TV channels & antenna towers in Cameron, Wisconsin

Cameron has 12 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, Fox and CW. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WHWC-TV, 26 miles to the SSW.

12TV transmitters within 70 miles
3networks over the air
26 mito the closest tower
1,795population

Network channels in Cameron

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
FOXWEUXFox48 31 mi173° S GoodChippewa Falls, WI
ABCWQOWABC18 44 mi162° SSE GoodEau Claire, WI
CWWEAUCW14.10 64 mi143° SE GoodEau Claire, WI
CWWECX-LDCW14 64 mi143° SE PoorEau Claire, WI

Over-the-air TV in Cameron

Cameron is a small community of about 1,800 people in Wisconsin. There are 12 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 4 full-power, 4 low-power and 4 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 8 between 25 and 45 miles, and 4 farther out. Three of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Eau Claire, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Eau Claire's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 18 (WQOW), Fox on channel 48 (WEUX) and CW on channel 14.10 (WEAU). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WCCO-TV in Minneapolis, MN, 72 miles to the west. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KARE in Minneapolis, MN, 72 miles to the west. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Cameron

Point your antenna SSE, at about 168°. The main network towers for Cameron sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Cameron at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across one other direction.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Cameron

The farthest main network tower for Cameron is WQOW (ABC), 44 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

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 Cameron

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WHWC-TVFull power26 mi 193° SSWGoodMenomonie, WI
W23FC-DLow power37 mi 168° SSEWeakEau Claire, WI
K31GH-DTranslator44 mi 22° NNEPoorHayward, WI
WBDL-LDTranslator44 mi 162° SSEPoorElk Mound, WI
W33DH-DLow power44 mi 162° SSEPoorEau Claire, WI
W26FG-DLow power44 mi 162° SSEPoorEau Claire, WI
W24CL-DTranslator46 mi 311° NWPoorGrantsburg, WI
W19EN-DTranslator58 mi 233° SWPoorRiver Falls, WI

How Cameron compares with the rest of Wisconsin

With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Cameron ranks 416th of 423 places in Wisconsin: fewer than the typical Wisconsin town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 31 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.

44% of Wisconsin's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Eau Claire, 43 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Cameron: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 162° SSE, the direction of WQOW (ABC), 44 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. 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.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Cameron, WI?

ABC is on channel 18 from WQOW, broadcasting from 44 miles SSE of Cameron. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Cameron, WI?

Fox is on channel 48 from WEUX, broadcasting from 31 miles S of Cameron. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Cameron, WI?

CW is on channel 14.10 from WEAU, broadcasting from 64 miles SE of Cameron. Estimated signal: good.

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

12 transmitters within 70 miles of Cameron; around 4 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 Cameron?

Point your antenna SSE, at about 168°. The main network towers for Cameron sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Cameron?

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 Cameron?

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 Cameron?

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 Wisconsin · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Cameron; signal estimates ignore terrain.