You can get 6 free channels in ZIP 15853 (Ridgway, PA)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 15853 · 1 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: SE (136°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing SE (136°), 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 15853
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | PBS | WPSU-TV Clearfield, PA · Full Power | 26.1 mi | SE (136°) | UHF RF 15 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 6 | NBC | WJAC-TV Johnstown, PA · Translator | 24.4 mi | S (169°) | UHF RF 26 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 23 | ABC | WATM-TV Altoona, PA · Full Power | 59.8 mi | SSE (162°) | UHF RF 31 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 10 | CBS | WTAJ-TV Altoona, PA · Full Power | 59.9 mi | SSE (162°) | UHF RF 24 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 47 | Independent | WKBS-TV Altoona, PA · Full Power | 59.9 mi | SSE (162°) | Low VHF RF 6 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 26 | Independent | WNYB Jamestown, NY · Full Power | 72.7 mi | NNW (342°) | Low VHF RF 5 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Ridgway, PA Free TV Channels (4.3 mi from ZIP 15853 center) · Browse all Pennsylvania cities & ZIPs.
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