TV channels & antenna towers in Green Lake, Wisconsin
Green Lake has 24 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 14 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W21EF-D, 30 miles to the E.
Network channels in Green Lake
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBNWWRS-TVTrinity | 52 | 36 mi | 142° SE | Good | Mayville, WI |
| CBSWFRV-TVCBS | 5 | 59 mi | 55° NE | Good | Green Bay, WI |
| TLMWMEITelemundo | 31.6 | 59 mi | 55° NE | Fair | Shawano, WI |
| NBCWGBA-TVNBC | 26 | 60 mi | 54° NE | Fair | Green Bay, WI |
| CWWMTVCW | 15.2 | 61 mi | 206° SSW | Fair | Madison, WI |
| ABCWBAY-TVABC | 2 | 62 mi | 50° NE | Fair | Green Bay, WI |
| FOXWMSN-TVFox | 47 | 62 mi | 208° SSW | Good | Madison, WI |
| IONWIFSION | 57 | 62 mi | 208° SSW | Fair | Janesville, WI |
| ABCWKOWABC | 27 | 62 mi | 208° SSW | Good | Madison, WI |
| CBSWISC-TVCBS | 3 | 62 mi | 208° SSW | Fair | Madison, WI |
| FOXWLUK-TVFox | 11 | 62 mi | 51° NE | Fair | Green Bay, WI |
| CWWCWFCW | 14 | 62 mi | 51° NE | Fair | Suring, WI |
Over-the-air TV in Green Lake
With roughly 984 residents, Green Lake is a small community in Wisconsin. Our map shows 24 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 15 full-power, 1 Class A, 6 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 14 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 21 farther out. Four of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Green Bay, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Green Bay's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 27 (WKOW), CBS on channel 5 (WFRV-TV), NBC on channel 26 (WGBA-TV), Fox on channel 47 (WMSN-TV), CW on channel 15.2 (WMTV), ION on channel 57 (WIFS), Telemundo on channel 31.6 (WMEI) and Trinity on channel 52 (WWRS-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal). 3 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 Green Lake
The main network towers around Green Lake are in different directions: ABC 208° SSW (62 mi), CBS 55° NE (59 mi), NBC 54° NE (60 mi) and Fox 208° SSW (62 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, WMSN-TV, WIFS, WKOW and WISC-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 62 miles southwest of Green Lake (208° SSW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 12 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Green Lake at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.
WFRV-TV (CBS) and WGBA-TV (NBC) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Green Lake. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Green Lake
The farthest main network tower for Green Lake is WMSN-TV (Fox), 62 miles away with a good 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 Green Lake
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W21EF-DTranslator | 30 mi | 96° E | Weak | Fond Du Lac, WI |
| W29ET-DTranslator | 32 mi | 292° WNW | Weak | Coloma, WI |
| WMWI-LDLow power | 49 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Verona, WI |
| W30BU-DLow power | 60 mi | 53° NE | Poor | Green Bay, WI |
| WACY-TVFull power | 60 mi | 54° NE | Weak | Appleton, WI |
| WZCK-LDLow power | 61 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Madison, WI |
| W23BW-DClass A | 61 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Madison, WI |
| WMWD-LDLow power | 61 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Madison, WI |
| WPNE-TVFull power | 62 mi | 50° NE | Fair | Green Bay, WI |
| WHA-TVFull power | 62 mi | 208° SSW | Fair | Madison, WI |
| WGBD-LDLow power | 62 mi | 51° NE | Poor | Green Bay, WI |
| W31EV-DLow power | 66 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Stevens Point, WI |
How Green Lake compares with the rest of Wisconsin
With 14 stations at fair strength or better, Green Lake ranks 172nd of 423 places in Wisconsin: more than the typical Wisconsin town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 36 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
26% of Wisconsin's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Oshkosh, 24 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Green Lake: 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 208° SSW, the direction of WMSN-TV (Fox), 62 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 14 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 Green Lake, WI?
ABC is on channel 27 from WKOW, broadcasting from 62 miles SSW of Green Lake. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Green Lake, WI?
CBS is on channel 5 from WFRV-TV, broadcasting from 59 miles NE of Green Lake. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Green Lake, WI?
NBC is on channel 26 from WGBA-TV, broadcasting from 60 miles NE of Green Lake. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Green Lake, WI?
Fox is on channel 47 from WMSN-TV, broadcasting from 62 miles SSW of Green Lake. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Green Lake, WI?
CW is on channel 15.2 from WMTV, broadcasting from 61 miles SSW of Green Lake. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Green Lake?
24 transmitters within 70 miles of Green Lake; around 14 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 Green Lake?
The main network towers around Green Lake are in different directions: ABC 208° SSW (62 mi), CBS 55° NE (59 mi), NBC 54° NE (60 mi) and Fox 208° SSW (62 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Green Lake?
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 155° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Green Lake?
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 Green Lake?
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 Green Lake; signal estimates ignore terrain.