TV channels & antenna towers in Peshtigo, Wisconsin
Peshtigo has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WLWK-CD, 21 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Peshtigo
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWLUK-TVFox | 11 | 46 mi | 195° SSW | Good | Green Bay, WI |
| CWWCWFCW | 14 | 46 mi | 195° SSW | Good | Suring, WI |
| ABCWBAY-TVABC | 2 | 46 mi | 196° SSW | Good | Green Bay, WI |
| NBCWGBA-TVNBC | 26 | 49 mi | 193° SSW | Good | Green Bay, WI |
| CBSWFRV-TVCBS | 5 | 51 mi | 193° SSW | Good | Green Bay, WI |
| TLMWMEITelemundo | 31.6 | 51 mi | 193° SSW | Good | Shawano, WI |
| ABCWMOWABC | 4.2 | 66 mi | 303° WNW | Poor | Crandon, WI |
Over-the-air TV in Peshtigo
Peshtigo is a town of about 3,430 people in Wisconsin. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 16 licensed TV transmitters: 9 full-power, 1 Class A, 3 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Peshtigo, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 13 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 7 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 2 (WBAY-TV), CBS on channel 5 (WFRV-TV), NBC on channel 26 (WGBA-TV), Fox on channel 11 (WLUK-TV), CW on channel 14 (WCWF) and Telemundo on channel 31.6 (WMEI). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal). 2 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 Peshtigo
Point your antenna SSW, at about 194°. The main network towers for Peshtigo sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WLUK-TV, WCWF and WBAY-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 46 miles south of Peshtigo (195° SSW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Peshtigo at fair strength or better, all arrive from the south, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Peshtigo, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Peshtigo
The farthest main network tower for Peshtigo is WFRV-TV (CBS), 51 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 Peshtigo
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WLWK-CDClass A | 21 mi | 119° ESE | Fair | Sturgeon Bay, WI |
| W17DZ-DTranslator | 34 mi | 68° ENE | Weak | Sister Bay, WI |
| W33EW-DTranslator | 39 mi | 289° WNW | Poor | Rhinelander, WI |
| WGBD-LDLow power | 46 mi | 195° SSW | Poor | Green Bay, WI |
| WPNE-TVFull power | 46 mi | 196° SSW | Good | Green Bay, WI |
| WACY-TVFull power | 49 mi | 193° SSW | Fair | Appleton, WI |
| W30BU-DLow power | 49 mi | 194° SSW | Poor | Green Bay, WI |
| W30DZ-DTranslator | 57 mi | 325° NW | Poor | Fence, WI |
| W26EE-DLow power | 62 mi | 265° W | Poor | Wittenberg, WI |
How Peshtigo compares with the rest of Wisconsin
With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Peshtigo ranks 299th of 423 places in Wisconsin: fewer than the typical Wisconsin town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 46 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 Green Bay, 39 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Peshtigo: 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 193° SSW, the direction of WFRV-TV (CBS), 51 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 9 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 Peshtigo, WI?
ABC is on channel 2 from WBAY-TV, broadcasting from 46 miles SSW of Peshtigo. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Peshtigo, WI?
CBS is on channel 5 from WFRV-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles SSW of Peshtigo. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Peshtigo, WI?
NBC is on channel 26 from WGBA-TV, broadcasting from 49 miles SSW of Peshtigo. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Peshtigo, WI?
Fox is on channel 11 from WLUK-TV, broadcasting from 46 miles SSW of Peshtigo. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Peshtigo, WI?
CW is on channel 14 from WCWF, broadcasting from 46 miles SSW of Peshtigo. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Peshtigo?
16 transmitters within 70 miles of Peshtigo; around 9 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 Peshtigo?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 194°. The main network towers for Peshtigo sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Peshtigo?
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 Peshtigo?
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 Peshtigo?
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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