You can get 10 free channels in ZIP 04859 (Rockland, ME)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 04859 · 0 channels have a Strong indoor-ready signal.
Outdoor Rooftop Directional Antenna
Signals here are mostly distant or weak. A rooftop directional antenna (with a mast preamp) gives you the best shot at reliable HD.
🧭 Broadcast Tower Compass — Which Way to Point Your Antenna
Each dot is a local TV tower relative to your center point (● Green = Strong, ● Blue = Moderate, ● Amber = Weak).
Primary Aim Direction: WNW (285°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing WNW (285°), or aim your attic/rooftop antenna toward that compass bearing for the strongest signal lock.
After placing or moving your antenna, always run a fresh TV channel rescan.
Channel Lineup & Tower Directions for ZIP 04859
Sorted with Strong signals and major broadcast networks first. Channel is the virtual channel number your TV displays; Band / RF Ch. is the actual radio frequency that determines whether you need a VHF-capable antenna. How we calculate signals.
| Channel | Network | Station | Distance | Point Antenna | Band / RF Ch. | Estimated Signal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | PBS | WCBB Augusta, ME · Full Power | 43.6 mi | WNW (285°) | UHF RF 20 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 13 | CBS | WGME-TV Portland, ME · Full Power | 66.4 mi | W (266°) | UHF RF 15 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 23 | FOX | WPFO Waterville, ME · Full Power | 66.4 mi | W (266°) | UHF RF 17 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 5 | Cbs/Cw | WABI-TV Bangor, ME · Full Power | 49.0 mi | N (5°) | High VHF RF 13 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 7 | ABC | WVII-TV Bangor, ME · Full Power | 60.3 mi | NNE (29°) | High VHF RF 7 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 8 | ABC | WMTW Poland Spring, ME · Full Power | 80.4 mi | W (263°) | High VHF RF 8 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 2 | NBC | WLBZ Bangor, ME · Full Power | 56.5 mi | NNE (25°) | Low VHF RF 2 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 6 | NBC | WCSH Portland, ME · Full Power | 77.8 mi | W (264°) | UHF RF 31 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 12 | PBS | WMEB-TV Orono, ME · Full Power | 60.5 mi | NNE (29°) | UHF RF 22 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 51 | CW | WPXT Portland, ME · Full Power | 80.4 mi | W (263°) | UHF RF 34 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Rockland, ME Free TV Channels (8.9 mi from ZIP 04859 center) · Browse all Maine cities & ZIPs.
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