TV channels & antenna towers in Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Point Pleasant has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW and ION. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WSAZ-TV (NBC), 24 miles to the S.
Network channels in Point Pleasant
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWSAZ-TVNBC | 3 | 24 mi | 191° S | Good | Huntington, WV |
| CWWQCWCW | 30 | 24 mi | 191° S | Strong | Portsmouth, OH |
| CBSWOWK-TVCBS | 13 | 24 mi | 189° S | Fair | Huntington, WV |
| IONWLPX-TVION | 29 | 24 mi | 189° S | Good | Charleston, WV |
| ABCWCHS-TVABC | 8 | 33 mi | 157° SSE | Good | Charleston, WV |
| NBCWTAP-TVNBC | 15 | 46 mi | 41° NE | Fair | Parkersburg, WV |
| CWWOVA-CDCW | 22.2 | 46 mi | 41° NE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| CBSWIYE-LDCBS | 26 | 46 mi | 41° NE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
Over-the-air TV in Point Pleasant
Point Pleasant is a town of about 4,280 people in West Virginia. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 23 licensed TV transmitters: 11 full-power, 1 Class A, 9 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 5 transmitters are within 25 miles, 9 between 25 and 45 miles, and 9 farther out. Three of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Parkersburg, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Parkersburg's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 8 (WCHS-TV), CBS on channel 13 (WOWK-TV), NBC on channel 3 (WSAZ-TV), CW on channel 30 (WQCW) and ION on channel 29 (WLPX-TV). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WHIZ-TV in Zanesville, OH, 75 miles to the north. 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 Point Pleasant
Point your antenna S, at about 179°. The main network towers for Point Pleasant sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WSAZ-TV, WQCW, WOWK-TV and WLPX-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 24 miles south of Point Pleasant (191° S). 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 Point Pleasant at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Point Pleasant, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Point Pleasant
The farthest main network tower for Point Pleasant is WCHS-TV (ABC), 33 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Point Pleasant
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WVPB-TVFull power | 24 mi | 188° S | Fair | Huntington, WV |
| WHWV-LDTranslator | 32 mi | 196° SSW | Weak | Huntington, WV |
| WOCW-LDLow power | 32 mi | 143° SE | Weak | Charleston, WV |
| WOUB-TVFull power | 32 mi | 359° N | Good | Athens, OH |
| W26EW-DLow power | 33 mi | 206° SSW | Weak | Huntington, WV |
| WTSFFull power | 33 mi | 206° SSW | Fair | Ashland, KY |
| WVAH-TVFull power | 33 mi | 157° SSE | Good | Charleston, WV |
| WKASFull power | 37 mi | 225° SW | Fair | Ashland, KY |
| W27EF-DLow power | 42 mi | 141° SE | Poor | Charleston, WV |
| W21EA-DLow power | 46 mi | 41° NE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| WTZP-LDLow power | 47 mi | 260° W | Poor | Portsmouth, OH |
| W34FE-DLow power | 48 mi | 54° NE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| WVMY-LDLow power | 48 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| W32FD-DTranslator | 57 mi | 207° SSW | Poor | Louisa, KY |
| W25FR-DLow power | 62 mi | 52° NE | Poor | Clarksburg, WV |
How Point Pleasant compares with the rest of West Virginia
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Point Pleasant ranks 75th of 163 places in West Virginia: the same as the typical West Virginia town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 24 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
55% of West Virginia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Athens, 34 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Point Pleasant: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 157° SSE, the direction of WCHS-TV (ABC), 33 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 11 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 Point Pleasant, WV?
ABC is on channel 8 from WCHS-TV, broadcasting from 33 miles SSE of Point Pleasant. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Point Pleasant, WV?
CBS is on channel 13 from WOWK-TV, broadcasting from 24 miles S of Point Pleasant. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Point Pleasant, WV?
NBC is on channel 3 from WSAZ-TV, broadcasting from 24 miles S of Point Pleasant. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Point Pleasant, WV?
CW is on channel 30 from WQCW, broadcasting from 24 miles S of Point Pleasant. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Point Pleasant?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Point Pleasant; around 11 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Point Pleasant?
Point your antenna S, at about 179°. The main network towers for Point Pleasant sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Point Pleasant?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Point Pleasant?
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Point Pleasant?
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 Point Pleasant; signal estimates ignore terrain.