LDLow power	39 mi	52° NE	Poor	Summersville, WV
WAPW-CDClass A	47 mi	180° S	Poor	Abingdon, Etc., VA
W27EF-DLow power	55 mi	353° N	Poor	Charleston, WV
WKPI-TVFull power	58 mi	249° WSW	Fair	Pikeville, KY
WVAH-TVFull power	60 mi	341° NNW	Good	Charleston, WV
WOCW-LDLow power	63 mi	348° NNW	Poor	Charleston, WV
W03BX-DLow power	66 mi	36° NE	Poor	Sutton, WV
W04DZ-DLow power	66 mi	36° NE	Poor	Sutton, WV
W18FB-DLow power	66 mi	36° NE	Poor	Sutton, WV
W32FD-DTranslator	69 mi	302° WNW	Poor	Louisa, KY

How Pineville compares with the rest of West Virginia

With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Pineville ranks 125th of 163 places in West Virginia: fewer than the typical West Virginia town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 30 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.

Setting up an antenna in Pineville: 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 74° ENE, the direction of WVNS-TV (Fox), 47 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 8 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 Pineville, WV?

ABC is on channel 4 from WOAY-TV, broadcasting from 33 miles NE of Pineville. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Pineville, WV?

Fox is on channel 59.2 from WVNS-TV, broadcasting from 47 miles ENE of Pineville. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is CW in Pineville, WV?

CW is on channel 6.2 from WVVA, broadcasting from 30 miles SE of Pineville. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Pineville?

19 transmitters within 70 miles of Pineville; around 8 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 Pineville?

Point your antenna ENE, at about 56°. The main network towers for Pineville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Pineville?

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 Pineville?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Pineville?

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 Pineville; signal estimates ignore terrain.